We are a small family owned business based in Minneapolis, Minnesota since 1953. We also just received an award from the Better Business Bureau for 40 years with an A+ rating. We do all types of asphalt maintenance from patching and sealcoating too full replacement. We would like to bring our expertise to work for you. - Edgar Smith.
Business highlights
72 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Patching, replacing, repairing & hot chip seal coating.
Wonderful service with beautiful result at half the price it would cost.
Description of Work: Chip seal of asphalt driveway
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,260
Donald B.
08/2018
5.0
driveway pavers
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The work went well. The crew did a good job, and while they worked, two (maybe three) neighbors stopped to arrange for theirs to be done as well. I had done all edging and weed pulling to assure they wouldn't be slowed down. They completed the work in about an hour. They applied some type of emulsion material with squeegees, put a yellow guard strip across the driveway, cleaned up and left. We can use the driveway tomorrow morning. The company accepts personal checks and will send us an invoice for payment.
Description of Work: Driveway sealcoating
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Sheryl K.
09/2017
4.0
driveway pavers
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unknown
Description of Work: Asphalt driveway
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Fr. Thomas D.
06/2016
5.0
driveway pavers
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The crew that arrived to remove the old asphalt was hard working, all business and very polite. They had several trucks, a Bobcat, and removed all the old asphalt. They also dug down to remove the spongy clay that would prevent a good application of new asphalt, and added solid fill. They then returned on another occasion, when dry weather permitted, to put down the new asphalt. The crew trimmed the areas around the steps and garden very handsomely. Modern Roadways was a pleasure to deal with! The price was very good, and the work outstanding. I especially appreciate their attention to critical matters such as removing the clay beneath the old driveway when other contractors might have just paved over it. I highly recommend them!
Description of Work: Modern Roadways removed the old asphalt, removed the clay beneath it, added fill, and put down new asphalt.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,400
Tim B.
04/2015
4.0
driveway pavers, concrete driveways
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Went very well given unavoidable delay due to inclement weather, nothing they controlled. Just a reminder if you are looking for a complete by date, factor weather. The work site was very clean and the remainder of the property unaffected by their work..
Description of Work: Remove old driveway and apron, reinstalled driveway apron and asphalt driveway
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,700
Kathryn C.
07/2014
5.0
driveway pavers
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unknown
Description of Work: We wanted estimates for repair and sealing of our driveway. They came out promptly and gave us a fair estimate for the job. We ended up using another company, but I would not hesitate to call them again.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Judi W.
05/2014
3.0
driveway pavers, concrete driveways
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The original work was done well and in a timely manner. It is the follow up that I am having trouble with. Two months after the driveway was completed, my daughter parked on the driveway and her wheel sunk into the asphalt. I called twice to have them fill the hollow spot before winter. They said they would come but never did. I called last week to have them come and fill the indent which I believe should be an under-warranty repair. Today I received an estimate of $360 of proposed additional work. I am not happy with the way this has been handled.
Description of Work: Replaced driveway and concrete apron.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
3.0
$4,000
JAMES B.
04/2013
5.0
driveway pavers
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Bid was the lowest, salesperson down to earth and convincing, especially considering good Angie's List record.
Description of Work: Modern Roadways put in a small asphalt driveway. Salesperson was knowledgeable and pleasant, crew on time and professional. Driveway holding up fine so far.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,400
Mark S.
12/2012
5.0
driveway pavers
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Exellent company. You worry when you realize there's going to be a person spraying hot asphalt with a wand. But nothing was masked off and the operator put the hot liquid asphalt down very precisely.
Description of Work: They dug out and re-did my asphalt 2-stall garage apron and then did a hot chip seal over my entire driveway with a grey granite chip. It looks great and is holding up well.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
Christopher F.
07/2012
5.0
driveway pavers
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It went nowhere right out of the gate. The company never responded to my two requests for a quote. I'd probably use them if they were responsive and if their pricing is competitive. Update: I finally got someone on the phone, and they are supposed to come give me a quote. Ratings updated until I receive a quote.
Description of Work: They never responded to two separate quote requests for some work on my sloped driveway. However, I did finally get someone on the phone, so we'll see what happens. Rating has been upgraded.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Joe M.
09/2011
5.0
driveway pavers, concrete driveways
+ 0 more
Modern Roadways responded immediately to my request for an estimate for the work to be completed. The estimate arrived in the mail on or near the day promised and the work began shortly thereafter. The crew that installed the driveway addition was very professional and meticulous in laying the asphalt. The workmanship and attention to detail was outstanding. After the work was completed, the owner of the company stopped by to check the work and asked about our satisfaction with the workmanship. I have used Modern Roadways on another project which also was done extremely well. If I had another project, I would hire them again.
Description of Work: Added additional driveway space to the driveway to make parking and turning safer for entry into the main roadway.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100
Peter W.
07/2011
5.0
driveway pavers
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I researched, and researched 15 companies to get my driveway done right. Modern Roadways came in with the lowest bid (significantly less!) and, I believe, gave me the best possible product. DO NOT get your driveway done without including these guys in the bidding process. You may be amazed. I am 100% satisfied and have shared their name with many, many people, They use a very large machine to lay the asphalt (like they use on the roads) which compresses the asphalt under much higher pressure, meaning that they use more asphalt on the job.
Description of Work: They tore out my old driveway (4 layers!), added lots of crushed limestone and installed new asphalt. They also extended my driveway considerably on the sides.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,700
jim M.
06/2011
5.0
driveway pavers
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Modern Roadways Co Asphalt Got 2 estimates and they cost the less.
Description of Work: Modern Roadways Co Asphalt Black topped our driveway.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Jerry P.
09/2009
5.0
driveway pavers
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It took a few days to get the quote out to me. After I had questions, and decided to make some changes, another estimate was mailed to me. The estimator was informative. Scheduling the job was no problem. The job was neatly done and it was done on time.
Description of Work: The company installed an asphalt approach from the street to my driveway, an area about 8' x 16'.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
David S.
10/2008
5.0
driveway pavers
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The representative for Modern Roadway came out and based on my specifications for the bid (communicated over the phone) wrote and mailed a bid to me. I received the estimate along with materials explaining the types of materials that they utilize. In the end, I hired a different contractor from Angie's List.
Description of Work: ESTIMATE ONLY. I contacted Modern Roadway for an estimate to remove and replace my asphalt driveway; widening the driveway by two feet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
PATRICIA J.
10/2008
5.0
driveway pavers
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When asked how old driveway was I thought 1989. All estimators didn't think that was right. I went back through my records & discovered indeed they were right. It had been redone in 2001 & I had a 10 year guarantee against break-up. Called them & they repaired the area. These people supplied me much info on driveway installation, repair & care. Really impressed me. Great job.
Description of Work: Driveway repair.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Linda & Mike L.
09/2008
4.0
driveway pavers
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It was a good experience. The workers were really good to work with, very nice and polite. The owner was really easy to work with also. They left a little bit of a mess in the public area, but they were so much cheaper than anyone else and the owner came at the end to check the job himself.
Description of Work: They came out and tore out our old driveway and put in a new one.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,200
MELISSA L.
06/2008
3.0
driveway pavers
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This took maybe an hour or less. The price was good. They put down too much gravel. I've already had to take 2 wheelbarrows of gravel off and find a place to dump it. They said we'd be able to sweep the excess off, but there is too much.
Description of Work: They resealed our asphalt driveway.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
$350
TOMO L.
09/2007
5.0
driveway pavers
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I was lucky that someone else got delayed, so they could do my job the very next day. It looks great and he widened the narrow spots. We got several bids and most of them wanted to rip out everything and start over, but I did not want to pay for that. The Modern Roadways bid was quite a bit lower than the other two, but I have no reason to think I got anything but a good deal. We will see what it looks like in a few year, but so far, it is stunning and beautiful.
Description of Work: My driveway was over 20 years old and crumbling. In the winter, it was very hard to plow because of the ruts. It was also a little narrow in some places and guests sometimes went off the road.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,430
Molly W.
07/2007
5.0
driveway pavers
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They answered my questions when I called to inquire, sent out someone to do an estimate the next day, and sent me a written estimate by mail. Their bid was considerably less than others that I called. They did the work just 4 days later. The driveway looks great! Great service and a great product.
Description of Work: They removed my asphalt driveway and put in a new one (17' x 17').
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,060
TAYLOR P.
07/2007
4.0
driveway pavers
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Call for an estimate taken by live operator and estimate received in mail two business days later. Bid was very thorough and gave detailed list of the high-quality materials that would be used. Would have taken their offer, but bid was outside our budget range. But the expertise and experience impressed most of the three bids we received for the project, so Modern Roadway will be in the bidding for when the driveway will need replacement.
Description of Work: Estimate for crack filling, hole patching, and seal coating 780 square feet driveway.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$370
Peter H.
10/2006
5.0
driveway pavers
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We had a great experience with Modern Roadway. They were quick to return all phone calls. Since we had some flexibility on timing, they were able to start on the job within a week of when we accepted their quotation. Of the companies I talked with, they were by far the best at answering questions and offering detailed advice for how to preserve the driveway. They were also most convincing about what material choices they were making, and what the trade-offs were. The crew that did the job was very careful and thorough, and were willing to make minor changes without haggling about cost. My neighbor who is in a related business commented, "Those guys are really spending the time to do this right". It was a difficult job, but we ended up with a driveway that is sculpted to keep water away from the house and out of the neighbor's yard. The first rains confirmed that the water is moved effectively to the street and back yard. Modern Roadways comes with our highest recommendation.
Description of Work: Modern Roadway removed our old asphalt driveway and put in a new one.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,700
JEANNE G.
10/2006
5.0
driveway pavers
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Owner arrived as scheduled and he explained everything to my satisfaction. My timeframe was short, and I decided not to do any work until the spring when I will have more time to access the situation.
Description of Work: Did not do any work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
KAREN S.
09/2006
5.0
driveway pavers
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I found Modern Roadways' Ed Smith easy to work with and quite experienced. He used the existing base, which saved us time and money. Our city requires contractors to be bonded and licensed here for a fee, which Modern Roadways already had obtained, saving us time.
Description of Work: Removed old asphalt, excavated additional area on wither side of driveway, used existing base and added where needed, filled and patched a hole with a new liner at garage and paved approximately 1700 sq. ft. They also excavated extra footage on a hill next to my driveway to facilitate easier landscaping for me at no extra charge. They were also willing to move existing sod and soil for me to another part of my yard, but it turned out to be clay and not worth keeping.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,200
LISA T.
08/2005
5.0
driveway pavers
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ONLY ONE THAT OFFERED A FULL GRADED OIL COATING.
Description of Work: SEAL COATED A PARKING LOT 60X60.
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Service Categories
Asphalt Driveways,
Concrete Driveways
FAQ
Modern Roadways Co Asphalt is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Modern Roadways Co Asphalt accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, Modern Roadways Co Asphalt offers free project estimates.
No, Modern Roadways Co Asphalt does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Modern Roadways Co Asphalt does not offer a senior discount.
No, Modern Roadways Co Asphalt does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Modern Roadways Co Asphalt offers warranties.
Modern Roadways Co Asphalt offers the following services: Patching, replacing, repairing & hot chip seal coating.