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Avatar for Robert & Son Paving
Robert & Son Paving
4.8(
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Asphalt Paving - InstallGravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or ScrapeAsphalt Paving - Install- For Business

Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1955

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent customer service, proficient and polite workers, professional all around, and the quality of their work speaks for itself! Highly recommend them hands down. My husband owns a construction business and he was very pleased with Robert and Son Paving!"
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Seal Coat

+38

Response time10 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
Zweemers Paving and Sealcoating
4.4(
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Asphalt Paving - InstallAsphalt Paving - Install- For BusinessAsphalt Paving - Repair or Patch+1 more

Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Zweemer himself estimated, provided input, and did the job on time and with an extraordinary degree of professionalism. I will ca=ll again if I need similar service as well as recommend Zweemer's Paving and Sealcoating to anyone I know needing this service."
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+10

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RJ & Sons Paving
4.5(
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Asphalt Paving - InstallAsphalt Paving - Install- For Business

Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1965

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I needed my driveway extended and had received several quotes from other paving companies but RJ & Sons Paving stood out and promised to have it done the same day. The whole team was professional, no messing around and went beyond my expectations. They cleaned up after the job was completed and walked me around to show me the results. Keep up the good work RJ & Sons !!!! . I'm looking forward to hire them again for another project."
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Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Quality Landscape Services
5.0(
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or ScrapeInterlocking Pavers for Patios, Walks & Steps - Install

Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They covered our entire 1/2 acre property which a few years back was the runner-up in the Baltimore Sun's best gardens review. Edged and cleared out all of our beds, spread 10 yards of mulch, and rebuilt a 70 yard long french drain. Our neighbors commented "It's looks like something you see in a magazine." We agree! Amazing team -- so polite, attention to detail, and hard working. Love these guys!"
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+46

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SEJ Paving
4.4(
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Asphalt Paving - InstallAsphalt Paving - Repair or PatchAsphalt Paving - Install- For Business+1 more

Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team did a great job laying the asphalt and making the edges very presentable. They also cleaned up after the job was done. They made sure everything was flush with sidewalks. I highly recommend SEJ Paving for your asphalt needs."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Paving Services questions, answered by experts

While blacktop is a type of asphalt, the terms should not be used interchangeably, as not all asphalt qualifies as blacktop. The primary differences are in their composition, production process, and ideal applications. Blacktop contains more stone than other types of asphalt and is heated to a higher temperature during production—300°F or more—while hot-mix asphalt is heated to between 275°F and 300°F. The ratio of bitumen (a tar-like crude oil) is a key differentiator, though sources vary: some state blacktop has less bitumen, making it less durable, while others claim it has a higher ratio. Due to these differences, asphalt is generally more durable and better for high-traffic areas like highways and streets, while blacktop is more suitable for playgrounds and residential driveways. For a driveway project, it is best to consult a professional to determine the most appropriate material.

An asphalt driveway should be at least 3 inches thick over a compacted gravel base. Areas with poor drainage should have a thicker stone base. To install a new asphalt driveway over an existing driveway, the new asphalt should be at least 2 inches thick and the existing driveway should be in relatively good condition.

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.

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.

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.

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