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 November 2013
H.Stanley returned my call next morning and showed up couple hours later to look at job and give est. Very impressive. They showed up on time to do work this week and did great looking job. My driveway has been ratty old stone for many years and now looks great!!! The price was good and the guys...
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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 August 2017
They came out and gave me a written proposal on the same day that I called. The total was significantly less than the next lowest bidder (we had gotten three bids). They were available to do the work one day earlier than expected, and knocked out the job on a single day. Beautiful job.
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Reviewed in February 2020
Rich and his team showed up on time, got right to work, worked diligently and organized. All communication between H Stanley and me/my wife was speedy and courteous. His team is extremely professional, does quality work, and I would 1000% hire them for another job.
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Reviewed in April 2015
Rich and his crew were very professional, efficient and courteous. The job was done in a couple of hours and the finished product looked great! I would highly recommend H Stanley Paving for any of your asphalt needs.
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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.
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Reviewed in September 2018
Rich showed up when he said. Prepared driveway and laid down 2” of asphalt. Looks beautiful. Will be calling him in the spring to seal. Great job
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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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