In Texas, concrete driveways cost $6–$12/sq ft and last 30–50 years; asphalt costs $3–$7/sq ft and lasts 15–30 years. For Hill Country homeowners, concrete is the better long-term investment — asphalt softens in 96°F+ summers and degrades through freeze-thaw cycles. TMB Construction recommends 4-inch minimum concrete thickness for Burnet County residential driveways per IBC 2021.
Central Texas homeowners searching for concrete vs asphalt driveways in Texas get a lot of generic national advice that ignores the specific realities of Hill Country soil, climate, and county permitting. At TMB Construction in Burnet, TX, we've poured and finished hundreds of driveways across Burnet County, Llano County, and the surrounding region — and the questions we hear from homeowners in Marble Falls, Liberty Hill, Horseshoe Bay, and Lampasas are remarkably consistent. This FAQ resource pulls together 7+ years of on-the-ground experience to give you straight answers about cost, durability, maintenance, and what actually performs best on caliche-heavy Hill Country soil. Whether you're building a new home driveway, replacing a failing slab, or planning a barndominium entry pad, the information here will help you make a confident, informed decision. Have a specific question for your property? Call TMB Construction at 830-289-3852 for a free, no-obligation estimate.