Is $8,000 to driveway repair, extension, and resurfacing a fair price?
Project Details
The homeowner agreed to a verbal quote of $8,000 with a handshake after being told they were receiving a 'group discount' because the crew was already working in the neighborhood. The contractor later attempted to charge $9,000, claiming extra material costs, but the homeowner ultimately paid the original $8,000 after reviewing security camera footage of the agreement. The contractor also applied a sealant the day after paving, which the homeowner questioned.
Quote Details
Comprehensive driveway work including repairs and new paving. - Crack repair and smoothing over of depressions - Paving a new section over a former lawn area (approximately two car lengths total extension) - Repaving the top layer of the entire driveway to even out surfaces - Application of an oil-based seal coat
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Other
Price
$8,000
Quote Date
April 14, 2026
Location
Pennsylvania
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