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Avatar for Titan Excavating, LLC
Titan Excavating, LLC
5.0(
23
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or ScrapeAsphalt Paving - Repair or PatchConcrete Driveways & Floors - Install- For Business+2 more

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Widened and leveled my driveway, added new gravel and compacted it and added a drainage grate to my garage. Very professional and knowledgeable. Was able to accommodate my schedule. Finished the work in about 8 hours. Very happy with the result."
Parking
Drive
Drive
Drive
Parking

+25

Response time9 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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MTZ Concrete Corp.
4.9(
42
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Concrete Driveways - Install

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"MTZ Concrete did a very good job. Had my driveway and stairs done in 2 days. Very friendly ,very clean and respectful. Cleaned up very well after job. Would recommend them."
Driveway
Truck Utility
Steps
Company Info
Walkway

+9

Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Asphalt Repair Service of Des Moines, LLC
Asphalt Repair Service of Des Moines, LLC
5.0(
8
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Asphalt Sealing

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They knocked this government contract out the park for Nivek Enterprise LLC. They where efficient, well prepared and they always kept us in the loop as to any changes in the work schedule as defined by the specifics of the contract. My contact Justin was a pleasure to work with."
Home driveway repair
After
Home driveway repair
Asphalt patching
Asphalt patching

+4

Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for JMC Concrete, LLC.
JMC Concrete, LLC.
5.0(
5
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Concrete Driveways - Install

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Fantastic Work. Looks amazing and would highly recommend. Higher these guys. They work fast and do exactly what you ask. My patio is a million times better than the deck I had previously! A+++"
Driveway installation
Driveway installation
Driveway installation
Driveway installation
Driveway installation

+38

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Precision Masonry
4.8(
9
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Concrete Driveways - Install

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Terrific value

"Excellent work on my front porch, removing brick, hauling away, and pouring footings for new cement block posts. They even brought dirt to level up beneath the porch. They kept their nose to the grindstone and did everything promised. Fair pricing! Would hire again!"
Bates Fireplace
Bates Fireplace
Bates Fireplace
McLaughlin Fireplace
McLaughlin Fireplace

+63

Response time3 days
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pearce Paving
5.0(
8
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Asphalt SealingGravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They replaced my driveway in the fall and did a great job. Then they came back in the spring and applied a sealer. I didn't have to call them, they just came out and sealed it, Professional and they work quickly. I no longer worry about my driveway, Ron will take care of it."
Asphalt paving + Seal
Residential Driveway
Residential driveway
Shopping Center
Shopping center seal

+3

Response time4 days
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Asphalt Driveways questions, answered by experts

Many asphalt companies have experience with tar and chip paving, but not all. The process is unique enough—and not incredibly common enough—that you may have to look around for a tar and chip specialist. However, speaking with a driveway company is a great place to start, especially if they have experience with multiple materials.

Asphalt dries and cures best between 50 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. This range allows moisture to evaporate quickly without causing the asphalt to cool too fast, which can negatively affect the drying process. However, keep in mind that other weather conditions can also affect curing and drying times, such as precipitation and humidity.

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.

Your city or county will have guidelines about the minimum and maximum width and length of private roads. The average private road is 12 feet wide, and length, of course, depends on your property. Requirements also depend on the amount of traffic and types of vehicles your road experiences. Check with local ordinances before planning a road on your property.

Building a road on a slope requires careful planning and will normally require a drainage system underneath to prevent flooding and damage to the road over time. Your professional may lengthen your road to create switchbacks if the slope directly to your home is too steep, as there are regulations for maximum road slope. The drainage system will help prevent runoff from the higher side of the slope from damaging the asphalt or concrete. Keep in mind that building a road on a slope isn’t a good DIY project, as a lot can go wrong.

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