What questions should you ask an asphalt driveway contractor?

• <div><p>When hiring an asphalt paving contractor to install your driveway, ask as many questions up front as possible. Here are a few questions to ask a prospective driveway contractor:</p><ul><li><p>How many years of experience do you have?</p></li><li><p>Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?</p></li><li><p>Do you have worker’s compensation?</p></li><li><p>Do you use subcontractors on your projects?</p></li><li><p>Do you clean up after the job is done?</p></li><li><p>Who is responsible for any damage to lawn or landscaping?</p></li><li><p>Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?</p></li><li><p>Do you give free estimates?</p></li><li><p>What is the timeline for completion?</p></li><li><p>How do you handle change orders?</p></li><li><p>Can you provide at least three references?</p></li><li><p>Can I see some of the work you’ve done?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

How do I know if the asphalt is fully cured?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Get matched with top gravel driveway repair pros in Garner, IA

Q: Can I repair asphalt myself?

• <div><p>Small cracks can be DIY patched, but professional services ensure durable, smooth surfaces and prevent further deterioration.</p></div>

Q: How many types of asphalt are there?

• <div><p>Instead of a set number of types, asphalt comes in variations designed for different needs. Some are categorized by temperature&mdash;hot mix, warm mix, and cold mix. Others are sorted by composition, like dense-graded, gap-graded (such as Stone Matrix Asphalt), porous, and mastic asphalt. There are also modified versions with added compounds like polymers, rubber, or emulsions. Instead of focusing on a number, it may be more useful to understand how contractors customize asphalt for durability, climate, and traffic conditions.</p></div>

Q: Can asphalt repair be a DIY project?

• <div><p>DIY repairs are manageable with the correct materials and tools, but engaging professionals ensures proper techniques and long-lasting results.</p></div>

Enter your ZIP and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your gravel driveway repair project in Garner, IA?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Verified Reviews for Gravel Driveway Repair pros in Garner, IA

*The Angi rating for Gravel Driveway Repair companies in Garner, IA is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Gravel Driveway Repair needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Gravel Driveway Repair companies in Garner, IA is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Gravel Driveway Repair needs.

Last update on November 11, 2025

Reviewed in May 2024
This company recently added an asphalt sealer to our farm asphalt driveway. They did an excellent job. They arrived on scheduled, cleaned the drive, filled cracks and applied a heavy amount of sealer. When finished, they put up a barricade to keep the would be "testers" off for 24...
Pearce Paving
Request a quote
Reviewed in February 2020
Marco is professional and responsive, and his work is very good. WE hired Penagos Painting to completely repaint the interior of a house and its garage that we had just purchased. They did a really good job covering the awful paint on our textured walls, and repainted the trim and doors in...
Penagos Painting
Request a quote
Reviewed in November 2016
They did an excellent job. Had to have a couple things repaired that was caught in the home inspection. The job was quick. The cost could always be cheaper but I was only charged a service call.
Mr. Electric of Omaha
Request a quote
Reviewed in April 2014
What really sold me on this shop was the courtesy I was given by the employee's. I did not talk to the repair man until the next day. What blew me away that they did not charge for the service. I will take the machine back if I have any problems. I will also delight in shopping at this store.
Quilt Connection
Request a quote
Reviewed in April 2014
He asked what model sewing machine I have, it is a Husqvarna, and he gave me the name of a store that does repair them. The name of that store is Quilting Connection. I will give you a report on them after I get my machine in and repaired. He could have had me bring my machine in and try to...
DAN'S REPAIR & MACHINE
Request a quote
Reviewed in October 2013
Scott is all business and runs a great shop. I would recommend this place any day or anytime! They are fantastic people! Travis, Scott's son is also great! He takes care of the oil changes and does a great job as well! Chris Faulk is also great for handling the billing! Chuck, whom does...
2nd Street Repair
Request a quote
Reviewed in July 2013
I had gone without water for two weeks, because the plumbers' businesses in my county did not come when they promised, nor would they return calls, nor say why they didn't want the job, nor give any other professional response. But Mike came within hours of my call, from the next county over. ...
Mike's Plumbing and Pump Service
Request a quote
Reviewed in June 2013
We hired Iowa Wildlife Control in May of 2012 for a simple job that was to take a week to complete. Three months later the job was still not done and the owner of the company sent me an email saying he has "given up". But he would not return the payment for his services! During the three months...
Iowa Wildlife Control
Request a quote

Get matched with top gravel driveway repair pros in Garner, IA

Enter your ZIP and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your gravel driveway repair project in Garner, IA?

Landscape Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Gravel or Loose Fill Paving Install, Spread or Scrape

Asphalt Paving Installation

Verified Reviews for Gravel Driveway Repair pros in Garner, IA

Find Gravel driveway repair pros in Garner

Rygh Landscaping LLC

Rygh Landscaping LLC

K&M Exteriors LLC

K&M Exteriors LLC

ARWAY

ARWAY

Cardenas Concrete LLC

Cardenas Concrete LLC

Zed Construction

Zed Construction

myhometutions

myhometutions

Kuppinger Concrete & Construction

Kuppinger Concrete & Construction

Creative Home Renovations

Creative Home Renovations

J&M Residential

J&M Residential

Veile Contracting Inc

Veile Contracting Inc

The Garner, IA homeowners’ guide to gravel driveway repair services

How Much Does a Gravel Driveway Cost? [2025 Data]

How Much Does a Concrete Driveway Cost? [2025 Data]

How Much Does Concrete Delivery Cost? [2025 Data]

Dry Pour vs. Wet Pour Concrete: Which Is Best?

How to Build and Pour Concrete Steps

How Much Gravel Do I Need?

Find Gravel driveway repair Pros in other cities near youNot finding what you are looking for in Garner? Check surrounding areas for Gravel driveway repair pros.

Which Gravel driveway repair task are you tackling?Find Garner Gravel driveway repair services on Angi who specialize in any of these tasks

Find Pros for other jobs in GarnerIf your Gravel driveway repair services job is complete, use Angi to find quality Pros in Garner for any number of jobs.