The Original Driveway Design

Took out old asphalt driveway and put in new expanded asphalt driveway. I went very well and smoothely

Randy Johnson the sales rep met with us at first to listen to our needs and suggest possible design solutions. Once a design had been approved [by us], we got on the schedule for work (we didn't wait that long). All the workers were on time and professional. When the guides for the cement stairs were in place, Randy double checked that all was as we envisioned (same for the driveway). The work was done quickly and professionally and it looks great. After each step Randy stopped by to check the work and to make sure we were satisfied with everything.

Arrived on time. The demo work was completed before arrival of cement truck. Before pouring the concrete a good aggregate layer was installed for proper installation. (1) worker stayed until the concrete dried adequately to accommodate proper leveled finish - we have leaky gutters that kept dripping on the wet concrete per the rain received the night prior. He then properly sealed the concrete. everyone was friendly, answered wife's and my questions. The project looks great! Would recommend to anyone.

I chose 3 companies to interview and provide estimates on the work we needed done. The Original Driveway Design's owner, Randy Johnson, arrived at my door with helpful information about asphalt and cement, suggestions on how to resolve water issues and an unmistakable pride in his work and the people who work for him. I prefer using locally owned and family companies and I was impressed with what Randy had to offer. I received calls from the office telling me when the guys were on their way. They arrived on time and on schedule. The guys were employed by The Original Driveway Design; they were not subcontractors. They arrived in trucks displaying the company logo so I knew who they were before I opened the door. They were all polite, respectful and willing to answer questions. I took pictures and video though out the process. I am sure I made them crazy but they did not say a word. One of them even turned around and smiled for me. They were careful not to disturb our landscaping. They asked me to check the framing for out sidewalk to be sure it was exactly what I wanted. Then they changed it for me. They worked together like a choreographed ballet, each knowing what to do next without having to talk with one another. The same guys showed up for all the different stages; to rip out the old driveway, to pour the new asphalt, to pour the cement and then again for the seal coating. I began to recognize and trust them. Randy, the owner, showed up to personally do the grading work and came back to work with his guys to lay the driveway. They worked hard together and laughed a little. They all seemed to have the same sense of pride that I saw in Randy that first day I met him. I would recommend The Original Driveway Design to my friends and family. Actually, I already have!

Driveway Design did a wonderful job on our business' parking lot. They dug out and repaved with thicker asphalt a problem area of the parking lot that other companies wanted to do major reconstruction on at a much higher cost. Randy Johnson came out and measured the grade and said it just needed thicker asphalt to withstand the trucks at the dock. They were timely and professional, finished the job in the time and for the cost stated without overruns of cost. They were tidy and left the lot as clean as they found it. The owner oversaw the entire job personally. We would definitely use them again.

I logged into Angie's list to get a number of providers for replacing my aging driveway. I was selling my house in Crystal and needed to get the job completed in a very short period of time to satisfy the maintenance codes in the city of Crystal. I had a total of five vendors come out and give me quotes. By far Randy from Driveway Design led the group. He was able to assess and quote me on the day I called. I learned he was originally from the area and that his company had recently completed another driveway a few blocks from my house. He did not oversell but just explained what needed to be done and his estimate was very fair. He provided a binder full of previous jobs he had completed and useful information that helped me make my decision to chose Driveway Design. Within a week he had removed the old driveway and graded it appropriately. He understood my timelines as I was literally closing on my house within 3 weeks and wanted the buyer to be able to drive up to their new house and be able to move in furniture and their belongings. With an 18% up front payment and final payment on the date the driveways was poured was acceptable. I would not hesitate to utilize this company again. They really came through for me and contacted the city to ensure the lien was removed in time for the city inspection and in time for my closing. The driveway looked great and was exactly what we had agreed to. Thanks for your attention.

We had an existing concrete pad roughly 20' x 30' with an old loose basketball goal on one end on our 20+ year old house. Randy was very knowledgeable and straightforward during the entire process. We are very pleased with the overall timeliness and professionalism of his entire crew. They removed a small section of old concrete during the process so the finished section would be more aesthetically pleasing. The crew was very speedy yet meticulous as this was near the house and a transition area to a long asphalt driveway. It was easy to see their professionalism in other areas as well when the original form and leveling strings were either bumped or not put back quite right after the excavation, the project was purposely halted, and almost completely redone to ensure it was correct. This was unnoticed by me, but I was impressed with their explanation and willingness to not just "get it done" with a quick band aid type solution. They actually switched between their form and excavation crew that day to redo some of the work, and although it may have slowed up the actual pour by a couple days, I was very pleased to have it done the right way. I highly recommend The Original Driveway Design team. One additional note was a comment one of my neighbors made regarding their clean and well maintained trucks and equipment. I also believe as my neighbor pointed out, "...that says a lot about their business and attention to detail."

We set up an appointment for an estimate. They were very quick to make an appointment but never showed up. I emailed to ask why they did not come and never received an answer.

Randy Johnson was the most knowledgeable blacktop representative of three contractors asked to bid a project for myself and my neighbors on either side of me. All of us had collapsing driveways that just kept sinking further over a 20-year period. Randy talked about important aspects of the job that the others did not mention. One of the most important aspects was digging out the underlying clay and laying in a deep base. It was clear that the base would form a solid base for our asphalt the first day it was in. While we driving on that base and allowing it to settle in, the concrete work was completed and it turned out great. One of the workers for my siding contractor commented on how great the concrete work turned out. He said that they didn't often see such meticulously-completed work. I agree. Now that the blacktop and concrete work are done, my neighbors and I know that we picked the right company to do our work. It was more expensive than either of the other two bids by a fair amount, but we know why now that we've experienced the great work that Randy's crews did for us. Everything was left neat and clean - not even a spot of tar on the new garage apron. This work was done by competent and caring professionals. I am very impressed.

All the work is complete and done well. Everything looks great. The new drains work, The concrete work looks good, the driveway grading looks perfect. The asphalt is now installed and it looks very good as well. Some decorative concrete was inadvertently damaged during removal of other concrete. This was completely replaced (at not cost to the homeowner), and some additional decorative work was also done. The entire project took several weeks, about 2 weeks longer than expected. This was due to homeowner scheduling and weather delays. The work crews were top notch. Everyone knew what to do without being told. The owner personally supervise and actually did some of the most exacting work. Overall, I am very pleased.

Very satisfying process. The company is responsive and professional. The work is first rate. They were not the cheapest bid, but the work is thorough and they communicate effectively.

a little slow to get bid back, but once that was received, work was done immediately and much better than I expected. Looks great!

They were very good and excellent. They were professional. They sloped our driveway correctly so we don't have piling problems anymore.

I used their services just this last fall. In fact they have to come out in the spring yet and seal the driveway still, because it was too cold at the end of the year here. We actually are widening our driveway. They did a good job. We also paid to have it sealed and when I called later in the year, I said you guys are supposed to seal the driveway still and they said yes we know. They said that it got too cold at the end of the year here, we still plan on coming out in the spring and I said okay. They said that they had about a dozen other people that are waiting to get their driveway sealed too. There was a guy, a salesman, he came out and listened to what we wanted and then he took the measurements, took the bid, completely professional and basically that was it. My sister-in-law had a stamped driveway put in by them and I think they did my father-in-law's driveway too. So we actually got the name from them, although we do use Angie's list a lot. I do not know if that is how she got the name, so we got it from her and then we have used them too. We are very happy as long as they can come out now in the spring and finish sealing the driveway. They work very quickly and efficiently.

Our experience with The Original Driveway Design was fantastic. The price was fairly comparable to other estimates that we got. Randy is obviously very knowledgeable and experienced and takes great pride in the work that they do. The crew arrived on time and worked efficiently and professionally. In the end, we were very pleased with the quality of the work and our new driveway. I would use this company again and recommend them to anyone looking to replace an asphalt driveway.

Rondy was a complete professional. He met with us to discuss job, sent a reasonable bid, and followed through exactly as he promised, and I highly recommended driveway design.

Great company to work with and quality job that well satisfied with

Mr. Randy was very helpful explaining their process. There was some ambiguity about the timing, but I know it was a small job.

Overall they did a great job. We selected them over other companies because we thought they had the best knowledge of what needed to be done in our specific situation. They definitely were not the cheapest and was actually the most expensive bid that we got, but we decided to go with them anyway and I don't really have any complaints.

Very professional. Clean up was excellent - only the beautiful driveway left behind. Our neighbor was very concerned about his grass which come to the edge of our driveway - it was edged and beautifully done to his very surprised satisfaction and ours.

Randy was professional and personable; answering our questions and explaining in detail what would be done. Although his price was a little higher than other bids, we went with him because we felt most comfortable with him and the quality of the product seemed top notch. We weren't disappointed. It took quite a bit of time between tearing out the old driveway and replacing it with the new but that was due to the wet weather early in the season. Our neighbor, who is our neighborhood watch dog, reported to us that he's never seen a crew that made sure everything was done and cleaned up to perfection.

The owner provided the estimate as well as oversaw and participated in the work. His knowledge, experience and expertise in the field was the key to hiring him and it was borne out in the success of the project. The project was made more difficult because of a maple tree adjacent to the driveway. It's mature roots had badly heaved the old driveway in numerous areas and had to be removed before the new base and asphalt could be installed. The roots were larger and far more extensive and than initially thought, but Driveway Designs worked diligently and long until they were all removed - and at no additional cost. The work proceeded and produced a first-rate driveway. I heartily recommend this company and wouldn't hesitate to use them again.

Everything went well, but their estimate was high. Thus, we went with another company.

It went very well. There were some areas that needed a creative and experienced hand and Randy Johnson was very equal to the task. He thought it through and provided exactly what we needed for the project.

Our overall experience was great. The job was completed on time and on budget and looks great.