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Performance Coatings Asphalt
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Serving Marvell, AR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a good job on the sealing. On time, and cleaned up well. They also came back promptly to do a little extra sealing in worn spots because of heavy traffic there."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by75%of homeowners
Precision Seal Coating and Striping
New to Angi

Serving Marvell, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that\nwe provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship\nand complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. \nIn order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers,\nwe take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large\nor small the job.

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Response time1 day
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Tony's Paving
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Serving Marvell, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I’ve hired Tonys Paving on numerous occasions! Tony and his crew is a great company, they do exactly what they say they’ll do. I will definitely hire them again when the necessity arises!"
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Bradshaw Enterprises
New to Angi

Serving Marvell, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Bradshaw Enterprises serves homeowners and commercial customers in southwest Tennessee, northwest Mississippi, and northeast Arkansas for interior & exterior painting; all forms of concrete services including driveways, patios, retaining walls, foundations; asphalt roofing replacements; and drywall installation. Please call for references, to arrange a FREE ESTIMATE, or for consultation on your project. Thank you for choosing Bradshaw Enterprises! \n Warmest regards, \nEarnestine Bradshaw, Owner

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Asphalt Driveways questions, answered by experts

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.

New asphalt typically needs 24 to 72 hours to dry before it can handle light foot traffic and careful driving. Although it may appear solid after a few days, the full curing process, where the asphalt reaches its peak strength, takes much longer—generally from 30 days to a year.

During this extended curing time, the surface remains relatively soft and can be damaged by heavy vehicles, sharp objects, or high temperatures. To protect your investment, it's best to avoid parking heavy machinery on the asphalt until it has fully cured.

The exact time required for drying and curing depends on several factors, including the weather, the specific asphalt mix, and its thickness. For the most accurate advice tailored to your situation, consult with your asphalt contractor.

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.

Chip seal layers gravel and a liquid bitumen one at a time on-site, while asphalt directly pours a pre-combined mixture. Asphalt must be sealed, but it will last up to four times as long as chip seal driveways. Aesthetically, chip seal has a natural, rustic look compared to the traditional asphalt slab.

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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