DRIVEWAYS IN TIBURON, CA

Driveways in Tiburon, CA

Custom driveways for the ridgeline lots and bay-view homes of Tiburon. We design and build paver, concrete, and stamped driveways that handle the grade, the drainage, and the look of the home.

  • Licensed C-27 #1134876
  • 400+ Projects Completed
  • Family Owned Since 1998
  • 2-Year Warranty
DRIVEWAYS IN TIBURON

Paver and Concrete Driveways Built for Tiburon

Novara is a driveway contractor serving Tiburon and the Marin peninsula, building paver driveways, concrete driveways, and stamped concrete driveways for homes on the ridgeline and the bay-view lots. Tiburon's clay-heavy soil and steep grades break down a driveway that was not based and drained right, so we handle excavation, compaction, and drainage before any surface goes down. Whether it is a new driveway installation or a driveway replacement for a surface that has cracked and settled, we design it in 3D and build it with our own crew to hold the slope for the long run.

Driveway finishes we build in Tiburon:

  • Paver Driveways Interlocking pavers that flex with the ground and are easy to repair.
  • Poured Concrete Driveways Solid, low-maintenance concrete poured and finished clean.
  • Stamped Concrete Stamped patterns that read like stone, brick, or slate.
  • Exposed Aggregate A textured, high-grip finish that holds up on a slope.
  • Decorative Borders Banding and border details that frame the driveway and the entry.
OUR APPROACH

How Novara Builds Driveways in Tiburon

  1. Site Evaluation and Grading

    We walk the site, read the grade, and check soil and drainage on your Tiburon lot before any design work begins.

  2. 3D Design and Estimate

    You see the finished driveway in a full 3D rendering with layout and material, plus a written estimate.

  3. Base Prep and Install

    We handle excavation, compaction, base, and drainage, then install the paver, concrete, or stamped surface with our own crew.

  4. Cure and Final Walkthrough

    We let the surface set, walk the finished driveway with you, and activate the two-year warranty.

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Real Reviews from Marin and Sonoma County Homeowners

Every Mill Valley project we build comes with a story. Here is what our clients say in their own words.

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C Meyers
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Esteban and Stephen totally understood my vision for an entire redesign of my backyard. And rather then have to wait for it to come together in 2-4 weeks, they were able to start right away due to another client having to reschedule. On day one the crew had demolished my "old tired" yard with undesirable plants and hedges removed. Day two began the new vison and within 5 days the entire project was completed beautifully! I'm very satisfied with Novara Landscape and have already begun planning my next project.
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Shirley Churchill
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I was very pleased with the quality of the workmanship of the crew of Novara Landscape & Construction. The crew were very polite and hard working. My project turned out perfectly as I wanted. The project was done very efficiently.
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I had a truly wonderful experience with Novara. I hired them after carefully reviewing several companies in my area to transform my empty rectangular dirt-filled yard into an expensive looking sanctuary and garden. Novara brought my vision of a porcelain paver landing with inset lights, a porcelain paved patio with pergola, decomposed granite, trees, plants and irrigation to life in spectacular fashion! Quickly, professionally and with results that exceeded my expectations. Stephen Garcia and his crew went above and beyond in executing my desires. He spent lots of time answering my questions, looking at tiles, talking to me about every step. His crew had an amazing work ethic and were there early every day, working full long days in the heat. Their work was seamless. From plantings to pouring concrete, they took care to add gopher wire, rebar, and lots of things lesser companies don’t consider. The joints on the tiles were lined up, grouting was perfect, plants are flourishing. I cannot recommend Novara enough!
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Melissa Hannan
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I am very satisfied with weekly landscaping maintenance service I have received from Novara. The owner, Steven Garcia is accessible and quick to reply to any questions I might have. You can’t go wrong with Novara!
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Judy Woosnam
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I highly recommend Novara Landscape and Construction for landscape construction and site improvement services. Throughout their work, Novara demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and a strong commitment to quality from start to finish. I am a homeowner in San Rafael and a gardener, so this project was very important to me having purchased the home in 2025 with a backyard in extremely poor condition. Both the owners, Steven and Esteban, as well as their team, made this project a real pleasure. As a commercial property manager, I have worked with numbers of contractors and Novara gets high marks for their performance which makes them stand out! Novara performed removal of significant old tree root structures and damaged hardscape, installation of a drainage system, hardscape installation including a very attractive colored concrete and tumbled brick, as well as the irrigation and planting of my softscape plan. They performed each phase of this project with great attention to detail and coordination which resulted in an efficient, and well-organized job site. Their grading/drainage work was just what I needed to prevent water damage to my home’s foundation. The concrete installation was well executed and finished professionally. In addition, the irrigation and planting installation reflected both gardening knowledge and care, resulting in a wonderful foundation for my new garden. What stood out most was their responsiveness, the willingness to explore options to stay within my budget and their construction expertise. Additionally, I appreciated the professional estimates and contract format that provided clear and detailed specifications. Based on my experience, I would confidently recommend Novara Landscape and Construction to anyone seeking a capable and trustworthy contractor for grading, drainage work, hardscape and softscape installation and the necessary irrigation for a successful landscape project.
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Archie Hughes
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The team is a delight to work with—high attention to detail and consistently quality work. Esteban’s positive, charming personality is what led me to choose Novara Landscape & Construction. I’m big on first impressions, and I could immediately tell Esteban was someone I could trust. Worth every penny.
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Novara has been providing taking care of our lawn and landscape for nearly 2 years. Their crew arrives on time and does an excellent job. They are easy to talk to and remember what needs to be done if I'm not there. Steve and Esteban are easy to reach and available to answer any questions I have. I recommend Novara to anyone looking for high quality, reliable service at a reasonable price.
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I connected with Novara on a Tues and they came out the very next day on Weds to look at my yard and discuss what I was looking for. I wanted to install privacy trees in my yard and some accent brush. They provided a thorough proposal and some different evergreen privacy tree recommendations within a couple days turnaround, and then completed the entire job the following Friday (10 days from initial outreach)! Throughout the process they were extremely communicative and proactive. During the day of install, they removed all existing weeds complimentarily, and helped install a new irrigation valve at discount after we determined we couldn't access my existing HOA one. Their prices were incredibly reasonable, and I was so impressed with the results. My sister has already reached out to them to request the same work at her house after hearing my experience :)
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"Incredible transformation! Steven and his team were professional, efficient, and exceptionally creative. They took an overgrown mess and turned it into a stunning, usable outdoor retreat. Steven has a gift for seeing the potential in a space that others might miss. Highly recommended for anyone needing top-tier landscaping and design."
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It was a pleasure working with Novara Landscaping. On time, on budget, totally professional. Justin : )
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BUILT BY EXPERTS

Why Tiburon Homeowners Trust Novara for Their Driveway

EXPERIENCE

28+ Years

Building since 1998

EXPERTISE

In-House Crew

Every trade, one team

AUTHORITY

Licensed C-27

#1134876 California

TRUST

2-Year Warranty

On every build

Choosing a driveway contractor in Tiburon, CA is not a small decision, because on these graded ridgeline and bay-view lots the driveway is a real investment that has to hold the slope and shed water for decades. The homeowners who hire us are done with cracked, settling surfaces and want one experienced team to get it right the first time. We have built across Marin since 1998, we design every driveway in 3D so you approve the exact layout and material before we break ground, and we build it with our own crew rather than handing your property to a sub. We hold California C-27 license number 1134876, we plan the excavation, base, and drainage that these clay-heavy Tiburon lots demand, and we back the finished driveway with a two-year workmanship warranty. That is the difference between a driveway that looks good for a season and one that holds its line for the long run.

SERVICE AREA

Serving Tiburon and Marin County

Novara designs and builds across Tiburon and the surrounding Marin County communities. See everything we offer in your area.

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COMMON QUESTIONS

Tiburon Driveway FAQ

What driveway materials do you install in Tiburon?

Pavers, poured concrete, and stamped concrete. On Tiburon lots we match the material to the grade, the drainage, and the look of the home.

Can you build a driveway on a steep Tiburon lot?

Yes. Most Tiburon lots are graded. We cut, base, and grade the driveway to hold the slope and build in drainage that moves water off the surface. On steep grade we pair it with retaining walls where needed.

Why does drainage matter on a driveway?

Water is what breaks a driveway down. On a graded Tiburon lot, runoff has to be moved off the surface and away from the home. We build in the grading and drainage from the start so the driveway lasts and does not send water where it should not go.

How long does a Tiburon driveway take to build?

Most driveways run one to three weeks depending on size, grade, and material, plus cure time for concrete. We give you a clear timeline before any work starts.

Do pavers or concrete last longer near the bay?

Both last when built right. Pavers flex with the ground and are easy to repair; concrete is solid and low-maintenance. On bay-view lots we choose materials and a base built for the conditions. We walk you through the trade-offs during the design.

Do you remove the old driveway?

Yes. We handle demolition and haul-off of the existing driveway, then excavate and build a proper base before the new surface goes in.

Will heavy equipment fit on my Tiburon lot?

We plan equipment access carefully on tight ridgeline lots before the first day, and protect the routes and surfaces we plan to keep. Where machines cannot reach, we build by hand.

How do I get started on a Tiburon driveway?

Call us at (707) 494-8197 or request a free consultation. We visit your property, read the site, and follow up with a 3D design and written estimate.