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Driveway Repair & Replacement in Hollywood, FL: Timeline, Cost, and What to Expect

Driveway repair and replacement in Hollywood typically runs $5,000-$14,000 for a full replacement, with most repair projects landing between $1,200 and $4,500 depending on the extent of the damage. Most residential jobs take 3-5 days from demolition to final cure, though paver resets and surface repairs can finish in 1-2 days. Call (844) 665-0162 for a free on-site estimate and we’ll walk your specific situation.

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We’ve replaced driveways across Hollywood’s older east-side neighborhoods and the newer planned communities west of I-75, and the job changes significantly based on what era of housing stock we’re working with. Here’s how we approach it.

How We Handle Driveway Repair & Replacement Step by Step

Every driveway project follows a clear sequence. Knowing the stages helps you plan around the work and make decisions at the right moments.

Stage 1: Site Evaluation and Utility Marking (Day 1, 2-3 hours)

We walk the driveway with you, identify the failure pattern, and mark underground utilities through Sunshine 811. In Hollywood’s older CBS homes, we’re also checking where the original driveway meets the foundation slab - settlement cracks here often signal broader drainage issues. You’ll decide at this stage whether we’re doing a full replacement or a targeted repair, and whether you want to regrade for better runoff.

Stage 2: Demolition and Subgrade Inspection (Days 1-2, 4-8 hours)

We break out the existing surface and haul it off. Then we inspect what’s underneath. Hollywood’s flat terrain and high water table mean we frequently find saturated base material, especially in eastern ZIPs like 33020 and 33021 where original driveways were poured with minimal compaction. If the subgrade is mushy, we excavate deeper and bring in crushed concrete or limestone screenings. This is where the price can shift - stable base versus full reconstruction adds time and material.

Stage 3: Base Preparation and Forming (Day 2, 3-6 hours)

We compact the base in lifts, set forms to the correct pitch for drainage, and install any needed reinforcement. For Hollywood’s hurricane-exposed homes, we pay particular attention to how driveway runoff flows toward the street versus pooling against the foundation. You’ll confirm the final dimensions, any apron extensions, and whether we’re adding expansion joints at this point.

Stage 4: Pour, Lay, or Reset (Days 2-4, duration varies by material)

Concrete gets poured and finished; pavers get laid on bedding sand and cut to fit; asphalt gets spread and compacted while hot. In Hollywood’s coastal climate, we’re selective about pour days - afternoon thunderstorms can compromise surface integrity, so we watch the forecast closely. This stage is largely our work, but we ask you to keep vehicles off the approach.

Stage 5: Cure, Seal, and Final Walk (Days 4-5, 1-2 hours)

Concrete needs 48-72 hours before light use, 7 days before heavy loads. We apply a penetrating sealer if specified, walk the finished surface with you, and review maintenance. For paver resets, we sweep polymeric sand into joints and compact again. You’ll get a written completion summary with care instructions specific to your material choice.

The Material Choices You’ll Actually Decide Between

Driveway repair and replacement in Hollywood isn’t one-size-fits-all. The right material depends on your budget, your home’s style, and how much maintenance you’re willing to do in a salt-air environment.

• Standard concrete (4-inch slab, 3000 PSI): The baseline for most Hollywood replacements. Runs $4,500-$12,000 installed. Holds up well if the base is right, but unsealed concrete absorbs salt and stains over time. Best for homeowners who want simplicity and will reseal every 3-4 years.
• Exposed aggregate or stamped concrete: Adds texture and visual interest at roughly 15-25% above standard concrete. The surface is slightly more slip-resistant when wet, which matters during Hollywood’s summer downpours. Requires consistent sealing to prevent color fade from UV exposure.
• Concrete pavers (Belgard, Unilock, Tremron, Techo-Bloc): Individual units that can be lifted and reset if settling occurs. Higher upfront cost, typically $7,000-$18,000, but repairable in sections rather than full replacement. Critical in Hollywood: we specify pavers with low water absorption ratings because freeze-thaw cycles, while rare, combined with salt intrusion from coastal air, accelerate spalling in inferior products.
• Asphalt resurfacing or new paving: Lowest initial cost at $3,500-$9,000, but shorter lifespan in Florida’s intense UV. We don’t recommend asphalt for barrier island properties or homes within a mile of the Intracoastal - the petroleum binder degrades faster with salt exposure. Better suited to inland Hollywood parcels where budget is the primary driver.
• Paver reset and base repair: For driveways with surface settling but sound pavers. We lift, regrade, recompact, and relay. Typically $1,200-$4,500. Often the most economical path when the original installation was quality work that simply settled over 10-15 years.

We’re happy to show you sample boards from our paver partners and discuss which product lines carry the best warranty for your specific Hollywood location.

What Driveway Repair & Replacement Costs in Hollywood, FL

Five factors push any project toward the high or low end of these ranges:

1. Size and shape: A standard two-car rectangular driveway in a west Hollywood tract home is straightforward. An L-shaped or circular drive on an older east-side lot with mature oak roots requires more labor and precision cutting.
2. Existing condition: Cracked but stable concrete needs less prep than a driveway where the base has washed out entirely. We won’t know until we demo, which is why our estimates include a “base reconstruction” line item that may or may not trigger.
3. Drainage corrections: If your driveway funnels water toward the foundation or into the garage, regrading adds material and labor. Hollywood’s flat topography makes this a common finding.
4. Material grade and finish: Basic broom-finish concrete versus stamped, colored, or high-end paver patterns. We carry multiple tiers so you’re not locked into one price point.
5. Permit and inspection scope: Full replacements in Hollywood require a Broward County permit with inspection. The fee is modest, but the schedule matters - we pull permits before demolition so inspections don’t delay your cure time.

A written estimate from Groundwork includes demolition, haul-off, base material, surface material, installation, and basic cleanup. It does not include tree removal, utility relocation, or decorative lighting - those are separate line items we flag during evaluation.

What Hollywood’s Conditions Mean for Your Driveway

Hollywood sits in a unique construction environment that shapes every driveway repair and replacement we do here. The city falls entirely within Florida’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone, sharing that designation only with Miami-Dade County. For homeowners, this means any permitted work must comply with HVHZ-listed assemblies and Miami-Dade Notices of Acceptance - requirements invisible to contractors coming from Palm Beach or Central Florida who expect standard Florida Product Approval to suffice. We’ve seen projects stall for weeks while out-of-area crews scramble to source compliant materials. We don’t.

The housing stock splits the job types we see. In eastern Hollywood - neighborhoods east of Federal Highway in ZIPs like 33020 and 33021 - we’re often working on 1950s-1970s CBS homes with original driveways poured decades ago, narrow by modern standards, sometimes cracked by mature ficus or banyan root intrusion. These jobs tend toward full replacement with drainage corrections. West of I-75, in 33024 through 33029, the 1980s-2000s planned communities have wider driveways, better initial grading, and more requests for aesthetic upgrades as part of broader exterior renovations.

Coastal exposure matters even inland. Hollywood’s barrier island strip sits directly on the Atlantic, and salt-air corrosion travels farther than most homeowners assume. We specify corrosion-resistant fasteners and avoid aluminum edging within a mile of the Intracoastal - the material simply doesn’t last. For paver installations anywhere in Hollywood, we favor low-absorption concrete units over clay brick, which spalls more aggressively with salt cycling.

Many homeowners tackling driveway repair and replacement in Hollywood are also considering Junior ADU & Interior Conversion in Hollywood to add rental income, or ADU Site Prep & Utilities in Hollywood as a first step toward a full backyard unit. We’re structured to handle these as sequential or concurrent projects under one contract, which keeps scheduling coherent and avoids the finger-pointing that happens when separate trades overlap.

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Get a Free On-Site Estimate for Your Hollywood Driveway

We’ll walk your driveway, identify the failure pattern, and give you a written estimate with options at multiple price points. No pressure to decide on the spot. Call (844) 665-0162 or request a visit through our site. We cover all of Hollywood including the barrier island, central neighborhoods, and western planned communities, and we coordinate driveway work with any Driveway & Pavers in Hollywood project or broader exterior renovation you’re planning. Our Driveway & Pavers crew and full Hollywood service area are ready when you are.

Written by Raymond Estevez, Owner at Groundwork Construction Co., serving Hollywood and South Florida homeowners since our founding.