How long does it take to build a driveway?

• <div><p>While the specific timeline for building a driveway can vary based on driveway length and local weather conditions, the average concrete driveway can require several days to lay down all of the different <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/driveway-terms-know.htm">parts of the driveway</a>. The curing process may require you to avoid using your driveway for a week following construction. Heavier vehicles should be kept off of a new concrete driveway for several weeks. Building a gravel driveway may take just one to two days in total.</p></div>

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Q: How long or wide does a private road need to be?

• <div><p>Your city or county will have guidelines about the minimum and maximum width and length of private roads. The average private road is 12 feet wide, and length, of course, depends on your property. Requirements also depend on the amount of traffic and types of vehicles your road experiences. Check with local ordinances before planning a road on your property.</p></div>

Q: Do you need a permit to build your own driveway?

• <div><p>The answer to whether or not you need to get a permit before you start your driveway can vary widely based on local ordinances and the scope of your <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/driveway-ideas.htm">driveway ideas</a>. In most urban and suburban areas, a permit is needed before building a new driveway to ensure that a homeowner is using safe materials and proper drainage practices while designing and constructing a new driveway. In some rural areas, a homeowner may not be required to apply for a permit. When building a new driveway on your own, always check with your local building department to see if you need to request a permit. When hiring a driveway contractor, verify that the right permits are being used before driveway construction begins.</p></div>

Q: What is an ideal driveway gradient?

• <div><p>An ideal driveway gradient is between 2% and 5%. Anything lower than 1% or higher than 15% can cause problems for your car or property. A driveway with less than a 1% slope increases your likelihood of flooding and water damage, while a driveway with a 15% grade or higher can be too steep for safe traveling.</p></div>

Q: What adds more value: pavers or concrete?

• <div><p>A paver patio will add more value than a concrete patio. Pavers are a more commonly preferred option from an aesthetic and longevity point of view, so most buyers will be willing to pay more for a paver patio than they would for a concrete one. Pavers also don&rsquo;t require a permanent foundation, so they won&rsquo;t increase your property taxes. Buyers also prefer lower property taxes, so that will play into the ROI you&rsquo;ll see, too. </p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2023
Excellent work. Timely, very professional. We have used their services many times. All of the equipment necessary to get the job done. Great price. Very pleased. Highly recommend. We will definitely be using his services in the future.
McCord Rock Landscaping & Design
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Reviewed in August 2023
Excellent work yielded excellent results. Vinny and the crew were very professional and courteous during the transformation of our backyard. They did everything we asked of them and they had some great suggestions as they fine tuned our plan. I highly recommend Sunrise Coast if you want great...
Sunrise Coast LLC
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Reviewed in September 2013
Once we were able to get started he did the job in a timely manner. Very neat and cleaned up after job. Weather was our big holdup.
Dirty Heath's Bobcat/Excavator
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Reviewed in November 2013
They worked on my yard for the entire month of May with sometimes a crew of over 8 people. They were amazing to work with and did not damage anything and preserved everything I wanted to keep. They did everything they said they would do.
HILL TOP LANDSCAPING
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Reviewed in July 2016
Grant, the owner, was wonderful to work with! He checked in with me as the job progressed, it was started when he said it was going to be and done in the time frame he gave us. I could reach him any time and he was very patient with all the questions and mid project changes I made. He was very...
Gardner Landscaping LLC
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Reviewed in December 2013
Overall, the job went very well. They were punctual and professional with their work. WE are very pleased with the patio and would recommend them. The owner. Randy, could be better organized, but this was not an issue with the job.
Backyard Paradise LLC
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Reviewed in May 2013
Some gutter drains were rerouted. They were not properly done and contractor was called to correct errors. About ninty percent of retaining wall was fine, but the last few rows were sloppy. We had to have them redo a section, and it is still poorly done. We will redo the section ourselves. The...
MURPHY BROTHERS NURSERY
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Reviewed in June 2011
THEY WERE FAST AND GOT THE JOB DONE AS WELL AS NICE TO MY AUNT.SHE IS ONE WHO IS HARD TO PLEASE SO I KNOW THEY HAD TO BE A FAIRLY GOOD LAWN SERVICE
D & J LAWN CARE
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Reviewed in October 2011
They do a good job overall when they focus but this focus seldom happens. Crews on my projects did not appear to have a person in charge or if someone was in charge that person could not lead. There is a dearth of Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance(QA) that led to incomplete projects and...
Turf Tamer Inc
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