"Update: We hired Eddie again to install a horizontal privacy fence. Eddie is a joy to work with. He is honest, communicative, and goes above and beyond in the execution of his projects. This project required his crew to remove existing chainlink fence and clear out overgrown trees and shrubbery in addition to the install. I am beyond pleased by the results. Eddie will be my go to for all upcoming projects. Driveway: Eddie and his crew delivered a great driveway addition for us. They even fixed the water flow issue we were having at the base of our driveway. Price was very reasonable and the quality was top notch."
"Very professional. Completed the job fast. Exterior paint turned out better than I imagined. I love my deck and driveway. I will hire them again. I’d never use anyone else."
We have the experience and are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Heritage Masonry strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction
"It was awesome. They were very professional. The driveway looked great. I was pleased with them. I have no problems at all. They did a good job on the driveway."
"My town has used smith for several local projects within the past four years, and have always had quality results, reasonable pricing, and easy communication. We have enjoyed working with Smith."
"RocketCrete Huntsville did a driveway repair/expansion for me and they did an exceptional job. They are quick, detailed, and very skilled at concrete jobs. The clean up and finished product was top notch and the owner as well as the workers were friendly and very professional. I will definitely be using RocketCrete Huntsville for any concrete jobs I need done in the future!"
Many asphalt companies have experience with tar and chip paving, but not all. The process is unique enough—and not incredibly common enough—that you may have to look around for a tar and chip specialist. However, speaking with a driveway company is a great place to start, especially if they have experience with multiple materials.
Yes, with colored finishes and decorative stamping for a personalized touch.
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?
At a depth of two inches, a ton of asphalt covers around 80 to 100 square feet. However, the thicker the asphalt, the less surface area it will cover. That’s why measuring correctly is essential when estimating asphalt needs and costs to ensure you get enough material to cover your entire driveway, patio, or other asphalt surface.
While blacktop is a type of asphalt, the terms should not be used interchangeably, as not all asphalt qualifies as blacktop. The primary differences are in their composition, production process, and ideal applications. Blacktop contains more stone than other types of asphalt and is heated to a higher temperature during production—300°F or more—while hot-mix asphalt is heated to between 275°F and 300°F. The ratio of bitumen (a tar-like crude oil) is a key differentiator, though sources vary: some state blacktop has less bitumen, making it less durable, while others claim it has a higher ratio. Due to these differences, asphalt is generally more durable and better for high-traffic areas like highways and streets, while blacktop is more suitable for playgrounds and residential driveways. For a driveway project, it is best to consult a professional to determine the most appropriate material.
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