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 June 2023
Amir did an excellent job on one of my driveways. He made it look brand new. Very professional and courteous. I will be hiring him again for some of my rentals, and recommend him to anyone that wants things done the right way. Wish more contractors were like him! Incredible young man!
Elite Grout
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Reviewed in September 2007
Mr. Ernest Stanley came to give us an estimate. He was very professional and extremely kind. We are very happy with the quality of work, workmen, workmanship, and the product Mr. Stanley provided. We will certainly use E. Stanley Asphalt Paving again.
E Stanley Asphalt Paving
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Reviewed in March 2011
They do a good job and I have no issues with them. We've used them in the past and I'll probably use them this year. They do a very good job of cleaning up after they're done. They always make sure that we're pleased with the work that they do. I think they are pretty reasonably priced.
American Services of TN, LLC.
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Reviewed in March 2014
Elias contacted me within a few hours of my leaving him a voicemail requesting a quote. He was very professional and clearly explained the process, so I scheduled an appointment to meet. He arrived on time, listened to my explanation of work needed, and offered options for what he could do to...
Gables Pressure Cleaning & Painting
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Reviewed in April 2022
Louie has done 2 regular type driveways and one drive way that was 20ft wide 1000ft long with parking spots for 5 duplexes. His work is exceptional, and he did everything that he said that he would do in a very timely manner. Highly recommend Louie and his crew.
Louie's Paving
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Reviewed in October 2021
Ronnie and Team did not disappoint. Extremely Professional and do Quality Work. Team showed up as scheduled and completed the work timely. Family Owned and take pride in what they do. You cant go wrong with Tucker Paving !
Tuckers Paving
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Reviewed in June 2007
We are very pleased with the work Southern Sealing did on our driveway. There was one place they had missed on a hollow place and they came right back to get it done. The guys who came out were all pleasant and hard working. We feel their price was very fair considering the extent of the work...
SOUTHERN SEALING & STRIPING CO
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Reviewed in June 2007
Chris and his employees did a wonderful job and we were extremely pleased with the outcome of both projects. He first came out to look at the driveway and the deck and to give us an estimate. Then he came back on the scheduled date to do the driveway. He then started work on the deck which took...
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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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