Chip and Seal Driveway

A chip and seal driveway in McLean, VA offers a lower-cost, natural-looking alternative to standard asphalt. Free on-site estimates, licensed and insured.

  • 1,000+ driveways installed across Northern Virginia
  • Licensed, bonded & insured Class A contractor
(571) 389-7109
Chip and seal driveway finish in Northern Virginia, showing the textured gravel-and-oil surface up close
Smooth asphalt driveway shown for comparison against a chip and seal finish

How Chip and Seal Compares to Asphalt

Chip and seal costs less per square foot than hot-mix asphalt, which adds up on longer driveways. The textured surface also hides small imperfections that would show on smooth asphalt.

It's more permeable than solid asphalt, but it needs a fresh chip seal coat every few years to stay firmly bound.

Is Chip and Seal Right for You?

  • A good fit for long driveways where hot-mix cost adds up fast
  • Best for properties wanting a natural, textured look
  • Needs a fresh coat every 3–5 years to stay bound
  • Snow plowing can pull up loose stone, so plan for touch-ups
Driveway in a wooded setting, the kind of property where chip and seal is often considered
Finished driveway surface after a paving project

Why McLean Asphalt

McLean Asphalt is a licensed Class A Virginia contractor, fully bonded and insured, serving McLean and Fairfax County since 2009. Every job starts with a free, no-obligation on-site estimate.

Chip and seal typically runs $2–$5 per square foot installed, often less than hot-mix for long driveways.

Want the Full Look and Process?

This page covers the basics of cost and upkeep. For stone color options and the complete installation process, see our detailed guide.

Visit our Tar & Chip Driveways page for all the details.

Crew compacting a driveway surface as part of the paving process

Get a Free Chip and Seal Estimate

McLean Asphalt provides free, no-obligation estimates for chip and seal driveways throughout Fairfax County. Most quotes are scheduled within 48 hours.

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