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IS TARMAC GOOD FOR DRIVES? Tarmac, also popularly known as asphalt, is a great material for drives and paths because it is durable, relatively inexpensive, and easy to install – although time of year can affect this – remember the hot summer of 2023! DOES WEATHER AFFECT TARMAC? It can withstand regular use and heavy usage which is great as most drives in the UK need to support 2 car families these days. Tarmac is also resistant to water and chemicals, which can help prevent damage from hot, wet or cold weather. One thing to keep in mind is that tarmac can become quite hot during the summer months, which can make it soft but the main issue is laying tarmac in 30 plus degrees! We found this especially true in 2023 and the record breaking hot summer – read more. WHAT ELSE DO YOU NEED TO THINK ABOUT FOR TARMAC DRIVES? Another consideration when installing a tarmac drive is the design and the drainage of the driveway, as tarmac does not provide permeability. This is good and bad. If your driveway is not sloped and laid in such a way to allow water to run off, water could potentially damage the driveway but we take all this into consideration when we lay your drive and will discuss this with you. Overall, tarmac can be a brilliant option for a driveway, as long as you take into account laying it properly which depend on fantastic preparation which of course you’ll get from Don Valley!