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Elite Paving Company
5.0(
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Asphalt Paving - Repair or PatchAsphalt Paving - InstallAsphalt Paving - Install- For Business+1 more

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Elite Paving is great! I am very pleased with their work. Our driveway is about 100 feet long and a stretch about 50 feet long was erupting from roots underneath, causing major turbulence every time we drove over it. We got estimates from a few firms and decided on Elite because they seemed professional and experienced, and their estimate was reasonable (other estimates were up to three times higher). I’m glad we did. They did everything in a timely, responsive way, with no unforeseen add-ons, and our driveway is now in excellent shape. I really need to single out Brandon for praise. He was incredibly responsive and devoted. He explained everything in advance in an understandable way. He always responded quickly to my texts, even when I made clear no quick response was necessary. And he was clearly committed to doing a good job, even showing up on a weekend (with no extra charge) to manually speed up the drying process when some areas in the shade were taking longer than expected to dry. I was really impressed and pleased."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Pavers Express Group
5.0(
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Interlocking Pavers for Patios, Walks & Steps - Install

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Pavers Express to give our backyard a makeover with a porcelain patio and artificial grass. From our initial consultation until the project was complete, their customer service was excellent and they helped to guide us in material selection to make sure our vision would be carried out. The team was professional, easy to communicate, and their installation process was very efficient. Highly recommend!"
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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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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System Pavers
4.1(
139
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Interlocking Pavers for Patios, Walks & Steps - Install

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I recently took on a backyard renovation project that began in mid September of this year (2018). The backyard project has been broken into three phases. The first phase was the pavers for the patio and the construction of a bbq island. After doing extensive research, my wife and I settled on System Pavers to hire to do the work in the backyard. Our primary consultant was Lucas. He was amazing to work with every step of the way. He met with my wife and I on a Sunday and planned out every step. We were in constant communication by cell phone, either by text messaging or by direct phone contact. Any time that I had a question or problem, I could always get a hold of Lucas. If he was unavailable, he would always return my phone call or text message. The first phase is now complete and we are extremely pleased with the results of the pavers for the patio and of course the bbq island. I have shared several pictures. System Pavers completed the patio and bbq island. The sink, bbq, and pizza oven were purchased from another retailer and the granite work was contracted out by another contractor. Did we experience some problems? Yes we did. The whole project was delayed over a month due to the back order of the "Sparkling Autumn" ledgers, that is the stone that surrounds the bbq island. We worked with Lucas and his team to discuss our options. My wife and I made the decision to stick with the "Sparkling Autumn" ledgers rather than push the project through and settle on a ledger that would not go with the patio stone. We had to wait through the delays, but it was well worth it. Another problem was that the bbq island was not built to my design. It was built in reverse. Lucas took charge and the bbq island was redone to meet the original specifications. The masonry contractor built the bbq island to an exact fit for the actual bbq and sink. There were no problems coordinating efforts and construction to accommodate the granite contractor. One last problem that we ran into, was an issue of drainage that was discovered when the pavers were being laid down. This was resolved in two ways, first a small retaining wall was built and next a drain will be built to redirect pooling water that was discovered after the down pour of rain that we recently experienced. Finally, we would highly recommend "System pavers" to work on your front yard or backyard project. A huge thank you to Lucas and the staff of System Pavers."
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Backyard Transformation

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50 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Summit Paving Contractors
4.1(
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Asphalt Paving - InstallAsphalt Paving - Install- For BusinessAsphalt Paving - Repair or Patch+1 more

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Summit Paving replaced approximately .2 mile long driveway. Wayne contacted us immediately, came out and surveyed our property. He provided his quotation within a day of our visit with him. We are extremely pleased with the quality of work and the project was completed early. Wayne and staff were very professional and respectful of our needs. We highly recommend them if you have Paving needs!"
Parking Lot sealcoat and striping
Sealcoating and striping
Sealcoat
Asphalt Paving
Demo Concrete

+171

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Enriquez Concrete
4.9(
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Interlocking Pavers for Patios, Walks & Steps - Install

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Alfredo and his crew were great. We had him install a new walk way next to the house. They did excellent work, were on time and on budget. Alfredo made a couple of excellent suggestions to improve the project. We are very happy with the result and we recommend them."
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+25

Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Paving Services questions, answered by experts

An example of permeable paving is a set of cinder blocks or natural stone pavers with room inside for natural materials, such as gravel, sand, or grass. You can also design these pavers with brick or plastic tiles.

In addition to these pavers, permeable pavement can be obtained by using a highly porous material, such as pervious concrete or pervious asphalt.

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.

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 lay pavers on grass. 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.

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 brick, paver, and cobblestone driveways, resin driveways can have intricate patterns using different colors. Aggregates can be laid to create curves, shapes, letters, or numbers. When using custom colors or patterns, homeowners can expect to add an extra $2 to $6 per square foot to achieve their desired look.

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