Knox is not one terrain, and a driveway should be built for the block it sits on, not the average Melbourne block.
All Ash builds asphalt driveways across the Knox City Council area, including Ferntree Gully, The Basin, Boronia, Bayswater, Wantirna, Wantirna South, Rowville, Scoresby, and Knoxfield. The ground conditions and gradients across Knox vary more than most Melbourne municipalities, and the right driveway approach for a sloping Ferntree Gully block is a different conversation to one on flat ground in Scoresby. A driveway in these conditions needs a base built for movement, a surface that sheds water cleanly off the fall, and drainage that keeps runoff away from the asphalt edges and the house.
We have been laying asphalt driveways across Greater Melbourne since 2011. Every job in Knox starts with a free on-site assessment because the slope, drainage path, soil, and access for our machinery all affect what your driveway needs and what it costs. We do not quote over the phone.
What we do across Knox
All Ash manages the complete driveway scope in-house. No subcontractors, no hired equipment. Our crew and fleet handle every stage of the job:
- New asphalt driveway construction
- Driveway resurfacing and overlays
- Pothole and asphalt repairs
- Site preparation and excavation
- Base construction to suit the site and terrain
- Drainage solutions
- Brick, bluestone, and alternative edging
- Retaining walls, block and sleeper
- Smartcoat UV protection treatment
We run a 3-tonne multi-tyre roller on every residential job. On sloping Knox sites, compaction quality is directly tied to how long the surface holds its shape under vehicle load. We also have the plant to handle restricted access situations common in older Boronia and Ferntree Gully estates, where machinery access can be a limiting factor for other contractors.
Driveway services for Knox properties
New driveway construction
Building or replacing? We construct new asphalt driveways for homes across Knox, from flat Scoresby subdivisions to sloped foothills blocks in Ferntree Gully and The Basin. Full excavation, base preparation, and asphalt laying, all done by our own crew.
Sloping block specialists
On sloping Knox blocks, the driveway design has to account for where water goes when it runs off the surface. We assess fall direction, drainage path, and ground conditions on every sloping site before recommending a design. Getting this right at the start prevents pooling, base erosion, and premature surface failure.
Drainage and retaining walls
Many properties across Boronia, Wantirna, and the Ferntree Gully area have drainage or level changes that need addressing before a new driveway surface goes down. We handle drainage works and block or sleeper retaining walls as part of the same job, so you deal with one contractor rather than several.
Resurfacing and repairs
If the existing base is still sound but the surface is worn or cracked, resurfacing is a cost-effective alternative to full replacement. We also carry out pothole repairs and localised asphalt patching. We assess the base first and only recommend a full rebuild when it is genuinely the right call for the site.
Every Knox job gets the same standard regardless of size. All Ash was built on owner-involved delivery, so the people who quote your driveway are connected to the people who build it. That is how we keep quality consistent from the first site visit to the final roller pass.
How we build a driveway in Knox
The surface you drive on is the last thing we lay. Everything before it decides how long the driveway lasts on your particular block. Here is how we approach every new driveway across Knox, from the foothills to the flat.
1. Free on-site assessment and quote
We visit your property before putting a number on anything. We look at the slope, the soil, machinery access, nearby trees, the existing surface, and how the driveway will be used. That gives us what we need to quote accurately and design a driveway that suits your specific site, not a generic template.
2. Gradient, drainage, and site assessment
For sloping Knox sites, we assess fall direction, drainage path, soil type, and sub-base conditions before designing anything. On reactive clay or decomposed granite, the base specification changes. On a fall steeper than 1 in 8, drainage placement becomes critical. We factor all of this in before we quote.
3. Excavation and base construction
We remove the existing surface and build the correct base for the site. Base depth and material vary depending on the ground conditions, gradient, and vehicle load on your property. A well-built base distributes weight evenly and is the primary factor in how long the asphalt above it lasts.
4. Drainage and edging
We install drainage to direct water away from the surface and the base. On sloping foothills sites, this step is as important as the asphalt itself. Edging is installed to define the perimeter and lock the asphalt edges so the surface holds its shape over time.
5. Asphalt laying and compaction
Hot-mix asphalt is machine-laid and compacted using a 3-tonne multi-tyre roller. Proper compaction produces a uniform, dense finish that handles load and weather better than an under-compacted surface. On sloping sites especially, this step determines how the driveway holds its shape under daily use.
6. Clean-up and handover
We clean the site and walk you through curing time, when you can drive on the surface, and what to expect from it long term. If you have questions after handover, we are easy to reach.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do you build asphalt driveways on sloping blocks in Ferntree Gully and The Basin?
Yes. Sloping and elevated blocks are common across the foothills suburbs of Knox, including Ferntree Gully, The Basin, and Boronia. We assess gradient, fall direction, soil composition, and drainage on every sloping site before designing the driveway. Base specification and drainage placement both change on steeper ground, and we account for that before we quote. Where retaining walls or drainage works are needed as part of the job, we handle those too.
How much does a new asphalt driveway cost in Knox?
Cost varies depending on the size of the area, how much preparation the site requires, gradient and drainage complexity, edging choices, and whether any existing surface needs removal. A simple flat site in Scoresby or Rowville will have different scope to a sloping foothills block in Ferntree Gully. Because every property is different, we provide free on-site quotes rather than a rate per square metre. Contact All Ash to arrange a site visit.
Which suburbs in Knox do you service?
All Ash services the full Knox City Council area, including Ferntree Gully, The Basin, Boronia, Bayswater, Wantirna, Wantirna South, Rowville, Scoresby, Knoxfield, and surrounding suburbs. Contact us to confirm coverage for your location.
Do you handle Knox City Council crossover requirements?
Yes. Constructing or modifying a vehicle crossover in Knox requires council approval and must meet Knox City Council’s specifications for width, construction, and drainage. All Ash is familiar with these requirements and can advise on what your project will need during the on-site assessment, so there are no delays once work is approved.
Is asphalt suitable for the clay soil common in parts of Knox?
Yes. On reactive clay sub-bases, the key is correct base preparation and compaction rather than the asphalt itself. We adjust base depth and specification depending on the soil conditions identified during the on-site assessment. This is standard practice on Knox foothills blocks and it is the difference between a driveway that lasts and one that begins cracking within a few years.
Can you replace an old concrete or gravel driveway with asphalt?
Yes. We remove and dispose of existing concrete, gravel, or old asphalt surfaces and construct a new asphalt driveway in their place. The on-site assessment determines what excavation and base preparation is required once the existing surface is removed.
Get a free on-site quote in Knox
Building a new driveway, replacing one that has reached the end of its life, or dealing with an asphalt surface that needs attention? Contact All Ash to arrange a site inspection and free quote. No obligation, no phone estimate. We come to you.
CONTACT US FOR A QUOTEThe All Ash difference
Owner-involved delivery
The owners of All Ash are across the work from first assessment to final compaction. You are not dealing with a call centre or a subcontractor. The people accountable for the result are on the job.
Full in-house fleet
We own and run our own pavers, rollers, skidsteers, and bobcats. No hired machinery means faster scheduling and a finish we control from start to finish, without depending on a third party turning up.
Built for Knox terrain
specification, drainage design, and compaction approach to a flat site in Scoresby. We design for the actual site, not a standard template.
Free on-site quotes
We do not quote over the phone. Every quote starts with a site visit so we can assess slope, drainage, soil, access, and the existing surface before recommending anything.
All Ash has been building asphalt driveways across Melbourne since 2011, backed by a team with more than 25 years of collective experience. See our asphalt driveways and residential asphalt pages for the full scope of what we deliver.
