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Driveway911.com
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Asphalt Paving - InstallAsphalt Paving - Install- For BusinessAsphalt Paving - Repair or Patch+1 more

Serving Saint Elmo, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guys at Driveway911 were amazing to work with, unlike some other companies we worked with in the past. They explained every step of the process, and put any questions or concerns I had at ease. They left the job site clean and neat! Two thumbs up!!!!"
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Asphalt SealCoat

+23

Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Opperman Hardscape
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Interlocking Pavers for Patios, Walks & Steps - Install

Serving Saint Elmo, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Justin and his assistant were very hard working and efficient. It was obvious that they take pride in their work. We were very happy with the quality of the work and the final result. We were very impressed with how quickly they responded to our inquiry for their services. The contract was clear and concise. We highly recommend Opperman Hardscapes!"
Retaining Walls
Retaining Walls
Decorative Retaining Wall
Retaining Walls
Retaining Walls

+76

Response time2 days
Response rate94%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
LOFTUS LANDSCAPING AND MORE LLC
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Interlocking Pavers for Patios, Walks & Steps - Install

Serving Saint Elmo, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had unexpected excavation of sewage lines in my front and back yards, leaving my driveway, front walk and back patio in shambles with numerous broken flagstones. Loftus helped me revamp the layout and finish some very natural looking hardscaping including flagstone, pea gravel, tumbled edging and a beautiful, functional firepit . Ben's communication was great with reasonable pricing considering the expansive size of the project. I would 100% recommend!"
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Paving Services questions, answered by experts

The material that’s best for your private road depends on your property, the climate in your area, and your personal preferences. Gravel is an affordable option, but some homeowners don’t like how it looks. It can be a pain to remove snow from, and it requires more ongoing maintenance than asphalt or concrete. However, while these other options require less maintenance and make snow removal a breeze, they’re more expensive and will need repairs from time to time. Ultimately, you’ll have to choose the road material that suits you and your property best.

Think of the street as a way to capture all the elements on either side of the road, including the road—a street encompasses the homes or other buildings, the trees, and the road of a given area as defined by the beginning and end of the street on a map. A roadway, however, is the component of the street where cars travel.

Paving is a part of hardscaping, so all paving is hardscaping, but not all hardscaping is paving. Paving involves laying down concrete or asphalt, while hardscaping can also include the use of paving stones, bricks, gravel, wood, and more. Hardscape features that involve paving are considered permanent and will increase your property taxes, while some other hardscaping features—like those involving bricks, gravel, and paving stones—will not affect property taxes. Paving also typically requires a permit, while hardscaping features considered temporary will not.

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.

Chip seal layers gravel and a liquid bitumen one at a time on-site, while asphalt directly pours a pre-combined mixture. Asphalt must be sealed, but it will last up to four times as long as chip seal driveways. Aesthetically, chip seal has a natural, rustic look compared to the traditional asphalt slab.

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