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Tarmac Surfacing by London Tar in Surrey

Tarmac Surfacing in Woking

Tarmac for Woking paths, private roads, playgrounds and hardstanding, machine-laid on a well-prepared base.

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Overview

Tarmac Surfacing in Woking

Need tarmac surfacing in Woking? London Tar works across Woking and covers every part of Surrey.

Tarmac stands up to daily wear from feet and wheels without a high price tag, which is why it suits so many sites. In Woking we surface private roads, footpaths, yards, playgrounds, school grounds and general hardstanding, using British Standards materials and the right machinery to leave a smooth, even top.

You get a surface that is quick to lay and back in use within a day or two, at a lower cost per square metre than resin or block paving. On sites that need it, bituminous macadam goes down as a base course followed by a surface course, rolled hot until it is dense and level, and finished neatly at kerbs, buildings and existing surfaces. None of that holds without good preparation, so the ground is dug to the correct depth and each layer is compacted before the top goes on.

What’s included

  • Clearance and dig-out to the right depth for the use
  • A compacted sub-base matched to the traffic
  • Machine-laid base course and surface course, rolled flat
  • Tidy edging against kerbs, buildings and older surfaces
Tarmac Surfacing completed by London Tar in Surrey

How we work

From survey to finished surface

  1. 1

    Free site survey

    Someone visits your site, measures it and talks through the job. Booking is entirely optional.

  2. 2

    Written quote

    A written, itemised quote reaches you before work begins, so the price is clear from the start.

  3. 3

    Groundwork and preparation

    Excavation goes to the depth the site needs, then the sub-base is compacted and drainage and edging are dealt with.

  4. 4

    Laying and compaction

    Plant lays the tarmac where access allows, and rollers compact it to a level surface that wears well.

  5. 5

    Sign-off and clear-up

    You walk round the result with us before we go, and all our waste is taken away.

Pricing

How much does tarmac surfacing cost?

Your free site survey sets the price. These are the things that shape it most:

  • Size of the area and machine access
  • How deep the excavation and sub-base need to be
  • One-layer or two-layer build
  • Kerbs, edging and drainage
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Tarmac Surfacing by London Tar in Surrey

Why choose us

Why choose London Tar for tarmac surfacing

How the surface looks on day one matters less than how it was built and how the work fits around you, and that is where we differ.

Compaction at each stage, so the surface stays sound

British Standards materials sourced from approved suppliers

Levels and edges inspected before the crew leaves site

Areas we cover

Tarmac Surfacing near Woking

Homes and businesses in Woking, and right across Surrey, use London Tar for tarmac surfacing. Call 01483 369294 for a free quote wherever you are in the county. Tarmac surfacing in nearby towns:

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FAQs

Tarmac Surfacing FAQs

Is tarmac suitable for a sloped site?

It can be. Tarmac handles gradients on yards, access roads and grounds as readily as level ground, so the design work on a slope goes into drainage. Falls are set so surface water runs away from buildings, with a channel or gully where the ground drops towards them. That keeps water off the routes your staff and visitors walk, and helps meet planning expectations that runoff reaches a permeable area.

Can you match into an existing tarmac surface?

We can. The worn or broken margin of the old tarmac is cut back until we reach a firm edge, and the new surface is tied into it so the joint stays tight under vehicle traffic. It is a practical way to extend a Woking yard, add parking bays or replace a failed section without resurfacing everything around it.

How thick should a tarmac surface be?

That depends on the heaviest vehicle using it. A tarmac surface is a stack of compacted sub-base, binder course and surface course, and each gets deeper as loads grow, so a staff footpath needs far less than a service yard used by lorries. British Standards set a minimum thickness for every mix. Sinking where heavy wheels stand usually means the sub-base failed. Tell us what uses the site and your quote lists the build-up.

How soon can I use it after laying?

In most cases the surface can take people and vehicles within 24 to 48 hours, depending on weather and layer thickness, and exact timings are confirmed first so deliveries and staff parking can be arranged around it. The tarmac goes on firming up for several weeks. During that period, vehicles should not turn their wheels while standing still, and skips, jacks and stands are best kept off it.

Do you offer coloured tarmac?

Yes. Where plain black is not right for the site, red and other coloured tarmacs are available. On commercial grounds a colour can set a pedestrian route, play area or marked zone apart from the main surface. Ask at the survey and we will show you the options.

Do we need planning permission to tarmac a yard, forecourt or car park?

Not always. Part 7, Class E permitted development usually lets qualifying commercial premises add up to 50 m² of new hard surface without applying, as long as it is porous or drains to a permeable area within the site. That allowance does not cover listed buildings, and industrial premises and schools sit under separate classes. Treat this as general guidance, not legal advice, and check with the council.

Can you lay tarmac over an existing concrete or tarmac surface?

Often, yes. The deciding factor is the base. Stable concrete or tarmac can take an overlay, which national price guides say may cost up to 30 to 40% less than digging everything out. Where the old surface is breaking up or shifting, the problem comes straight through the new layer, so removal is the better option. We look at the existing base when we survey your Woking site and give you a straight answer.

Is tarmac cheaper than block paving, resin or concrete for a commercial site?

Usually. Going by national price guides, tarmac costs less per square metre than block paving, resin bound or concrete, though more than gravel. Published ranges differ a lot, so line quotes up on the same area and groundwork. For a business site, weigh upkeep as well: block paving is given around 20 to 30 years but asks for more maintenance, while tarmac looks plainer, is non-porous and can dull with age.

How much does tarmac surfacing cost in Woking?

There is no single rate, because every Woking site differs. What sets the price is the size of the area, the traffic it has to carry, access for machinery, how deep the dig-out and sub-base go, one layer or two, plus kerbs, drainage and waste removal. A new crossover carries a council fee on top. After a free survey you get a clear, itemised written quote with no obligation.

Can tarmac be laid in the rain or in winter?

Light drizzle can be worked through, but laying stops where there is standing water, ice or snow, as the British Standard requires. Temperature matters as much as rain: tarmac must be compacted hot, and thin top layers cool fastest on cold, windy days. Price guides generally say avoid ground temperatures under 5°C and heavy rain. Before the job starts we confirm timings with you, so site access can be planned.

How long does a tarmac surface last, and why do some break up early?

Price guides suggest up to around 15 years, or 15 to 20 years and beyond if the surface is maintained. When tarmac breaks up early the cause is usually underneath: a thin or poorly compacted sub-base sinks under heavy vehicles and lets covers lift, a single thin layer crumbles, and open seams let water in. Our answer is depth, compaction at every layer, and a hot-rolled base and surface course.
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