Is it better to cut asphalt wet or dry?

• <div><p>Wet cutting is usually the preferred method. It controls dust, which helps protect your lungs and makes for a cleaner working environment. Plus, the water cools the blade, preventing overheating and prolonging its life while providing smoother, more precise cuts. The downside is the mess—water and asphalt sludge can be messy to clean. Dry cutting, though convenient if water isn’t available, creates a lot of dust, which can be harmful. This also increases the risk of blade damage due to overheating. So, if you have the option, wet cutting is the better method for most asphalt jobs. </p></div>

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Q: What do you put between pavers and concrete?

• <div><p>You should place a layer of thick landscaping fabric directly over the concrete slab and then a thin layer of leveling sand over that to protect the pavers from moisture. For border pavers, you should plan on locking them in place with polyurethane adhesive. This will prevent them from shifting under foot traffic.</p></div>

Q: How much does 1,500 square feet of asphalt cost?

• <div><p>The average cost of 1,500 square feet of asphalt ranges from about <b>$10,500 to $22,500</b>, depending on location, thickness, base material, and how accessible the job site is to crews and equipment. Keep in mind that your asphalt material cost may vary depending on its type, ranging from porous asphalt to heated blacktop. Standard asphalt costs $7 to $13 per square foot.</p></div>

Q: Can I pave my own driveway?

• <div><p>While paving a driveway is possible to do as a DIY project, we don&rsquo;t recommend it. Hiring a driveway professional to pave it will ensure that your driveway looks neat and clean and lasts for years to come, and it will also prevent a weak driveway and, potentially, damage to your foundation. Paving a driveway requires heavy machinery, and while you can rent the equipment needed, operating it close to your garage slab or around your home&rsquo;s foundation can crack it and lead to structural issues. </p></div>

Q: Can you put thin pavers over a concrete driveway?

• <div><p>Yes, you can put thin pavers over a concrete driveway. However, it's always best to talk to a driveway installer before starting. You'll need to ensure that the concrete below is in good enough shape to hold the pavers and that the driveway will still meet local building codes.</p></div>

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Quick and quality service. Professional and courteous. Would hire again.
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Reviewed in February 2023
Great work excellent services very happy repeat customer
Adan's Pro Pressure Washing & Landscaping
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Reviewed in September 2022
Christopher did high-quality work for a reasonable price; he was professional; and the customer service was on point.
Anglers Construction Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2022
excellent and very professional service.
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Reviewed in October 2021
Ed and his crew were extremely friendly and professional. I look forward to hiring Mid State to pave a new driveway to another home on my property this Spring
Mid-State Sealcoating
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Reviewed in September 2021
Josh with Wolford Excuvating did a excellent job on both the gravity jumbo block concrete retaining wall and the boulder retaining wall. Far exceeded my expectations. Promptly courteous service and easy to reach. Very reasonable cost. I would most highly recommend.
Wolford Excavating
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Reviewed in July 2020
Excellent work product and prompt service.
S & S Pavement Protection
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Reviewed in March 2020
Ben was awesome! Responded immediately, came through same day, and went above and beyond what I asked him to do. He actually planted some plants for me in the landscaping. He seems very knowledgeable and certainly wants to help do whatever you need help with. I will definitely be using his...
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Reviewed in July 2019
Johe has a very personable phone presence. More importantly, he was very thorough both in explaining his service plans and his knowledge of our appliance diagnosis. He was prompt and communicative all the way! Great to work with. We will be having him perform add l service in the near future.
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Rough Terrain Landscapes

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In business since 2013

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"Great work! Rough Terrain did more than I was looking for. Made excellent suggestions and helped make our choices much easier. All lawn care and plants are doing so good. I'd love for them to come back in the spring to see how beautiful our yard is going to be."

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Serving Raymond, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1979

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"Brett is a real solid guy. Very honest. He did more than I thought he'd do and it came out better than I though."

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"I donÃ¢Â Â t believe in 5stars. If I did Gabe would have it"

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"We high recoment aztec paving they do are parking lot and restripping profecionals and clean work"

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Professional landscaping and hardscape services focused on quality, durability, and clean finishes. Services include paver installation, artificial turf installation, sod installation, irrigation systems, concrete work, landscape cleanups, grading and leveling, weed and grass removal, gravel installation, retaining walls, demolition/removal, and general landscape improvements. Dedicated to reliable communication, attention to detail, and transforming outdoor spaces into clean, functional, and modern environments.

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Asphalt and Beyond, LLC

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Serving Raymond, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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"Had my driveway and basketball court converted from cement to asphalt. They did both in one day including demolition and paving. They treated my property with respect and caused no residual damage. Excellent communication and service throughout. I highly recommend Spalding Concrete."

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Recommended by98%of homeowners

Serving Raymond, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

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"Chris is professional and business oriented. He is great at following up and he and his crew are an awesome team. I recommend them anytime for paving projects and any other work they do! Garden East Apartments Manager"

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Response rate93%

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Serving Raymond, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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"We had a tough area to pave, lots of raised rock walls……. The crew was great and friendly. I had called other pavers with none answering or returning calls. Schwartz answered and came out that day. Quote was what I thought to be and they got the job done at the promised time. Thank you guys. It turned so better than I thought!"

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In business since 2016

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"Very professional. Completed the job in two weeks. The deliverables were as promised. They were very independent, requiring only minimal involvement from the client. However, communication with the owner could be enhanced a bit."

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Paving Services questions, answered by experts

You should place a layer of thick landscaping fabric directly over the concrete slab and then a thin layer of leveling sand over that to protect the pavers from moisture. For border pavers, you should plan on locking them in place with polyurethane adhesive. This will prevent them from shifting under foot traffic.

The average cost of 1,500 square feet of asphalt ranges from about $10,500 to $22,500, depending on location, thickness, base material, and how accessible the job site is to crews and equipment. Keep in mind that your asphalt material cost may vary depending on its type, ranging from porous asphalt to heated blacktop. Standard asphalt costs $7 to $13 per square foot.

While paving a driveway is possible to do as a DIY project, we don’t recommend it. Hiring a driveway professional to pave it will ensure that your driveway looks neat and clean and lasts for years to come, and it will also prevent a weak driveway and, potentially, damage to your foundation. Paving a driveway requires heavy machinery, and while you can rent the equipment needed, operating it close to your garage slab or around your home’s foundation can crack it and lead to structural issues.

Yes, you can put thin pavers over a concrete driveway. However, it's always best to talk to a driveway installer before starting. You'll need to ensure that the concrete below is in good enough shape to hold the pavers and that the driveway will still meet local building codes.

Wet cutting is usually the preferred method. It controls dust, which helps protect your lungs and makes for a cleaner working environment. Plus, the water cools the blade, preventing overheating and prolonging its life while providing smoother, more precise cuts. The downside is the mess—water and asphalt sludge can be messy to clean. Dry cutting, though convenient if water isn’t available, creates a lot of dust, which can be harmful. This also increases the risk of blade damage due to overheating. So, if you have the option, wet cutting is the better method for most asphalt jobs.

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