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Q: What material is best for a private road?

• <div><p>The material that&rsquo;s best for your private road depends on your property, the climate in your area, and your personal preferences. Gravel is an affordable option, but some homeowners don&rsquo;t like how it looks. It can be a pain to remove snow from, and it requires more ongoing maintenance than asphalt or concrete. However, while these other options require less maintenance and make snow removal a breeze, they&rsquo;re more expensive and will need repairs from time to time. Ultimately, you&rsquo;ll have to choose the road material that suits you and your property best.</p></div>

Q: Should I winterize a newly installed driveway?

• <div><p>You should contact your driveway installer before winterizing a newly installed driveway. Winterizing it before the asphalt or concrete has fully cured can damage the driveway. But in many cases, you don't need to winterize a newly installed driveway anyway since it's likely freshly sealed and won't have much damage yet. </p></div>

Q: What is the minimum angle for a driveway?

• <div><p>Driveways should be sloped with a minimum 2% slope&mdash;anything lower will cause precipitation and runoff to collect. A 2% slope is the equivalent of a 2-foot rise over 100 feet. One quick way to check the integrity of your driveway&rsquo;s slope: no more than four inches of water should collect on the surface longer than 15 minutes after rain.</p></div>

Q: How do you build a road on a slope?

• <div><p>Building a road on a slope requires careful planning and will normally require a drainage system underneath to prevent flooding and damage to the road over time. Your professional may lengthen your road to create switchbacks if the slope directly to your home is too steep, as there are regulations for maximum road slope. The drainage system will help prevent runoff from the higher side of the slope from damaging the asphalt or concrete. Keep in mind that building a road on a slope isn&rsquo;t a good DIY project, as a lot can go wrong.</p></div>

Q: Are asphalt and asphalt concrete the same?

• <div><p>Sometimes, when people talk about asphalt driveways, they&rsquo;re actually referring to asphalt concrete, which is a completely different compound. Asphalt concrete is asphaltic cement combined with sand or grit. It is significantly more lasting and durable than regular asphalt but also much more expensive. If you&rsquo;re considering using asphalt concrete, ask an <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/asphalt-companies">asphalt company</a> for their expert opinions. </p></div>

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Last update on March 30, 2025

Reviewed in March 2025
Paul Smith was great to work with. He is knowledgeable, a great craftsman and explains everything so that a layman can understand. Paul and his crew paved our entire driveway and did a good job.
Smith Paving & Maintenance
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Reviewed in January 2025
Dirt Lion exceeded all expectations. He was booked through February but squeezed me in by working into the night. His expertise in road work ca not be beat. Like most of you I do not like giving reviews , but I will go out of my way to recommend Dirt Lion to everyone and for all excavating...
Dirt Lion, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
They have all the right equipment for the job and also used hot asphalt instead of cold.They know what they are doing.
David's Affordable Asphalt
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Reviewed in August 2021
The vinyl siding, driveway and the sidewalk leading to my front door all look brand new. Very professional, respectful and all around great experience.
JK Power Spray, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2019
Chris and his crew were very professional. They covered all bushes and our driveway to protect our property. The roof is done very well.
Prime Roofing
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Reviewed in July 2017
One of the problems i have had with Home Advisor is the people just show up when ever they want to or not all. Never did get someone to do the floors, the trees, the carport, the driveway or the emergency generator. At least Rosales will come do the lawn, with enough begging.
Rosales Lawn Service
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Reviewed in April 2017
Elite Concrete, was very easy to work with. Monroe had our driveway done within a week from the time I contacted him. His work is beautiful.
Elite Concrete, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2017
Could not ask for a better crew of guys! I now have a fantastic driveway that used to be dirt and gravel. They worked into the darkness to get finished. They are always accessible for any questions you may have, even after the job is finished. I will definitely use this crew again.
Big Dog Blacktop
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Reviewed in December 2015
I was very pleased with Jim's work.I couldn't ask for a better job. Jim and his men were very meticulous with taking care of my driveway repairs. I definitely would use him again and highly recommend him.
Flagstone Concrete
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Reviewed in February 2014
Contacted Tru Cut and they gave me an estimate within 24hrs. As I requested (hoping more leaves would fall), they waited one week to do the work. We have a steep driveway with water run-off "ditches" on either side that go behind the garage and down to the lake. They cleaned the ditches, our...
Andrew's Landscaping and Lawn Maintenance
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Arkansas’Asphaltman llc

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Serving Royal, AR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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"I liked the job he did. I was perfectly satisfied with what he did. The price was fair. I liked the job he did."

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Royal, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

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"Everything went excellent. From a fast initial response, to the prep work being finished, to my driveway bring repaved. If you need your driveway paved, I would recommend VBA."

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Royal, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"He was great. He did what he said he was gonna do."

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Joshua Jeffery Seal Coat Specialist

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Serving Royal, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

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"Excellent. Joshua was professional, great customer service and quality of work was by all means Excellent. Will definitely use Joshua for my next SealCoating."

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Kannady Contracting, Inc.

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Serving Royal, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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"They have done a couple jobs for me and its always been great work."

Response time7 hrs

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Mega Movers Builders and Developers, Inc.

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Serving Royal, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

"Extremely professional, punctual, great company."

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DLC Masonry

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Serving Royal, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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Offers commercial services

DLC Masonry is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you.

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Asphalt Driveways questions, answered by experts

The material that’s best for your private road depends on your property, the climate in your area, and your personal preferences. Gravel is an affordable option, but some homeowners don’t like how it looks. It can be a pain to remove snow from, and it requires more ongoing maintenance than asphalt or concrete. However, while these other options require less maintenance and make snow removal a breeze, they’re more expensive and will need repairs from time to time. Ultimately, you’ll have to choose the road material that suits you and your property best.

You should contact your driveway installer before winterizing a newly installed driveway. Winterizing it before the asphalt or concrete has fully cured can damage the driveway. But in many cases, you don't need to winterize a newly installed driveway anyway since it's likely freshly sealed and won't have much damage yet.

Driveways should be sloped with a minimum 2% slope—anything lower will cause precipitation and runoff to collect. A 2% slope is the equivalent of a 2-foot rise over 100 feet. One quick way to check the integrity of your driveway’s slope: no more than four inches of water should collect on the surface longer than 15 minutes after rain.

Building a road on a slope requires careful planning and will normally require a drainage system underneath to prevent flooding and damage to the road over time. Your professional may lengthen your road to create switchbacks if the slope directly to your home is too steep, as there are regulations for maximum road slope. The drainage system will help prevent runoff from the higher side of the slope from damaging the asphalt or concrete. Keep in mind that building a road on a slope isn’t a good DIY project, as a lot can go wrong.

Sometimes, when people talk about asphalt driveways, they’re actually referring to asphalt concrete, which is a completely different compound. Asphalt concrete is asphaltic cement combined with sand or grit. It is significantly more lasting and durable than regular asphalt but also much more expensive. If you’re considering using asphalt concrete, ask an asphalt company for their expert opinions.

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