Can a concrete driveway be poured over an old one?

Sometimes, but it depends entirely on your existing driveway’s condition — this isn’t a default recommendation, since pouring new concrete over a structurally compromised slab just builds a new surface on top of an unreliable base.

Where the existing slab is structurally sound with only cosmetic wear, a concrete overlay can be a viable, cost-effective option. But where there’s cracking, settlement, or drainage issues, removing the old driveway and starting with proper base preparation is the more reliable long-term approach — and often the only genuinely compliant option.

A proper assessment of your existing driveway’s actual condition is the necessary first step before deciding between resurfacing and full replacement — this isn’t something to guess at from the surface alone.

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