Transform your frontage with Tarmac Driveways in Balham that look smart and perform for years. We install, resurface and repair tarmac with neat edging, optional red finishes and practical drainage details.
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If your parking space off Balham High Road is cracked, patchy or puddling, a fresh tarmac surface is a clean, durable upgrade. We design and lay driveways that suit busy SW12 streets and the way you actually use the space. From new installations to tidy resurfacing, we keep disruption low and access clear. You’ll see our teams working near Balham station and around Balham Hill throughout the year.
Balham’s Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and mansion conversions often come with narrow front gardens and short runs to the pavement. We plan levels carefully so gates open smoothly, bins can be moved easily and cars sit level without scraping. In Nightingale and Clapham South, we also match finishes to period brickwork and railings, using decorative edging for a sharper outline. The result is a driveway that looks intentional, not like an afterthought.
We start with a site visit, measure-up and a clear written scope, then prepare a stable sub-base before laying and compacting the tarmac in proper courses. Where needed, we include repairs, drainage falls and dropped kerbs coordination so the whole entrance works as one. Work is typically completed in 1–2 days, with tidy handover and care advice. Homeowners choose us for punctual scheduling, clean workmanship and a straightforward 10-year warranty.
We’re used to the practicalities of the London Borough of Wandsworth, including parking constraints, deliveries and neighbour access on SW12 roads. Many Balham properties have short frontages and shared boundaries, so we keep edges crisp and levels accurate to avoid water running towards thresholds. We also plan waste removal and material drops to minimise disruption near Tooting Bec Common routes and commuter times. If a dropped kerb is required, we’ll advise on the correct process and timings.
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For tarmac driveways in the Balham area, typical pricing is £40–£70 per square metre, depending on excavation depth, sub-base condition, edging and access. Many SW12 driveways fall in the £1,600–£3,500 range for a straightforward front parking area. Costs rise where ground needs stabilising, levels must be reworked, or you add red tarmac, decorative borders or drainage improvements.
Most installations and resurfacing jobs take 1–2 days, with timing influenced by driveway size, how much excavation is required and whether the sub-base needs rebuilding. Restricted access and parking controls around Balham station or Balham High Road can also affect scheduling for deliveries and waste collection. We’ll confirm a realistic programme after the site survey and keep you updated if weather impacts laying.
In many cases, driveway surfacing is permitted development, but rules can apply around drainage, boundaries and changes to the pavement. If you need a dropped kerb, approval from the London Borough of Wandsworth is required and must be carried out to their specification. We’ll talk you through what’s likely to apply to your property and help you plan the work so it stays compliant.
Yes. We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for our tarmac driveway installations and resurfacing, covering issues such as premature cracking caused by poor preparation or compaction. The warranty assumes normal domestic use and that the driveway isn’t overloaded by heavy commercial vehicles. We also give aftercare guidance on curing times and maintenance to help your surface stay looking smart for longer.
You can choose standard black tarmac, red tarmac for a warmer look, and a range of decorative edging options such as block, kerb or stone borders to frame the driveway. We can also incorporate gentle falls for drainage, tidy transitions to paths, and localised repairs where only part of the surface needs attention. During the survey, we’ll recommend finishes that suit your frontage and budget while keeping the layout practical.
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