Kitchener · Ontario, Canada

Asphalt and concrete work across Kitchener

One crew for the whole job in Kitchener — removal, excavation, base, pour or pave, and a clean site at the end.

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Concrete and asphalt work in Kitchener by Hartwell Concrete & Paving

Waterloo Region

Properties in Kitchener

Downtown KitchenerInnovation DistrictVictoria Park

We work on homes, plazas, condos and municipal sites around Waterloo Region, scheduling around access, curing time and the weather.

Commercial work around Waterloo Region adds line painting, catch basin repairs, accessible parking and phased paving so the property stays open.

Freeze-thaw cycles and road salt are hard on paving here, so we use air-entrained concrete, a deeper compacted base and recommend sealing.

Permits & locates

Before we dig in Canada

  1. Underground utilities are located through Ontario One Call before any excavation in Kitchener — it's free and required.
  2. Widening a driveway, adding a curb cut or working in the city boulevard in Kitchener usually needs a municipal permit; we confirm before scheduling.
  3. Grading must keep water moving away from foundations and neighbouring properties, so drainage is designed into every job.

How it works

From estimate to finished surface

Free estimate

We visit, measure and look at drainage and the existing base.

Clear plan

Layout, materials and schedule agreed before work starts.

Build

Removal, base, forming or paving, done by one crew.

Walkthrough

We check the finished work with you and explain aftercare.

FAQ

Kitchener paving questions

Should I seal my driveway?

Sealcoating asphalt every few years slows drying and cracking. Sealing concrete helps it resist water and de-icing salt. We recommend a schedule based on your surface and exposure.

Do I need a permit for a driveway in Kitchener?

Replacing a driveway the same size often needs no permit, but widening it, adding a curb cut or working in the city boulevard usually does. We check your municipality's rules before the job is scheduled.

What happens before digging starts?

Underground utilities are located first through the local one-call service, the layout and grades are confirmed, and access and parking are arranged so the work goes smoothly.

How long does a new driveway take in Kitchener?

Removal, base and paving for a typical asphalt driveway is usually one to two days. Concrete takes a similar time to pour, then needs several days of curing before cars drive on it — we give you the exact timeline in the quote.

Can you repair my driveway instead of replacing it?

Often, yes. If the base is sound, crack filling, patching or an overlay can add years. If the base has failed, repairs won't last, and we'll tell you that up front.

Services

Concrete & asphalt services in Kitchener

Concrete flatwork & slabs

Garage pads, shed and hot-tub slabs, sidewalks and curbs poured to spec.

Concrete & asphalt repair

Resurfacing and partial replacement when the base is still sound.

Commercial & municipal paving

Phased scheduling so tenants, customers and traffic keep moving during the work.

Excavation, grading & drainage

Drainage fixes that move water away from foundations and off the paved area.

Concrete & asphalt driveways

Driveway removal, regrading and a new concrete or asphalt surface sized for your vehicles.

Asphalt paving

Overlay or full-depth paving depending on what the existing base can support.

Contact

Tell us about your Kitchener project

Send the address, what you need paved or repaired and a rough size. We'll reply to book a free estimate.

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Guide

Kitchener homeowner & property guide

Do concrete contractors work on small jobs?

Yes. Small jobs — a few steps, a landing, a walkway section, a pad for a shed, AC unit or hot tub, or a short sidewalk repair — are common across Kitchener. They are quoted the same way as bigger work: measure, scope and a written price. Bundling small repairs together, or with a larger driveway or patio job, usually lowers the cost per square foot.

What affects the cost of a driveway in Kitchener?

Driveway cost in Kitchener comes down to five things: the size in square feet, whether old concrete, asphalt or interlock has to be removed and hauled away, how much granular base is needed, the surface and finish you choose, and site access for equipment. Sloped lots, drainage corrections and permits add to the scope. Asphalt usually costs less per square foot than concrete; stamped or exposed-aggregate concrete costs more than a broom finish. A written, itemized quote after an on-site measure is the only reliable number — be wary of prices given without anyone seeing the property.

How thick should a driveway be?

For a residential concrete driveway, 4 inches of concrete is the usual minimum, with 5–6 inches where heavier vehicles park, on a compacted granular base of roughly 6 inches or more. Asphalt driveways are commonly 2–3 inches of hot-mix over a similar compacted base. Soil, drainage and the vehicles you own in Kitchener decide the exact build-up, and we spell it out in the quote.

How do I know if my driveway needs repair or replacement?

Hairline cracks and surface wear can usually be sealed or resurfaced. Wide, spreading cracks, potholes, sunken sections, heaving and water pooling against the house usually point to a failed base, and patching that will not last. If more than about a quarter of the surface is damaged, or the driveway is near the end of its life, replacement in Kitchener is often better value than repeated repairs. An on-site look settles it.

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