"You wonâ t find a more honest, more professional or more skilled excavator/operator than Matt Mello, owner of South Shore excavation. Matt has now done two big jobs for me, the first being to rip out the old floor in our 4-car garage and install a new floor, the second being to dig up/expose and waterproof the garage foundation. In both cases, Mattâ s pricing was extremely fair, he delivered 100% on his promises, finished the work in a timely manner and left an immaculate job site every day. I really canâ t recommend Matt Mello & South Shore Excavation highly enough. If youâ re looking for a true professional who does what he says heâ s going to do, when he says heâ s going to do it, look no further."
"ASHPHALT DRIVEWAY, CONCRETE WALKWAY AND FENCE!! These are just three of the services we hired Gill Services for and did we hit the jackpot with them! Gill is multitalented and offers so many services, so don't be afraid to ask if he can add additional services to whatever you are thinking about. Gill and Isabela were a joy to work with! Hardworking, conscientious, responsive, GREAT listener, talented, efficient, creative and reasonably priced are just a few descriptions that come to mind immediately! Already have future projects lined up! If you don't contact them for a site visit and quote you will be the one missing out! Thank you to Gill, Isabela and your amazing crew!!"
"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."
"They are courteous and dedicated to the work they perform. Great communication skills and attention to the customer's needs and requests!!! We would definitely use their services again!!!"
To adhere pavers to concrete, you can use either mortar or a concrete-specific adhesive. For border pavers, a polyurethane-based adhesive is a good choice as it expands and contracts with temperature changes, keeping them firmly in place. For the non-border pavers, polymeric sand is used between the joints to prevent shifting. In most cases, it is also recommended to lay a permeable sand layer below the pavers to ensure proper stability and drainage. Before starting, always take the proper preparatory steps for a professional result.
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 obvious disadvantage of permeable paving is that the cost is typically higher compared to non-permeable concrete, pavers, or asphalt methods. Also, the porous material can get clogged with dirt and debris, requiring cleaning and power washing more frequently than standard paving materials and methods. Although permeable paving is not ideal for highways, airports, and other surfaces supporting heavy traffic and machinery, it is suitable for regular residential driveways.
A pallet of pavers will cost about $300 to $700 per pallet. Each pallet covers about 56 square feet. The specific price you pay per pallet of pavers will depend on a few factors, including the type of paver you’re buying, the size and shape of the pavers, and how many pavers you need. In some cases, you’ll spend less per pallet if you’re buying in bulk for very large paver patios.
The recommended minimum amount for a paver base is 4 inches. From there, it depends on the kind of traffic the pavers will see and the current soil conditions. Two inches of paver base won’t create the amount of stability and support that pavers need to remain securely in place over time.
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