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Driveway Guide
Three real driveway options — how they compare and what each one requires.
Driveways are the largest hardscape most homeowners will ever build. Getting the base right, the drainage right, and the surface material right is what makes it last.
Surface options
| Surface | Base | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab | 6"–8" AB | 4"–5" thick concrete, control joints. |
| Concrete pavers | 8"–12" AB | Repairable, permeable options. |
| Gravel / DG | 6"–8" AB | Cheapest, needs annual grooming. |
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