What questions should you ask an asphalt driveway contractor?

<div>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:<ul><li>How many years of experience do you have?</li><li>Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?</li><li>Do you have worker’s compensation?</li><li>Do you use subcontractors on your projects?</li><li>Do you clean up after the job is done?</li><li>Who is responsible for any damage to lawn or landscaping?</li><li>Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?</li><li>Do you give free estimates?</li><li>What is the timeline for completion?</li><li>How do you handle change orders?</li><li>Can you provide at least three references?</li><li>Can I see some of the work you’ve done?</li></ul></div>

How thick should an asphalt driveway be?

<div>An asphalt driveway should be at least 3 inches thick over a compacted gravel base. Areas with poor drainage should have a thicker stone base. To <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-asphalt-driveway.htm">install a new asphalt driveway</a> over an existing driveway, the new asphalt should be at least 2 inches thick and the existing driveway should be in relatively good condition.</div>

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Reviewed in July 2025
TMW Enterprises & Beautiful Stones replaced our 20 years old asphalt driveway with an new 3-inch thick asphalt driveway (app. size 850 sqft). The work crew showed up on both days (day 1 - removal old driveway/installing gravel base; day 2: asphalt paving) super punctual at the agreed times....
Tmw Enterprises Paving & Maintenance
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Reviewed in June 2025
The crews from Irish Castle Paving who worked on my driveway during the preparation for paving, and then again during the actual paving, were highly professional and very courteous. They did a fabulous job, making sure everything was level and being very careful around the recently installed...
Irish Castle Paving
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Reviewed in January 2025
Quality Asphalt did an amazing job replacing our old driveway at a very fair price. I am extremely happy with them and would highly recommend their services!
Jim's Paving
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Reviewed in November 2024
The driveway was done with care and professionalism. Magdiel and his team were courteous, and conscientious about the work they were doing. I was most pleased with the quality of their work.
RIVERA CONCRETE PAVING
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Reviewed in July 2024
So thrilled to have found Dave's Sealcoating a number of years ago!! They do quality work, the employees are always helpful and you can't beat the price!! Don't plan on using anyone else for my driveway!!
Dave's Sealcoating & Special Services Inc.
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25 years of experience

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38 years of experience

We are a full service roofing contractor serving the entire Chicagoland area since 1990 specializing in commercial & residential roof systems. We are so proud of being a family owned/operated company Call for free estimates same day guaranteed !

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Sur-Seal Parking Lot Maintenance

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37 years of experience

Sur-Seal Parking Lot Maintenance is a top to bottom parking lot and driveway maintenance company. Proudly serving the Chicagoland area for over 25 years. We are fully insured and licensed by the state of illinois. Some of our services are : asphalt, concrete, brick, sealcoating, crackfilling, striping, car stops, signage, sewer repairs, etc. For a estimate give us a call 630-629-8400

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Guardian Asphalt Protection and Maintenance

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Guardian Asphalt Protection and Maintenance

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Customers say: Super punctual

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Proud to be a Veteran Owned Company!! Accept Cash, Check, and All Major Credit Cards.

"I am a property manager for Apartment Solutions in Naperville. One of our apartment buildings needed some asphalt work in the parking lot and on the aprons. Rafael and Amy were both a pleasure to work with. They provided 3 options to address the issues along with the pros and cons of each. The work was done quickly and professionally and both the owners and tenants are thrilled. Apartment Solutions will be using Guardian for any future asphalt repair, replacement and/or maintenance."

Caryn O on September 2020

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Solid Remodeling

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Solid Remodeling

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. Solid Remodeling services a large variety of remodeling contracts within all budget ranges. We have a vast full time, in house team of expert trade workers that allow us to schedule your service quickly and cost effectively to get the most out of your budget. Master Carpenters Master Plumbers Master Electricians HVAC Technicians Artesian Tile Designers

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FAQs for asphalt driveway service projects in Chicago, IL

An asphalt driveway should last 25 to 30 years, depending on the type of asphalt used, the climate, how well the foundation was prepared, the type of soil under the foundation, and how well you maintain your driveway. Maintaining asphalt by filling cracks and reapplying sealer every few years can help extend the life of your asphalt driveway.

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:

How many years of experience do you have?
Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?
Do you have worker’s compensation?
Do you use subcontractors on your projects?
Do you clean up after the job is done?
Who is responsible for any damage to lawn or landscaping?
Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?
Do you give free estimates?
What is the timeline for completion?
How do you handle change orders?
Can you provide at least three references?
Can I see some of the work you’ve done?

An asphalt driveway should be at least 3 inches thick over a compacted gravel base. Areas with poor drainage should have a thicker stone base. To install a new asphalt driveway over an existing driveway, the new asphalt should be at least 2 inches thick and the existing driveway should be in relatively good condition.

An asphalt driveway costs about $7 to $15 per square foot, including labor and materials. The cost will vary depending on your location, how thick the base material is, what prep is required, the thickness of the asphalt, and the accessibility of the job site. The national average cost to install an asphalt driveway is about $4,740.

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