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Elite Concrete
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Concrete Driveways & Floors - Install- For BusinessConcrete Driveways - Install

Serving Newton, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"These guys are awesome. Sal and his team cleared sod, leveled, formed and poured a 500 square foot driveway with a retaining curb in one day. Concrete was perfectly jointed and finished. It was a pleasure doing business with Sal, and I couldn't be happier with the results."
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Response time12 hrs
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Holloway Land Restoration, LLC
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Newton, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"Paul was very efficient with both suggestions and performance. The driveway installed was completed in less time than expected even with several adjustments made. Every effort was made to insure that the driveway work was as needed and expected. Completely satisfied"
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Asphalt Driveways questions, answered by experts

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.

Depending on project size, typically 1 to 3 days, including preparation and installation.

Even with regular maintenance, most driveways don’t last much longer than 30 years. Alligator cracking is a clear warning sign that your driveway’s foundation is failing, and cracks that are deep and wide can let water in, causing more damage. Standing water is another red flag. If your driveway doesn’t drain properly, it’s going to degrade slowly. Finally, if you’re seeing dips or uneven patches, that’s a sign the base layer or soil is shifting. If these issues pop up, it’s time to replace your driveway.

To ensure you hire a reliable and experienced paving company, you should start by finding companies in your area that have at least five to ten years of experience working in your neighborhood. Next, rule out companies with poor reviews online or a series of complaints filed with the Better Business Bureau. Since driveways affect your curb appeal, you should also ask each company for references and pictures of recent work to make sure the work the company does is professional and high quality. Finally, check that the company is licensed and insured.

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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