What is the most economical driveway material?

• <div><p>Gravel driveways are the most economical driveway material, followed pretty closely by asphalt and concrete. At about <b>$1 to $3 per square foot, </b>gravel is about a third of the cost of either of the more common alternatives. But, not everyone likes the look and feel of the material and may opt to pay more for something that looks better.</p></div>

• <div><p>Pavers are a type of permeable hardscape that can be used for driveways, patios, walkways, and other landscaping features. Unlike poured concrete or asphalt, pavers typically have a layer of gravel underneath to prevent water runoff from damaging your property—though you can also <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-lay-pavers-on-grass.htm">lay pavers on grass</a>. Because pavers are installed piece by piece, you can customize a one-of-a-kind hardscape that best suits your aesthetics, boosting your curb appeal along the way.</p></div>

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Q: What is the best material to use for a driveway?

• <div><p>Concrete is typically the best material for a driveway if you&rsquo;re looking for longevity, cost-effectiveness, and ease of maintenance. But, it&rsquo;s not ideal for areas with annual freeze-frost cycles, nor is it the most attractive option&mdash;although you can get it stamped or painted. If your location is consistently below freezing, asphalt may be a better choice. </p></div>

Q: How long do pavers last?

• <div><p>The lifespan of pavers varies based on many factors. Material is the key component, with concrete, stone, and brick pavers lasting up to 100 years, while clay pavers usually only last around 25 years. To maximize your pavers&rsquo; lifespan, you should keep your paver patio or walkway clean, add sealant every few years, and keep the joints sealed with polymeric sand as needed. </p></div>

Q: What do you put under permeable pavers?

• <div><p>Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you&rsquo;ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.</p></div>

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Reviewed in April 2019
Fast, professional, great communication. Wade and Trent were so very helpful in every step of the process. The pavers are beautiful! My only regret is not going bigger. Will definitely be doing phase II in the future.
System Pavers
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Reviewed in December 2016
AHI performed very professional work on all the different tasks. Their work crews arrived promptly and did their work quickly and with great skill. Thanks to Shawn for arranging everything and seeing that it all went correctly. AHI will be the first company I will call when I need another...
American Home Improvement Inc
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Reviewed in May 2017
Everything we have done with Andy turned out well and he has always been willing to take calls or come back out to check on things. I'd recommend him based on his interest in doing things the right way at a competitive price.
New View Landscaping
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Reviewed in July 2014
They were very nice, but what they are trying to do is buy their service. It was not what I thought it was.
Prime Gardens Inc
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Reviewed in December 2008
This was a very difficult job with many roadblocks thrown up by the county building department. They handled every hurdle. I highly recommend this company.
JMZ Concrete
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Reviewed in August 2012
The estimate was a bit higher so we went with someone else. He was very responsive and through with his presentation.
Pancho's Pavers
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Reviewed in December 2013
We wanted to use dry stacked stone for our new retaining wall and large stone slab steps leading up to a slab walk way. They found some incredible stone from a quarry in the Mojave, with these huge slabs that make up the steps. The wall and steps look like they have been there for a...
Sage Ecological Landscapes
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Reviewed in February 2016
Excellent. No pressure from the sales person (Vinnie) but he did provide good facts about the company and the work provided. He took detailed measurements, and was easy to work with. The installers were great. they arrived on time, and actually worked until after dark on more than one...
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Reviewed in August 2016
For about four years now, Cruz has maintain my two properties with a level of expertise and professionalism that is unsurpassed. Every Thursday he arrives to both properties in a timely manner to provide expert maintainence. I couldn't ask for a more faithful gardener. Cruz responds to my calls...
Cruz Martinez Lansdcaping
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Reviewed in October 2016
A beautiful design was made following my instructions and wishes. I wanted the natural curves of a meandering creek, and it was beautifully done. Both Sammy and Emil were wonderful not only in their professionalism, courtesy, and attentiveness, but also in their adherence to detail. They...
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We do lawn irrigation system, roof gutters cleaning, tree pruning, new lawn, patio and paver, maintenance, fence repair, general cleaning, pruning fruit trees , reteining Walls and more. We Provide our services for Commercial and Residential costumers . We have over 10 yrs of experience.

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