.png)
.png){kind=small}
RURAL DRIVEWAYS & ACCESS TRACKS
Built to your requirements, functionality & budget
One Call Covers The Lot !
Your driveway is the first thing visitors see and the one part of your property you use every single day. We're Mark & Pam — owner-operators building and repairing driveways & access tracks for rural & acreage properties across the Lockyer Valley and Somerset since 2006. From earthworks to supply & delivery of materials; from the first site walk to the final rake-over — communicating & working with you every step of the way. It's what we do!
What We Build
New Gravel & Road Base Driveways
Durable, easy to maintain, all-weather access to your home and shed site. Limited only by your imagination, it can feature a balance of both practical and aesthetic elements. We build to suit your specific site conditions, vision & individual needs!
Property Access Roads & Tracks
Practical, year-round access to sheds, paddocks & stockyards, making your land more functional — aiding in land management & maintenance, bushfire reduction & improved emergency vehicle access, whilst adding increased value to your property all at the same time!
Rock Creek Crossings & Fords
Helping to provide solid, flood-resistant crossings that let you get in and out year-round.
Driveway Drainage
Table drains, culverts & spoon drains to divert storm water away from your driveway.
Flood & Storm Repairs
Repairing & maintaining storm and flood damaged driveways & access tracks in the Lockyer Valley & Somerset since 2006.
How It Works
1. Call, Message Us Or Fill Out Our Online Form
Tell us roughly what you're after.
2. Free Site Visit
We touch base with you within 1 business day to make a suitable time for Mark to come out & meet up with you to walk the site and discuss your options.
3. Estimate Of Costs
We give you an estimate of costs working on a worst case / best case price range rather than a set quote. This way you pay for what you use and not an inflated price.
4. We Do The Work
From the very first contact to the final tidy up. Being owner-operators we handle every step ourselves. We work with you from start to finish to help achieve the result you envision. No middle man = no confusion!
5. Completion Of Works
We take pride in what we do. We don't load a machine until we know you're happy!
Why Rippa Tippa
Owner-Operators Since 2006
19+ years proudly servicing the Lockyer Valley & Somerset region.
One-Stop Shop
Our combo comprising a 14-tonne excavator, 6-tonne skid steer and truck & dog means we supply and cart our own quarry materials. No waiting on third-party deliveries. We maintain quality control over our workmanship — everything done in-house, allowing for straightforward communication & efficient completion of works.
Local Materials
We supply & deliver a variety of quality materials, from organic soils to quality road bases, gravels, decorative stone, sandstone & concrete blocks, locally sourced from Lockyer Valley and Somerset suppliers.
We Answer Our Phone
You deal with the same two people from start to finish.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a gravel or road base driveway cost in the Lockyer Valley?
Cost depends on many factors including the length & width of your driveway, site conditions and drainage, so every job is priced individually. The site walk and estimate of costs are free. We will always listen to what your needs are and discuss your options with you on site.
Do I need council approval for a new driveway or crossover?
If your driveway connects to a council road, the crossover section (from the road to your boundary) usually needs approval from Lockyer Valley or Somerset Regional Council. We can advise you on how to go about applying for approval.
What's the best material for a rural driveway?
We believe a good quality gravel or road base containing fines — allowing for good compaction — helps to shed water & handles regular use of heavy vehicles and machinery. We will discuss all your options when we meet up.
Can you fix my existing driveway or does it need a full rebuild?
Whether we repair or rebuild your existing driveway will depend on many factors! We will discuss all options with you.
How long does a driveway take to build?
This will vary on how much work is actually involved. This can be one of the many things we discuss with you when we meet up on site.
Which areas do you service?
We're based at Kensington Grove and cover the whole Lockyer Valley and Somerset regions — not just the bigger towns. We regularly work around Blenheim, Forest Hill, Mulgowie, Morton Vale, Spring Creek, Mt Berryman, Laidley South, Glenore Grove, Prenzlau, Coominya, Mount Hallen and out to Esk and Toogoolawah. If you're not sure whether we come out your way, just give us a call — chances are we have already done work in your area!
