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Dave Navarro Construction
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Concrete Driveways & Floors - Install- For BusinessConcrete Driveways - Install

Serving Alton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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"The workmanship was excellent. The work was completed within the time frame agreed upon as well as the price quoted. Everything was done very professionally from start to finish. I HIGHLY recommend Dave Navarro Construction for any interior remodeling. I will definitely use him again - without hesitation."
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace

Serving Alton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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"I was very pleased with the work. Nick is a hard worker and has expertise in many areas. They want the job done to the customer’s satisfaction. Communication was also good. I will hire this company again."
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JG Construction LLC
New to Angi
Concrete Driveways & Floors - Install- For BusinessConcrete Driveways - Install

Serving Alton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in concrete installation and repair for driveways, sidewalks, patios, steps, and a variety of other projects. With over 15 years of industry experience, we take and enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

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Slab Daddy LLC
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Concrete Driveways - Install

Serving Alton, IA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Slab Daddy LLC is a locally owned construction company specializing in quality concrete work, excavation, demolition, and general contracting. We take pride in doing the job right, providing dependable service, honest communication, and workmanship built to last.\nFrom driveways, sidewalks, patios, garage floors, foundations, footings, walls, and concrete removal to excavation and site preparation, we have the equipment and experience to handle projects big or small.\nAt Slab Daddy LLC, we treat every project like it has our name on it?because it does. Our goal is simple: quality work, fair pricing, and satisfied customers.\nContact Slab Daddy LLC for a free estimate and let us help bring your next project to life.

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Asphalt Driveways questions, answered by experts

Asphalt edging secures the sides of your driveway to prevent crumbling and cracking over time. Most driveways have edges with a 45-degree grading. This helps transfer some of the stress from the asphalt to the ground underneath. If your driveway doesn’t have proper edging, the pressure from your car may break down the edges over time.

Three inches is a great thickness for a residential asphalt driveway that sees minimal to moderate traffic from cars, SUVs, and pickup trucks. However, a thicker driveway can better withstand the weight of a heavier vehicle, such as a trailer or a recreational vehicle. If you drive a heavy vehicle on a thin driveway, you risk cracking and damaging it.

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. 

There’s no single best asphalt grade—it all comes down to where and how it’s used. Highways and heavy-traffic roads need something tough, like polymer-modified asphalt (PMA) or Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA). Local roads and parking lots rely on the Performance Graded (PG) system, chosen based on climate. A PG 64-28 mix, for example, handles a broad temperature range while simpler, more cost-effective mixes are typically enough for residential driveways. The best grade of asphalt depends on traffic, weather, and your budget, which is why a professional’s input is always a smart move before making a decision.

New asphalt typically needs 24 to 72 hours to dry before it can handle light foot traffic and careful driving. Although it may appear solid after a few days, the full curing process, where the asphalt reaches its peak strength, takes much longer—generally from 30 days to a year.

During this extended curing time, the surface remains relatively soft and can be damaged by heavy vehicles, sharp objects, or high temperatures. To protect your investment, it's best to avoid parking heavy machinery on the asphalt until it has fully cured.

The exact time required for drying and curing depends on several factors, including the weather, the specific asphalt mix, and its thickness. For the most accurate advice tailored to your situation, consult with your asphalt contractor.

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