"David Browe Paving did a spectacular job shaping and installing a lengthy paved driveway and parking area for my house. It is high quality and made a huge improvement to my property. Additionally David Browe, his salesman and his work crew are friendly, knowledgeable and professional. It was a great experience overall."
"Excellent! Very professional people, high quality work done, and the job was reasonably priced. Plus gave us some valuable suggestions on the other paving surfaces in the house. I'd hire them again any minute."
"Extremely pleased with the driveway. Bob and his Everlast crew did an amazing job in grinding out the old and laying the new driveway in under 5 hours. Extremely professional, efficient, clean and dedicated in their work. Great working with a third generation company. Even though the job is done there’s great comfort in knowing they are there to handle any future needs. Highly recommended."
"J S Asphalt paved us a beautiful walkway quickly and when they saw our disabled son come home on the school bus they decided this job was on them to help our family. This is a wonderful company with heart which is very hard to find these days! We would highly recommend them!"
"I recently hired Allied Paving for paving and seal coating services, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the results. From start to finish, their team was professional, punctual, and highly skilled. They provided a clear and detailed estimate, explaining every step of the process and ensuring there were no surprises.
The quality of their workmanship is outstanding—the paved surface is smooth, durable, and expertly finished. The seal coating not only enhanced the appearance but also provided excellent protection against wear and weather. They used high-quality materials, and it’s clear they take pride in their work.
Customer service was top-notch, with great communication and a friendly crew that respected my property and cleaned up thoroughly after the job was done. I highly recommend Allied to anyone looking for reliable and professional paving or seal coating services.
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"We highly recommend Henry and his team at Republic Masonry. Not only was the quality of their work excellent, the customer service was superior to that of many other companies. Henry let us know what work was done/was upcoming and was very professional in all dealings with us. The price for the job was fair as well."
"Adam and his crew are workhouses. They installed an entire wall of stone veneer within 3 days and it is beautiful. A work of art. Hire this guy if you want your job done on time, with high quality and reasonable cost. Great job."
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.
Generally speaking, tiles are for indoor use, while pavers are for outdoor use. The main difference between travertine tiles and pavers is their thickness. Tiles are around 1/2 inch thick, and pavers are 1 1/4 inches to 2 inches thick.
Pavers are more rugged and can handle different weather. The extra thickness on pavers also makes them ideal for high-traffic areas.
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.
The driveway apron is a technical term referring to where a private driveway meets the public street. If there is a sidewalk in front of the house, the driveway apron is typically on the opposite side of the public sidewalk from the driveway itself.
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.
The Pittsfield, MA homeowners’ guide to paving services
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