What questions should you ask an asphalt driveway contractor?

<div>When hiring an asphalt paving contractor to install your driveway, ask as many questions up front as possible. Here are a few questions to ask a prospective driveway contractor:<ul><li>How many years of experience do you have?</li><li>Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?</li><li>Do you have worker’s compensation?</li><li>Do you use subcontractors on your projects?</li><li>Do you clean up after the job is done?</li><li>Who is responsible for any damage to lawn or landscaping?</li><li>Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?</li><li>Do you give free estimates?</li><li>What is the timeline for completion?</li><li>How do you handle change orders?</li><li>Can you provide at least three references?</li><li>Can I see some of the work you’ve done?</li></ul></div>

How thick should an asphalt driveway be?

<div>An asphalt driveway should be at least 3 inches thick over a compacted gravel base. Areas with poor drainage should have a thicker stone base. To <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-asphalt-driveway.htm">install a new asphalt driveway</a> over an existing driveway, the new asphalt should be at least 2 inches thick and the existing driveway should be in relatively good condition.</div>

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Reviewed in January 2023
We are very happy with the paving of our driveway by Franco's Paving. The crew arrived when they said they would, they worked hard, and with attention to detail. We were skeptical at first because some sites have negative reviews, but there are also many positive ones. The owner, Frank Gilk...
Franco's Paving and Masonry
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Reviewed in November 2020
They worked well as a team & did an outstanding job. We are extremely satisfied & have received many compliments on the job they did . Would highly recommend.
H Stanley Asphalt Paving
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Reviewed in May 2020
Was great working with H. Stanley , timely and communicated very well, made adjustments on the fly as needed, was quick and thorough with an excellent job done. Highly, Highly Recommend!
H Stanley Asphalt Paving
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Reviewed in August 2015
Went great! Provider very patient waiting for a sprinkler pipe repair to be finished before he could fill in the sinkhole and seal driveway.
H Stanley Asphalt Paving
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Reviewed in August 2014
He called and arranged time when he was coming to do estimate and came on time. He gave me estimate right there along with assessment of driveway that it needed to be dug up and replaced. Also arranged the day ( less than a week) of when he could come and gave estimate of time . He ended up ...
H Stanley Asphalt Paving
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Reviewed in May 2018
GREAT! They did a great job ... very professional, great workers ... and I'm thrilled with the end result! I would recommend them to all my family and friends!
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Reviewed in May 2015
Perfect! I received a call back the evening that I contacted them thru Angie's list. Very professional and in this business that's difficult to find. Received a call the night I sent a request through Angie's List and early the next morning received a fair and honest estimate, handshake deal,...
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Reviewed in June 2018
Rich did a fabulous job! His advice was spot on and saved us $2000 dollars. He listened to your needs & wants and then gave his professional opinion. He finished our driveway in one day and it turned out great! Thanks Rich!
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Reviewed in March 2017
Rich and his team were professional from estimate to completion of my driveway.He answered all my questions,I watched them do the driveway the way he said it would be done.I have nothing but good things to say about this company.Will use again in the future.
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Reviewed in October 2018
Rich Stanley just completed my asphalt driveway (150 x 15). The work was FAR BETTER than my expectations, exactly what I wanted and more and at a cost far less than I expected. Rich has been very easy and a pleasure to deal with for all stages of work. I HIGHLY recommend him to anyone needing...
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Asphalt driveway services FAQs

An asphalt driveway should last 25 to 30 years, depending on the type of asphalt used, the climate, how well the foundation was prepared, the type of soil under the foundation, and how well you maintain your driveway. Maintaining asphalt by filling cracks and reapplying sealer every few years can help extend the life of your asphalt driveway.

When hiring an asphalt paving contractor to install your driveway, ask as many questions up front as possible. Here are a few questions to ask a prospective driveway contractor:

How many years of experience do you have?
Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?
Do you have worker’s compensation?
Do you use subcontractors on your projects?
Do you clean up after the job is done?
Who is responsible for any damage to lawn or landscaping?
Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?
Do you give free estimates?
What is the timeline for completion?
How do you handle change orders?
Can you provide at least three references?
Can I see some of the work you’ve done?

An asphalt driveway should be at least 3 inches thick over a compacted gravel base. Areas with poor drainage should have a thicker stone base. To install a new asphalt driveway over an existing driveway, the new asphalt should be at least 2 inches thick and the existing driveway should be in relatively good condition.

An asphalt driveway costs about $7 to $15 per square foot, including labor and materials. The cost will vary depending on your location, how thick the base material is, what prep is required, the thickness of the asphalt, and the accessibility of the job site. The national average cost to install an asphalt driveway is about $4,740.

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