Top-rated paving pros.

Best paving pros near Mackinaw, IL

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your paving service project in Mackinaw, IL?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY MACKINAW, IL HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.3
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon11
    Verified paving services reviews

Top-Rated Paving pros in Mackinaw - Updated Nov 2026

Fontaine Home Services
5.0(
2
)
Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Mackinaw, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cannot recommend him enough. We needed a total reset—front yard, backyard, stumps, and even a rotting treehouse—and he handled it all. He worked incredibly hard, cleaned up thoroughly, coordinated line marking, and kept us updated throughout the entire project. Professional, efficient, and just genuinely great to work with."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Nature Scapes
5.0(
15
)
Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or ScrapeInterlocking Pavers for Patios, Walks & Steps - Install

Serving Mackinaw, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were very professional Leveled my yard with 6 tons of dirt and we got hit with a heavy rain They didn't hesitate to get more dirt to fix what the rain washed away I would recommend nature scapes for any landscaping Awesome job to all you guys"
Basic Lawn Care
Replaced old mulch and bushes with rock
Basic Lawn Care
We've redone the entire mulch/flower bed
We've redone the entire mulch bed

+17

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Showing 1-10 of 40
Paving Services FAQs, answered by experts

It is possible to DIY complete hardscaping projects, but in most cases, hiring a professional is best to get the job done correctly. Hardscaping—including installing patios, decks, retaining walls, walkways, and water features—is challenging and time-consuming, so the money you spend on a professional is typically worth it. Not only will the quality be better, but you could avoid problems that come along with a lack of hardscaping experience, like drainage issues that can lead to costly foundation damage and leaks in your home.

While water-related pressure caused by poor drainage is one common cause of paver cracking, other factors can include ground movement beneath pavers, heavy loads and wear and tear over the pavers, and climates with constant freeze-thaw cycles. In general, pavers should be resealed every three to five years to prevent cracking.

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

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.

The most common causes of sunken pavers are poor base preparation and insufficient compaction. The problem could also be how your pavers were installed. If the soil beneath your patio or walkway wasn't compacted, it will pull pavers down as it settles. Additionally, using bare soil instead of making a paver bed with compacted gravel and sand can cause sinking over time. To fix sunken pavers, consider recompacting the base and addressing any drainage or erosion issues in the area.

The Mackinaw, IL homeowners’ guide to paving services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.