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Creative Outdoor Solutions
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Brick and Stone Driveways & Floors - InstallInterlocking Pavers for Driveways & Floors - Install

Serving Bartow, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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"Professional, punctual and knowledgeable. You won’t be sorry having Creative Outdoor Solutions complete your project. We are so happy with our pavers on our lanai, driveway and the addition of our new circular driveway. A+++¥¥"
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Pool deck and coupling
Pool deck and coupling
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The Lawn Barbers
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Bartow, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

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"Dean's company, The Lawn Barber's did a "five star" sod project for us. Dean kept us informed and up to date from start to finish. He and his associates were friendly, respectful and very professional. I can't say enough how much we appreciated working with The Lawn Barber's . Thank you!"
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Leyva Construction LLC.
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Concrete Driveways - Install

Serving Bartow, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"Leyva Construction did an outstanding job on my driveway and went the extra mile on details. They completed my project on short notice and for a very reasonable price. The team was hard working, polite, and efficient. I will be using Leyva Construction again in the future for other projects. I highly recommend them to Polk County residents."
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Asphalt Driveways questions, 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.

Driveways should be sloped with a minimum 2% slope—anything lower will cause precipitation and runoff to collect. A 2% slope is the equivalent of a 2-foot rise over 100 feet. One quick way to check the integrity of your driveway’s slope: no more than four inches of water should collect on the surface longer than 15 minutes after rain.

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.

Yes, you can retrofit an existing driveway, but this usually involves cutting grooves into the driveway, installing the heating elements, then sealing them. While this is much less expensive than typical heated driveway systems, the final appearance could be diminished. Speak with a driveway paving company to confirm which design method is best for you.

Gravel is one of the few driveway materials that can handle rain the second it’s installed. Unlike asphalt, which needs days to set, or concrete, which requires weeks to cure, gravel is ready as soon as it’s compacted. It’s naturally permeable, allowing water to drain straight through—with no risk of pooling or surface damage. Gravel driveways are one of the most affordable, at $1 to $3 per square foot, and can also last upward of 100 years.

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