What a chip seal driveway costs
Chip seal usually costs less per square foot than hot-mix asphalt, which is why it suits long driveways. As a general industry range, chip seal driveways often run about $2 to $5 per square foot; a new or rebuilt base adds to that. This is not a Maisano price list. The driveway cost calculator shows a planning range for your size, and we give an exact price after measuring the driveway.
Chip seal or asphalt?
Chip seal gives a textured, stone-colored surface with good traction, and it suits wooded and rural properties. Smooth hot-mix asphalt is easier to shovel and plow and gives a clean black look. A well-built chip seal driveway typically lasts 7 to 15 years and can be refreshed with another chip seal layer; an asphalt driveway lasts longer with sealcoating. Our article on what a chip seal driveway is goes into installation and upkeep.