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Joe's Paving Co Inc
4.6(
49
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Concrete Driveways - InstallAsphalt Paving - InstallAsphalt Paving - Install- For Business+3 more

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had 5 companies bid for this job. Jesse B. from Joe's Paving took the time to listen to what we wanted and did a great job explaining the scope of the work required. The project was a long narrow driveway shared with two other neighbors. We had to do a combination of concrete and asphalt because of the grade in the drive. They coordinated each section well and worked ahead of schedule. Jesse also helped arrange delivery and installation of rocks for ground cover near the asphalt around our house. Crew was courteous and professional. Thank You Joe’s Paving!"
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Coastal Pavers
5.0(
19
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Brick and Stone Driveways & Floors - InstallInterlocking Pavers for Driveways & Floors - Install

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: True professional

"Coastal Pavers did an excellent job on my patio. I contacted 4 companies and their price was most reasonable. Steve, the manager, was knowledgeable and very accommodating. The workers did an awesome job, working hard and efficiently. I would use the company again if needed. I can highly recommend Coastal Pavers."
Landscaping Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Happy customer
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project

+122

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Noe Cruz Coronado
4.9(
29
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Concrete Driveways & Floors - Install- For BusinessConcrete Driveways - InstallInterlocking Pavers for Driveways & Floors - Install

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"I cannot say enough about Noe and his employees. His quote was very competitive. He replaced part of my driveway for me, as part of it was crumbling due to a neighbors tree. I am so pleased with the finished product, and recommend them in a heartbeat. Thank you for going above and beyond. I am so pleased. If anyone needs this type of work done, please call Noe. You will not be disappointed."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Accurate Grading and Demolition, Inc.
4.3(
26
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Asphalt Paving - Repair or PatchGravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or ScrapeGravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape - For Business

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were very impressed with the paver work the Accurate Grading team did for our driveway and sidewalk to our house. Cameron did a thorough walk-through with us and provided a very reasonable quote, compared with others. They got our project going within a week, and showed up on time daily. The crew paid great attention to detail and kept us up to date and confirmed decisions on design along the way. They did an excellent job grading and prepping the driveway after finding several large boulders. Can't recommend enough - great value and enjoyable experience!"
Response time2 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Asphalt Driveways FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Like all driveway materials, asphalt can crack in the wrong conditions and with age. Many things can cause asphalt to crack, including shifting soil or settling under the foundation. Other common causes are driving oversized vehicles on the asphalt, tree roots, and using rock salt during the snowy season. Proper installation and sealing the driveway every 10 years can help prevent cracks.

You should not attempt to install your own driveway. Whether working with asphalt or pavement, this is a complicated project that requires special equipment. Talk to some nearby asphalt or paving professionals and discuss your particular needs—it’s a good idea to get a few quotes and look at the company’s past work.

Asphalt and tarmac are not the same thing. Traditional tarmac, short for tarmacadam, uses tar as a binder to hold crushed stone together. Asphalt uses bitumen—a byproduct of crude oil—to bind aggregate. Though tarmac was once a go-to for roads, asphalt has become the modern standard. And these days, most surfaces referred to as “tarmac” are actually asphalt. So, while the names may overlap, the key distinction lies in the binder—tar for tarmac and bitumen for asphalt.

The driveway apron is a technical term referring to where a private driveway meets the public street. If there is a sidewalk in front of the house, the driveway apron is typically on the opposite side of the public sidewalk from the driveway itself.

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