"Very professional, Mr. Harrison walked me through the whole process start to finish. The crew was very punctual and finished the driveway a day ahead of schedule. Would definitely recommend doing business with them."
"As a single mom of 4 kids, it's hard for me to work full time and take care of the house and kids let alone do yard work too. Hiring Fresh Start Lawn Care and Landscaping, LLC has helped me out tremendously! I don't have to worry about my yard looking like a mess all the time. The owner, David, is very kind and takes pride in his work. I'm so thankful!!!"
"Super fast call back time! I submitted around 8 pm and within seconds he was calling my phone! Very responsive! I didn’t even have measurements and got on google something and had measurement adequate enough. He gave a quick and fair quote! Even threw in replacing the culvert free if I just bought the culvert."
"Jon was prompt on returning my call, on time and knowledgeable concerning the repair of my central vac. He did a great job and I definitely plan on calling him again if needed."
I’ve been working in construction field for over 2 years. I’ve worked as a field technician for window and sliding glass doors/patio. And as a product testing technician for windows at MGM industries. I’m osha 10-30 licensed for construction and getting my 10-30 for industrial. I’ve got experience in hand tools etc; and in Quality control. And you should hire me because I will finish the job with Quality and making sure my customer is satisfied and knowing that they can rely on me to pin out any flaws and to help them.
"As a single mom of 4 kids, it's hard for me to work full time and take care of the house and kids let alone do yard work too. Hiring Fresh Start Lawn Care and Landscaping, LLC has helped me out tremendously! I don't have to worry about my yard looking like a mess all the time. The owner, David, is very kind and takes pride in his work. I'm so thankful!!!"
"It was an awesome experience and Cody was great. He did a wonderful job. What stood out to me about him was the quality of his work and his attention to detail. I will most definitely use him again in the future if I need to."
The answer to whether or not you need to get a permit before you start your driveway can vary widely based on local ordinances and the scope of your driveway ideas. In most urban and suburban areas, a permit is needed before building a new driveway to ensure that a homeowner is using safe materials and proper drainage practices while designing and constructing a new driveway. In some rural areas, a homeowner may not be required to apply for a permit. When building a new driveway on your own, always check with your local building department to see if you need to request a permit. When hiring a driveway contractor, verify that the right permits are being used before driveway construction begins.
While paving a driveway is possible to do as a DIY project, we don’t recommend it. Hiring a driveway professional to pave it will ensure that your driveway looks neat and clean and lasts for years to come, and it will also prevent a weak driveway and, potentially, damage to your foundation. Paving a driveway requires heavy machinery, and while you can rent the equipment needed, operating it close to your garage slab or around your home’s foundation can crack it and lead to structural issues.
A driveway's lifespan varies by material. Asphalt driveways typically last 15 to 30 years, while concrete driveways last longer, between 20 and 50 years. The longevity of any driveway is affected by factors like extreme temperatures, heavy traffic, and the quality of maintenance. Regular upkeep, such as filling cracks, resealing the surface, and ensuring proper drainage, can help extend its life. For gravel driveways, regrading to fill in uneven areas every year or two is recommended.
Recycled asphalt is not better than gravel, but can be a good alternative. It is inexpensive, but not as low-cost as gravel, and doesn’t tend to last as long. Recycled asphalt isn’t as dusty as gravel and is more environmentally friendly. The black look can be something that homeowners prefer. No matter what, ensure you choose an experienced recycled asphalt contractor.
Asphalt edging secures the sides of your driveway to prevent crumbling and cracking over time. Most driveways have edges with a 45-degree grading. This helps transfer some of the stress from the asphalt to the ground underneath. If your driveway doesn’t have proper edging, the pressure from your car may break down the edges over time.
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