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Elite Paving Company
5.0(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brandon and his crew did a great job on my driveway. Easy to work with and finished the job on time when he said he would. Would definitely recommend them to anyone needing any asphalt work done!"
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Superior Grading & Paving
5.0(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Isiah and the crew did excellent work, showed up on time ,kept the site safe and clean everyday and well organized family company that dose outstanding work efficiently. Highly recommend this company."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Legacy Landscape CA
4.8(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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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!"
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Deck+Pergola+Pavers
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+7

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Gateway Paving
4.7(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jeff was very responsive, we called one evening and he was there at 8 AM the next morning for a free estimate. We had a lot of questions about the process and he had responses that were right for us. We asked for and got references and called them and also went to see one of the driveways that he had completed previously. Our driveway is on a steep hill in the forest and is about 2/10th of a mile long. It had a lot of cracks that needed filled and a lot of moss that needed to be scrubbed off by hand. Plus we wanted an entire new top coat so it was not an easy job. The entire team was prompt and professional and did a great job. They completed the job in one day and in the end we have a driveway that looks brand new. I am sure we will call Jeff again in a few years if it needs to have a new top coat."
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+18

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pavers Express Group
5.0(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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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.

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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Enriquez Concrete
4.9(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Enriquez and his crew actually went above and beyond the original scope of work. Although he decided to replace more of the sidewalk concrete than quoted, he held the original price. Quality of the finishing was excellent as was the communication. Many positive comments from neighbors. I'd hire them in a wink if I needed more work."
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+25

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SH Grading & Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was basically a demolition project. I had to have a 75 year old concrete circular retaining wall buried in the center of my asphalt driveway that had to be removed so that we could plant an oak tree. The wall was approximately 25 feet in circumference, 4 feet high and the concrete at least 3 inches thick. The bottom foot and half of the wall was covered with earth that had to be dug out by hand. Jose accomplished this extremely difficult job in a day and a half working right along side his helpers. He was able break up and haul away the concrete and did a great job cleaning up the site. He is courteous, professional and his rates are extremely fair. I would definitely recommend him for any job."
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12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Genesis Brothers Construction
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Candido and his crew were fantastic! We hired them to completely makeover our backyard. They had to remove piles of dirt, bushes, old trees, take up the old cement and then lay new sod, lay an entire new concrete patio, and create gorgeous planters for us that surround the entire yard. The entire project was shockingly completed in a week and looked amazing. We have since hired him to put in irrigation systems in our planters and sprinklers in the yard. We also hired him to do front yard clearing work and weeding and that was done in one day. We also recently hired him to take down a closet in a small room to make it bigger, and his crew did that, patched the ceiling, relaid flooring, and then painted the room for us over a week - it turned out amazing! We look forward to hiring Candido for future projects - his crew seems to be able to do it all. Always very quick and the work is great."
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Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Asphalt Driveways questions, answered by experts

Asphalt is not a type of concrete. While both are a common type of pavement, asphalt is composed of aggregates (like sand and gravel) and bitumen; concrete is a mixture of cement, aggregates, and water. Here are some of the key differences between asphalt and concrete driveways.

When asphalt cures, it typically changes from a very dark black hue to a lighter, more matte gray color. Cured asphalt also won’t be tacky or sticky to the touch or emit any odors from the asphalt mix. Additionally, the surface of fully cured asphalt won’t deform under any pressure.

Gravel is the most economical and least expensive driveway material, costing between $1 and $3 per square foot. This is significantly cheaper than alternatives like asphalt or concrete. However, it's important to consider long-term costs, as gravel driveways require regular maintenance. You will likely need to add new gravel filling once or twice a year and regularly rake it to keep it level, which can add to the overall cost over time.

This creates a risk for your driveway to fail after asphalt curing because it doesn't have a lasting bond with the surface. In order to get asphalt to perform as intended, it's necessary to prepare the dirt surface correctly first. The loose soil base under the new driveway must be compacted until it is stable enough to support the weight of the asphalt.

Common alternatives to a gravel driveway include concrete, asphalt, brick, stone pavers, and permeable pavers. Concrete and asphalt are generally the most affordable options. However, concrete can be prone to cracking in cold climates, while asphalt may soften in areas with high heat and direct sun exposure. For enhanced curb appeal, brick, stone, and permeable pavers are popular choices, though their installation can be more expensive due to intricate designs. Stone pavers offer a natural look and are sometimes installed with gravel around them. Both permeable pavers and brick driveways provide excellent drainage, which helps prevent flooding and reduce water runoff.

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