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 2024
This company took the time to explain everything to me and completely exceeded my needs and wants. Thank y’all so much!
ARROW PAVING CO
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Reviewed in January 2024
They are so professional and they do quality work. I would recommend them to anyone that I know. If there was 10 star I would click that.
Asphalt and Concrete Repair INC
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Reviewed in January 2024
The best people to work with. We are very pleased with the completed work. I will definitely use them again! We are so glad I found them.
Asphalt and Concrete Repair INC
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Reviewed in January 2024
Always a great experience working with Matt and his team. Quality work and competitive pricing. Highly recommended
Asphalt and Concrete Repair INC
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Reviewed in January 2024
Asphalt and Concrete Repair always does fantastic work for us. They are quick to respond, do quality work, and cleanup after they are done. I always know work will be done correctly the first time when I hire Asphalt and Concrete Repair.
Asphalt and Concrete Repair INC
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Reviewed in October 2024
Daniel came and did my driveway on November 2023 , a 6 months later called him about driveway starting to cumble up at places, he told me it needed to be sealed, he make me a price on it ever time I call him says he is coming, but he is not a man of his word, I finally gave up on him and got...
Pro Paving
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Reviewed in November 2024
Do NOT hire these people if you want any kind of documentation. The work was fine and the crew was great. Once the work was done I asked for a receipt and Daniel said he was busy and I will get it once he was done. I have called repeatedly and was blown off every time. It has been over a month...
Pro Paving
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Reviewed in March 2020
My experience with O’Neil paving was absolutely outstanding. Pricing was very competitive and work performed was excellent. It was truly one of the most pleasant experiences in the entire build of my house. Thanks Tom for a job well done.
O'NEIL'S PAVING INC
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Reviewed in October 2013
It went very well. When I called to get an estimate they came out right away. I contacted Tom when I was ready to do the job, but asked them to stop by before doing the job so I could have a complete understanding of what would be done. Tom scheduled time to come out. I met them at the homes...
O'NEIL'S PAVING INC
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Reviewed in May 2015
They were on time and professional. The owners did the work and took the time to help me understand the process. I love that they are two brothers who now run the business with their dad. They take a lot of pride in their work and kept at it until we were satisfied with how the water would...
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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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