Concrete Driveway Quote Template
Free concrete driveway quote template. Covers excavation, formwork, mesh, concrete, and finishing — everything for a professional driveway quote.
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Or try it on the web →This concrete driveway quote template is for Australian concreters pricing standard residential jobs. It covers new builds, extensions, and rip-and-replace projects. Getting the quote right comes down to two things often missed: accurate base preparation costs and accounting for concrete pump hire. Underestimate the earthworks or forget the pump fee on a site with poor access, and your profit is gone before the pour even starts. Use this template to make sure every cost is covered, from crushed rock to the final sealer, so you price every job to win and make a margin.
How to Price Concrete, Mesh, and Labour Per Square Metre
Your biggest cost is the concrete itself. A standard 25MPa mix from a supplier like Hanson or Boral runs about $250-$320 per cubic metre. For a typical 100mm thick driveway, you'll need one cubic metre for every 10 square metres. Next is the steel. SL72 reinforcing mesh is standard for residential drives and costs around $110 per sheet from Bunnings, covering roughly 14.4 square metres. Labour is the key variable. A good starting point is $60-$90 per square metre for a basic broom finish. Always add a 10% waste factor to your concrete and crushed rock calculations before finalising the price.
Forgetting Site Prep and Pump Hire Will Cost You
The costs that get missed are usually before the concrete truck arrives. Site preparation isn't free. If you need to hire a mini-excavator to level the ground, that's at least $500 for the day. The crushed rock for the sub-base costs about $60 per tonne, plus your time to spread and compact it. If the truck can't back right up to the job, you'll need a concrete pump. A line pump adds a minimum of $600-$900 to the job. Also, remember to include tip fees for disposing of any excavated soil or old concrete. These small costs add up fast and should be separate line items on your quote.
Materials Included
- Concrete (standard, exposed aggregate, or coloured)
- Reinforcement mesh (SL72 or SL82)
- Formwork timber
- Crushed rock base
- Poly membrane
- Control joint strips
Quoting Steps
- 1Measure driveway area and depth
- 2Calculate cubic metres of concrete
- 3Add reinforcement mesh quantities
- 4Include formwork and base preparation
- 5Select finish type (plain, exposed, stamped)
- 6Add pump hire if needed and labour costs
Frequently Asked Questions
Exposed aggregate costs more in materials and labour. The special concrete mix is dearer, and you have extra steps like washing off and sealing. You should add between $50 and $70 per square metre on top of your standard plain concrete price. Check current sealer prices with a supplier like Parchem or Concrete Colour Systems.
Yes, almost every council in Australia requires a permit for a new or modified vehicle crossover from the kerb. While it's the homeowner's responsibility to get the permit, you should state in your quote that work cannot start without it. This protects you from fines and rework orders from the local council.
For a standard driveway taking cars and utes, 25MPa is the industry standard and sufficient. If the driveway needs to support heavier vehicles like a small truck or the subgrade is poor, specify 32MPa. Always list the concrete strength on your quote to meet the requirements of Australian Standard AS 3600.
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