Tar & Chip

Hot tar and chip surfacing

At Curtis & Sons Surfacing & Planing Contractors, we specialise in laying hot tar and chip surfacing for residential properties across Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, and Buckinghamshire.

Low cost, low maintenance, high value

Hot tar and chip surfacing has long been one of the most popular surfacing options. Suitable for use on driveways, forecourts, car parks, and other areas of high traffic, it is a low cost, low maintenance surfacing that is guaranteed to give a flawless finish every time. Tar and chip surfacing is most certainly not a DIY surface and must be laid by a team of experienced contractors with all of the right equipment to hand. The good news is that our team have over 57 years' experience in laying this type of surface, meaning that they have the skills and expertise to complete any sized project to the very highest of standards.

For durable driveways and flawless forecourts

Once laid, hot tar and chip surfacing is usually much more durable than traditional asphalt, and is usually much cheaper. Unlike the smooth finish given by asphalt, the surface is made up of hundreds of stones in every square meter. The natural stone chips vary in size, between 6mm and 20mm, offering excellent traction, whatever the weather.

A professionally laid hot tar and chip surface is likely to last in excess of 10 years, and because this surface can be laid on top of existing surfaces, it is a cost-effective solution. All in all, when you opt for chip and tar, you'll get a low-cost, low-maintenance, high traction surface that is ideal for covering large areas.

As an alternative driveway surface, why not have a look at our resin-bound surfacing solution?

Resin driveways

satisfaction guaranteed

fully trained staff

£10,000,000
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Why should I choose tar and chip?

Suitable for a wide range of applications, tar and chip is a widely chosen surfacing option and comes with a huge number of benefits, including:

It is extremely durable and is ideal for heavy use or large vehicles
It is cost-effective with a typical cost of just £17.50 per square meter
There is no need to remove the existing surface, tar and chip can be laid directly on top of any existing concrete or asphalt
It is extremely grippy, even when wet or covered with snow
It offers a much more solid surface than gravel

If you're not sure what surface option is best for your driveway or forecourt, get in touch with Curtis & Sons Surfacing, we offer a wide range of options and can advise on the best solution for you.

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