Driveway & Pavers in Fort Myers, FL - Straight Answers & Real Pricing
A new paver driveway in Fort Myers typically runs $7,000-$18,000 depending on square footage, material choice, and site prep. A concrete driveway installation falls between $4,500 and $12,000 in our market, and asphalt paving starts around $3,500 and tops out near $9,000 for a full pour on a standard residential lot. These numbers come from actual jobs we’ve priced across Lee County - they aren’t national averages, and they aren’t guesswork.
We’re Groundwork Construction Co., and we’ve been building driveways, patios, walkways, and pool decks for Fort Myers homeowners since 2014. Derek Hollenbeck leads our team, and every estimate we write is a fixed-price bid - the number you see is the number you pay. No change orders buried in the fine print. Call us at (844) 638-7249 if you want pricing on your specific property. Estimates are free and there’s no obligation.
Key Takeaways:
- Paver driveways in Fort Myers cost $7,000-$18,000; concrete runs $4,500-$12,000; asphalt starts at $3,500.
- Our work is backed by the 730-Day Done Right Promise - if it’s not right, we make it right, for two full years.
- Every crew member is background-checked and uniformed. You’ll recognize us when we pull up.
- We answer the phone live, 24/7. No voicemail, no waiting until Monday.
What Our Driveway & Pavers Service Includes
Below is what we actually do - broken down by material type and project scope. We don’t farm anything out to subcontractors we haven’t vetted ourselves, and we pull every permit the city requires.
Paver Driveways
Paver driveways use interlocking concrete, brick, or natural stone units set on a compacted base. They handle Fort Myers’ sandy soil and seasonal rain better than solid slabs because the joints between pavers let water drain naturally - fewer puddle problems and less cracking from ground shift. We install pavers from Belgard, Unilock, and Tremron, and we’ll show you samples in person so you can see how each color and pattern reads under Florida sun before you commit.
Concrete Driveways & Concrete Work
A poured concrete driveway gives you a clean, monolithic look that lasts decades when the subgrade is prepped correctly - and in Fort Myers, correct prep means compacting that sandy soil and adding enough base to prevent settling. We also do stamped concrete, which imprints a pattern (cobblestone, slate, flagstone) into the wet pour and then seals it for color retention. Stamped concrete sits in a middle ground price-wise - more character than plain concrete, less labor than individual pavers.
Asphalt Driveways & Resurfacing
Asphalt is the most budget-friendly hard surface for a long driveway. It heats up fast under the Florida sun, which actually helps it stay flexible and resist cracking, but it does need sealing every two to three years to hold up against UV and rain. When the base is still solid but the top layer is worn and alligatored, we can resurface rather than tear out - saves money and cuts the job time roughly in half.
Driveway Repair & Replacement
Not every driveway needs a full replacement. We’ll tell you if you do, but we’ll also tell you if you don’t. Common repairs in Fort Myers include lifting settled slabs with polyurethane foam injection, patching spalled concrete, resetting sunken pavers, and replacing cracked asphalt sections. When the base has failed - we see this a lot in Pine Manor and older sections of McGregor - a full removal and replacement is the only way to get a surface that won’t fail again in two years.
Patios, Walkways & Pool Decks
We install paver and concrete patios, walkways, and pool decks. For pool decks, we typically recommend textured pavers or a broomed concrete finish - something that stays slip-resistant when wet. Fort Myers pools get heavy use nine months of the year, and a slick deck is a liability. We also do screened-enclosure tie-ins, so the pavers run flush under the frame with no gaps for critters.
Brick Paver Driveway
Brick pavers offer a traditional look that’s hard to replicate with concrete. Genuine clay brick pavers hold their color indefinitely - they don’t fade the way dyed concrete can after years of direct Fort Myers sun. The trade-off is that brick absorbs more moisture than concrete pavers, so edge restraint and proper slope are critical. We’ve installed hundreds of brick paver driveways in neighborhoods like Whiskey Creek and Cypress Lake, and we stand on every one with the 730-Day Done Right Promise.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Brands We Trust for Driveway & Pavers
We specify Belgard pavers on a large portion of our Fort Myers jobs. Belgard’s manufacturing tolerances are tight, which means joints stay consistent, and their color blends - especially the tumbled finishes - look natural against Florida landscaping. For projects where the homeowner wants a more contemporary look, we turn to Unilock, whose larger-format pavers and clean lines work well with modern home styles we see in newer developments around Cypress Lake and south Fort Myers.
Tremron is our go-to for budget-conscious paver jobs that still need to look sharp. Made right here in Florida, their products are engineered for our climate and our soil. ActiveYards fencing pairs cleanly with paver projects when a full backyard overhaul includes a new fence line and matching hardscape. Whether your job calls for Belgard, Unilock, Tremron, or any other quality manufacturer, we’ll walk you through the options and write a fixed price that includes the exact material you choose - no bait-and-switch substitutions later.
Signs You Need Driveway & Pavers Right Now
- Standing water after a light rain. Puddles that linger mean your driveway has lost its slope or the base has settled unevenly. In Fort Myers, standing water breeds mosquitoes and slowly erodes the substrate, making the problem worse every wet season. Catch it early and the fix might just be re-grading or a topcoat. Let it go and you’re looking at a full replacement.
- Cracks wider than a quarter-inch. Hairline cracks are normal in concrete - wider ones are not. When you can fit the edge of a quarter into a crack, water is getting down to the base and softening it. We see this most often in older Tice and Palmona Park driveways where the original pour was done over minimal compaction.
- Sunken or heaved pavers creating a trip hazard. One low spot catches a toe, and suddenly you’re dealing with a liability claim. Sunken pavers usually mean a failed sand bed or washed-out base. Individual pavers can be reset, but if large sections are moving, the whole base layer needs to be reconstructed.
- Faded, chalky surface with exposed aggregate. When the cement paste wears away and you can see the rough stone underneath, the surface is past sealing and into structural decline. A driveway in this condition is absorbing water, not shedding it, and will start crumbling at the edges.
- Crumbling edges along the driveway perimeter. Edge deterioration signals that the driveway was poured without adequate edge forms or that years of lawn watering and rain have eroded the subgrade from the side. Once edges go, the rest follows faster than you’d expect.
Our Driveway & Pavers Process - Step by Step
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On-site walkthrough and measurement. We come to your property - ground-level, not from a satellite image - and measure every square foot. We check drainage patterns, soil condition, access for equipment, and any utility easements that could affect the layout. You’ll get a written, line-item price within a day of that visit, not a verbal ballpark range.
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Material selection and order confirmation. If we’re using pavers, you choose the style and color from physical samples. We place the order with our supplier the moment you sign off, so materials are staged and ready before demo starts. No day-of surprises where the color you picked is suddenly backordered.
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Demolition and excavation. We remove the old surface - concrete, asphalt, or existing pavers - and excavate to the proper depth for the new base. In Fort Myers soil, we typically go deeper than minimum code to account for the sandy substrate and ensure the base compacts to a stable density. We haul away all debris; nothing sits in your yard for days.
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Base prep, grading, and compaction. This is the step that separates a driveway that lasts from one that fails in three years. We lay a geotextile fabric when conditions call for it, add and compact crushed stone in lifts, and grade the surface so water runs off at a minimum 1% slope away from the house. Compaction tests confirm we’ve hit the right density before we proceed.
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Installation and finishing. Pavers are laid to pattern, cut precisely at edges, and locked in with edge restraint. Concrete is poured, finished, and cured under controlled conditions - we don’t pour in full midday heat when flash-setting ruins the surface. After install, we clean the site thoroughly and walk you through what to expect during the curing or settling period. Your 730-Day Done Right Promise starts the day we finish.
How Much Does Driveway & Pavers Cost in Fort Myers?
We already shared the headline numbers. Here’s how the costs break down by material type and project scope, based on what we’re actually charging in Lee County right now:
- Paver driveway installation: $7,000-$18,000 (standard 2-car driveway, 400-800 sq ft)
- Concrete driveway installation: $4,500-$12,000 (poured concrete, includes basic finish)
- Stamped concrete driveway: $6,000-$16,000 (pattern and color added to the pour)
- Asphalt driveway paving: $3,500-$9,000 (new pour or full-depth replacement)
- Driveway replacement (any material): $5,000-$14,000 (includes demo and haul-off)
- Driveway sealing: $250-$700 (asphalt sealcoat or concrete sealer application)
- Paver patio installation: $3,500-$11,000 (varies by size; 200-500 sq ft typical)
What swings the price on any given property? Site accessibility is a big one - if we can’t get a skid steer into the backyard because of a narrow gate, labor hours go up. Drainage corrections add cost if we need to install channel drains or regrade adjacent areas. And material choice matters: a basic Tremron paver in a running-bond pattern costs less per square foot than a Unilock large-format paver in a herringbone layout. We’ll show you options at every price point so you can decide what fits your budget. Call (844) 638-7249 for a free estimate with exact numbers for your property.
Driveway & Pavers Near Fort Myers - Our Service Area
We work across Fort Myers and into the surrounding communities: North Fort Myers, Lochmoor Waterway Estates, Cape Coral, Pine Manor, Whiskey Creek, Villas, Palmona Park, McGregor, Tice, Cypress Lake, and Suncoast Estates. If you’re within Lee County, we’re on your street within a day of your call for the site visit. For smaller towns further out, we schedule visits in blocks to keep drive time from eating into your project budget.
Serving Fort Myers, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Fort Myers area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions - Driveway & Pavers in Fort Myers
Paver driveway installation is the process of excavating the existing surface, building a compacted stone base, and setting interlocking concrete or brick pavers in a pattern over a sand bedding layer. Unlike a solid concrete pour, a paver driveway flexes with ground movement and allows water to drain through the joints, which reduces cracking and puddling in Florida’s sandy soil. At Groundwork Construction Co., we pull permits, compact in lifts, and use edge restraints on every job so the pavers stay locked together for decades.
Most residential paver or concrete driveways take three to five working days from demolition to final walkthrough. Asphalt can often be done in two days since it requires less cure time. Weather is the biggest variable in Fort Myers - an afternoon thunderstorm can pause a concrete pour, but we build that buffer into our schedule from the start. You’ll have a firm timeline before we break ground, and we’ll update you if anything shifts.
A paver driveway in Fort Myers costs $7,000-$18,000 for a standard two-car driveway. The range depends on square footage, paver brand and style, site access, and whether we need to correct drainage or rebuild the base. This price includes demolition of the old driveway, haul-off of debris, base prep, paver material, installation, and a final cleanup. Call (844) 638-7249 and we’ll come measure your driveway - the estimate is free and the number we write is the number you pay.
Yes - we install Belgard, Unilock, Tremron, and other quality paver brands regularly across Fort Myers and Lee County. We keep strong relationships with local suppliers so we can source the exact paver you want, often within a week. If you have a specific color or style in mind, we’ll bring samples to your home so you can see them in your actual lighting before you decide.
We can - in many cases we can have a crew out same-day to assess a dangerous situation like a lifted slab that’s become a trip hazard or a sinkhole opening under the driveway surface. While full replacements take planning, we can stabilize and make a driveway safe to use quickly. Call us any time at (844) 638-7249 - a real person answers, 24/7.
Every driveway and paver project we complete is covered by our 730-Day Done Right Promise. That’s two full years - if something isn’t right, we come back and make it right at no charge. It’s one of the longest workmanship guarantees in residential construction, and we put it in writing because we stand on our own work. Manufacturer warranties on paver and concrete materials extend beyond that and vary by product.
Move vehicles out of the driveway and garage the night before, clear any personal items from the work zone, and let us know about any in-ground sprinkler lines or invisible pet fences that cross the driveway area. We handle permits, utility locates, and access for equipment. If you have a gate or fence, make sure it’s unlocked or provide a key - we’ll treat your property like it’s our own, and our background-checked, uniformed crew will be on site each morning ready to work.
Schedule Your Driveway & Pavers Service in Fort Myers Today
You can keep researching options, or you can get a real price from someone who’s done this in Fort Myers for over a decade. Call (844) 638-7249 to schedule your free estimate. Derek Hollenbeck and the Groundwork Construction Co. team will come to your property, take measurements, talk through materials, and hand you a fixed-price bid with no obligation and no sales pressure - just a real number that won’t change once work starts. We’re ready when you are.
Written by Derek Hollenbeck, Owner at Groundwork Construction Co., serving Fort Myers since 2014.