What questions should you ask an asphalt driveway contractor?

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

How thick should an asphalt driveway be?

<div><p>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.</p></div>

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Q: How long does asphalt last?

<div><p>An <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-long-does-an-asphalt-driveway-last.htm">asphalt driveway should last 25 to 30 years</a>, 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.</p></div>

Q: What is the price per square foot of asphalt?

<div><p>An <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-asphalt-driveway.htm">asphalt driveway costs</a> about <b>$7 to $15 per square foot</b>, 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 <b>$4,740</b>. </p></div>

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Last update on April 09, 2025

Reviewed in November 2014
The whole crew was skilled and professional. It took a day and a half and the driveway has never been this good. It was fascinating watching them work.
R Ashby Templeton Paving
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Reviewed in June 2013
I called this contractor, early in May, because they sealed my driveway five years ago and I was pleased with the results. Mark called me back and scheduled an appointment for an estimate. He came out, as scheduled, a couple of days later and gave me the estimate, which was about $40 more than...
Lynchburg Asphalt Maintenance
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Reviewed in July 2011
Smooth, without surprises. Changes were made to the original estimate; Mr. Templeton promptly sent revised estimate. Mr. Templeton handled all aspects of this project professionally, friendly and prompt. Mr. Templeton was very informative throughout the project about timelines, process and how...
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Reviewed in July 2016
Short version: One of the most professional and responsive paving companies in Lynchburg. Calls/emails were returned within hours. Was able to subcontract retaining wall work and understand the vision I had for what I wanted. Paving was handled personally by him. Would hire/recommend to anyone,...
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Reviewed in September 2013
FINALLY……Someone in the driveway sealing business that does things the right way. Steve Young is an ethical businessman. He returns your phone call and prepares a professional printed estimate of what he proposes to do. In my case, he emailed the estimate to me in a pdf file. On it was a Google...
YOUNG SEALCOATING INC
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Reviewed in January 2012
11/14/11 They arrived when they said they would, did what they said and stayed on the job until it was complete at the price they quoted.
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Reviewed in September 2011
There were no problems or issues in this entire project!! Mr. Templeton phoned and was very communicative during the week that this project took. Please do not hesitate to call me for additional information on this matter.
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Reviewed in June 2013
This company was great! The communication was excellent from the beginning and various options were provided to select from including recommendations to improve the surface of our current driveway. Drive is a steep .25 miles that had been washed out with large gulleys that needed to be...
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Reviewed in November 2012
Prompt visit to site first week of October. Received quote via email within a couple days (Oct4). Immediately informed me of their schedule backlog, indicating work would likely be "mid November" if I awarded them the work, which was ok for my application as long as the weather didn't get too...
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Reviewed in June 2012
My driveway had not been seal coated for 5 years and was desperate for help. I called Young's and was surprised to have someone actually answer the phone! (first positive). Received a call back from Steve and he was able to see and describe my driveway using satellite maps. We agreed to meet in...
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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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