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Avatar for Isaac Nathaniel Excavating and Paving
Isaac Nathaniel Excavating and Paving
5.0(
38
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Concrete Driveways - InstallConcrete Driveways & Floors - Install- For Business

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I hired Isaac to redo a previous job by another company that was left unfinished and a big mess. He was very knowledgeable about what to do with my driveway and he and his employees were polite, professional and extremely hard working. He wanted to make sure everything was done right and I appreciated that. I felt his prices were very fair and I am so happy with my new driveway it is such a relief to finally have the driveway I wanted. I would recommend Issac to anyone that wants a dependable company that does excellent work."
Nice broom finish driveway with lights in stairs
Back yard excavating for house addition
Client had serious water problems water getting under the house we put french drain under concrete with sealant.problem solved?
Built play area for kids,had to flatten area and install 2 retaining walls
Installed pavers and retaining wall

+33

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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M&J Prime Builders
5.0(
20
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Brick and Stone Driveways & Floors - InstallInterlocking Pavers for Driveways & Floors - Install

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys were great. Professional, knowledgeable, thorough. Fixed my leaking/broken sprinkler manifold system- really impressive and well thought out approach to fixing our issue and avoiding the problem from coming back anytime soon. Really glad I found them. Did great work- and took pride in the quality of their work. Will definitely hire them for additional projects."
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway

+2

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
Avatar for Torres Quality Sealcoating & Striping
Torres Quality Sealcoating & Striping
5.0(
22
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Asphalt Paving - Repair or PatchAsphalt Sealing

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We started working with the Torres Team in 2019 when they bid for our first asphalt paving project for our 1000 sq ft driveway that required extensive prepping. We decided to work with them and have been extremely satisfied with their workmanship and expertise. They contact us regularly to keep our driveway in tip top shape. I recommend them for any of your paving projects. Ruben and Alicia Rangel Lafayette"
Sealcoat
Sealcoat
Ada upgrade and re stripe
Ada upgrade and re stripe
Sealcoat and re stripe

+54

Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Legacy Landscape CA
Legacy Landscape CA
4.8(
26
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Interlocking Pavers for Driveways & Floors - Install

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Working with this crew was absolutely amazing! They came in and got straight to work. I went in needing not just the man power to dig out my entire yard but needed advice about what was possible. These guys had great ideas! Iâ m extremely happy with the outcome and will be using them for all my landscaping needs!"
Deck+Pergola+Pavers
Deck+Pergola+Pavers
Before
SF pavers + Garden
Portfolio

+7

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Pavers Express Group
5.0(
10
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Brick and Stone Driveways & Floors - InstallInterlocking Pavers for Driveways & Floors - Install

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We love our driveway! I have met with and worked with a lot of contractors. I can honestly say that their communication and quality was the best I’ve worked with in years. They were proactive and responded to questions and changes quickly. They were flexible but provided helpful guidance. They were incredibly kind and professional. In the end, the quality of work exactly what we wanted and they actually finished ahead of schedule. I’d recommend them to anyone and would love to work with them again myself."
An elegant modern farmhouse front porch with concrete pavers and low-voltage lighting
San Geronimo Cambridge Cobble paver driveway
San Jose home remodel including Belgard Catalina Grana concrete paver driveway, walkways, front patio and steps.
Moss Beach driveway with Belgard Catalina Grana pavers and paver lights
Corte Madera driveway: Belgard Dublin Cobble pavers in Victorian in a 90 degree herringbone pattern with Catalina Grana pavers in Graphite on the border.

+74

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Redwood Valley Construction, Inc.
4.7(
30
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Concrete Driveways - Install

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I did not hire this contractor only because of my personal budget constraints in this job. However, I was impressed with Byron's knowledge of the best procedure for repairing/replacing my driveway, his explanations were clear, he was very responsive to all emails and phone messages, he came out to my property 3 times to confirm exactly what I needed, and I plan to use him to renovate my hall bathroom."
Composite Decking
Decking
Decking
Hallway Bathroom
ADA Ramp

+11

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Asphalt Driveways questions, answered by experts

Asphalt, which is stone mixed with tar, is the most common material for outdoor basketball courts because it’s so sturdy and versatile. However, you don't have to use it: another option is polymeric rubber, which has shock pads that can prevent injury. This option is a little more expensive, ranging between $16 and $25 per square foot.

Materials used for indoor basketball courts, such as hardwoods, aren’t really an option outdoors.

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.

Several materials are suitable for steep driveways. Gravel and crushed stone are affordable options that provide good traction. Permeable pavers—such as plastic, rubber, or concrete—filled with gravel or crushed stones are also excellent, as they allow water to drain without causing erosion and perform well in ice and snow. Another option is resin, which can be coated with an anti-slip finish and helps prevent puddles. For added stability, you can install a retaining wall to prevent pavers and gravel from shifting over time.

Whether you should resurface or replace your asphalt driveway heavily depends on its condition. If the foundation is solid and the damage is minor, resurfacing is your best bet because it’s more affordable and faster than replacing the driveway. But if your driveway has foundational problems and/or severe damage, like large, deep cracks and potholes, then it makes more sense to replace it. 

Instead of a set number of types, asphalt comes in variations designed for different needs. Some are categorized by temperature—hot mix, warm mix, and cold mix. Others are sorted by composition, like dense-graded, gap-graded (such as Stone Matrix Asphalt), porous, and mastic asphalt. There are also modified versions with added compounds like polymers, rubber, or emulsions. Instead of focusing on a number, it may be more useful to understand how contractors customize asphalt for durability, climate, and traffic conditions.

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