How much does concrete driveway installation cost in Toronto and the GTA?
- According to Nice Guy Concrete (2026 Ontario guide), broom-finish concrete driveway, installed (all-in: tearout, excavation, granular base, pour, finish) runs $9–$20 per sq ft, and exposed aggregate driveway, installed runs $15–$32 per sq ft (Contract Link (Ontario); range widened per Nice Guy Concrete). Add 13% HST to any quote. ConcreteFinder's concrete driveways cost guide lists every line item with its source.
How do I choose a good concrete driveway contractor in the GTA?
- Compare at least three written, itemized quotes rather than defaulting to the cheapest. ConcreteFinder ranks 155 concrete driveway contractors at a median 4.65★ Google rating and a median of 39 reviews each, so start with the shortlist above, then confirm insurance and recent local references before you sign.
When is the best time to book concrete driveway installation in Toronto?
- The GTA concrete driveway installation season runs May–Nov, because fresh concrete needs above-freezing temperatures to cure. Reputable companies book several weeks ahead in peak months, so request quotes early; shoulder-season pours in spring or fall often win better pricing.
Do I need a permit, and is HST included in concrete driveway installation quotes?
- Add 13% HST to any quote, since concrete work is taxable in Ontario and most posted prices exclude it. Permit needs depend on scope: a like-for-like driveway or slab repour rarely needs one, but widening a driveway, altering the curb cut or boulevard, and any structural foundation or underpinning work require municipal approval and often an engineer, which a reputable contractor arranges. See ConcreteFinder's concrete driveways cost guide for the Ontario rules.
Can companies pay to rank higher on ConcreteFinder?
- No. Rankings come from a Bayesian-adjusted Google rating plus verification boosts for a website, phone and photos, never payment. Across the GTA, 60% of rated concrete driveway contractors clear 4.8★, so small ranking gaps are meaningful. Full details are on our methodology page.