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- Cape Town Paving is a free quote-comparison service for paving in Cape Town.
- Describe the job once.
- Relevant independent paving contractors covering your area come back with their own quotes, and you compare them yourself.
- No paving work is done by this website.
- It is done by the paving contractor you appoint.
Suburb, rough m², the paving you want and a photo. That is enough for a contractor to quote.
Compare Paving QuotesWhat Paving Contractors Quote For
| Group | What it covers | Typical customer |
|---|---|---|
| New paving | Driveways, patios, pool surrounds, paths and parking areas | Homes, complexes, businesses |
| Materials | Concrete, interlocking, clay brick, cobble, flagstone and natural stone | Anyone choosing a surface |
| Repairs | Sunken, loose, broken and spreading paving | Existing paving owners |
| Cleaning and sealing | Stains, moss, weeds and protective sealers | Tired or slippery paving |
| Restoration | Repair, clean, recolour and seal in one job | Faded paving with a sound base |
What Paving Costs in Cape Town
Ballpark 2026 budgets so you can sanity-check a quote. They are not quotations and no contractor is bound by them.
| Item | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| 60mm concrete pavers, installed | R450 - R750 per m² |
| 80mm driveway pavers, installed incl. excavation and base | R600 - R950 per m² |
| Clay pavers, installed | R650 - R1,200 per m² |
| Natural stone, installed | R850 - R2,000 per m² |
| Double driveway, about 45 - 60 m² | R27,000 - R57,000 |
| Lift and relay sunken paving | R250 - R450 per m² |
| Clean, re-sand and seal | R90 - R150 per m² |
Ballpark figures, not quotations. Indicative 2026 estimates compiled from published Western Cape and national paving price guides and a Cape Town materials supplier price list, checked September 2026. Most sources do not say whether VAT is included, so confirm VAT on every quote. A site visit and a written quote set the actual price.
Get prices for your actual property rather than a range. Free, with no obligation to appoint anyone.
Compare Paving QuotesCommon Paving Jobs by Property
| Property | Common job | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| House | 80mm driveway, patio or braai area, garden paths | Falls away from the house |
| Townhouse or complex | Internal roads, parking bays, walkways | Body corporate approval usually needed |
| Pool area | Coping and surround | Choose finish for wet, bare feet |
| Office, shop or school | Entrances, walkways, drop-off zones | Phased to keep the site open |
| Business parking | Bays, aisles and drainage | Heavier spec where trucks turn |
Cape Town Conditions Paving Contractors Should Plan For
- Winter rain. Most of the rain falls in winter. Falls and drains must carry water away from buildings.
- Sandy ground. Needs a well-compacted base and firm edges or paving spreads.
- Slopes. Hillside driveways need stronger edges, steps or retaining and pavers with grip.
- Coastal exposure. Wind-blown sand fills joints and salt spray affects some natural stone.
- Summer sun. Dark pavers get hot and pigmented concrete can fade.
Rules and Approvals
Work on the pavement verge, such as a new driveway crossing, is on City land and usually needs approval from the City of Cape Town. Complexes need body corporate or HOA approval for work on common property. Stormwater from new paving must not be directed onto neighbouring properties. Check what applies before work starts. This is general information, not legal advice.
Choosing Between Paving Companies
- Compare the same spec. Paver type and thickness, base depth, edging and area in m².
- Check what is included. Excavation, removal, rubble, drainage and VAT.
- Ask about timing. Start date, days on site and when you can use the area.
- Get payment terms in writing. Deposit, balance and when each is due.
- Check the business. Contact details, photos of recent jobs and a reference or two.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does this service work?
You send one enquiry. Relevant independent paving contractors covering your area contact you and quote. You compare and choose, or appoint nobody.
Does it cost anything?
No. Requesting quotes is free and there is no obligation. Your agreement is with the contractor you appoint.
Do you lay paving yourselves?
No. This is a quote-comparison service. Independent paving contractors and installers assess the job, quote and do the work.
How much does paving cost in Cape Town?
Roughly R450 - R750 per m² installed for 60mm concrete pavers and R600 - R950 per m² for an 80mm driveway, as 2026 estimates.
How many quotes will I get?
It depends on the job and which contractors are available in your area. Response numbers are not guaranteed.
What should I include in my enquiry?
Suburb, property type, rough size in m², the paving you want, what is there now and photos if you have them.
Can I get quotes for repairs, cleaning or sealing?
Yes. Describe the problem or the finish you want in the form.
Cape Town Paving is a free quote-comparison service. Paving work is quoted and carried out by independent contractors, and your agreement is with the contractor you appoint. Ask each one for a written, itemised quote, what is and is not included, and their payment terms before paying anything.
Paving Cape Town. Describe your job once and compare quotes from local paving contractors.
Compare Paving QuotesPaving Services in Cape Town
Every paving service we arrange quotes for, each with its own page
Paving Installation
Driveway Paving
New, extended and replacement driveways
Patio Paving
Braai areas, courtyards and entertainment spaces
Pool Paving
Coping and pool surrounds
Walkway Paving
Garden paths, entrances and stepping stones
Commercial Paving
Offices, retail, schools and complexes
Parking Area Paving
Parking bays and manoeuvring areas
Paving Materials
Brick Paving
Clay pavers and concrete paving bricks
Interlocking Paving
Block shapes, patterns and edge restraints
Cobblestone Paving
Natural stone setts and cobble-style pavers
Concrete Paving
Concrete pavers and slabs
Natural Stone Paving
Sandstone, slate, granite and travertine
Flagstone Paving
Large-format slabs for paths and patios
Repairs & Maintenance
Paving Repairs
Sunken, loose and broken paving
Paving Cleaning
Stains, moss, algae and weeds
Paving Sealing
Sealers, finishes and upkeep
Paving Restoration
Repair, clean, recolour and seal
Paving Prices
Paving Prices
Ballpark costs per m² and what drives them
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