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The Cottage Pros, LLC
3.7(
18
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Bear Lake, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were wonderful!! They fit me in within 2 days and came first thing on the morning and I had air by 12:30pm. I can't say enough good things about their service it was Amazing! Hire Cottage Pros°"
Out with the old.....
In with the new!
lakeside windows
Entryway
custom woodwork

+7

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Glen Falin
5.0(
4
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Interlocking Pavers for Patios, Walks & Steps - Install

Serving Bear Lake, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were extremely responsive and prompt. I received a call within an hour of requesting service. Arrangements were made to meet and review the project very timely. I received an immediate estimate and the price was very fair. The work was handled well on the designated date and time and the work was done very well."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Reddy Asphalt
3.5(
11
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Asphalt Paving - InstallAsphalt Paving - Install- For Business

Serving Bear Lake, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"7/18/2023 ~ â­ ï¸ â­ ï¸ â­ ï¸ â­ ï¸ â­ ï¸ I am gobsmacked at the work of art left where my ugly driveway used to reside by Justin, Jesse, Buster & crew at Reddy Asphalt. So thankful their flier made it to my mailbox!! The tar and chip seal process was fascinating to watch, and the crewâ s attention to detail mesmerizing. I could not be happier. Great people, great job. Highly recommended!!!"
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
PENINSULA PAVERS
4.4(
5
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Asphalt Paving - InstallAsphalt Paving - Install- For BusinessAsphalt Paving - Repair or Patch+2 more

Serving Bear Lake, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The price was fair. When they originally came to do it, there was not enough road gravel down so we had to have the other guy come back and redo that. We kept getting a promise date and then they wouldn't show. It took a while to get them back so we were a little disappointed with them. We couldn't reach them. We would leave messages and they wouldn't call back. Since we missed our first opportunity, then we got pushed back and they took care of the other places. They should have responded and let us know. When they finally did come the crew was great and the finished product was good. The pricing was in the ballpark. This was set up through our contractor. They did finally come when they said but it took 3 times. We might look for somebody else in the future."
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Paving Services questions, answered by experts

In most cases, you don’t need a permit to repave your driveway, although some exceptions exist. If you’re widening your driveway and plan on widening the apron as well, you’ll usually need a permit from the Department of Transportation in your area. This permit costs between $50 and $300 in most cases. Most municipalities will also require a certified and insured contractor do the work relating to the apron and curb cut. You can contact your building department or ask your paving company if you need a permit. Your driveway professional will usually pull the permit for you.

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.

Asphalt and tarmac are not the same thing. Traditional tarmac, short for tarmacadam, uses tar as a binder to hold crushed stone together. Asphalt uses bitumen—a byproduct of crude oil—to bind aggregate. Though tarmac was once a go-to for roads, asphalt has become the modern standard. And these days, most surfaces referred to as “tarmac” are actually asphalt. So, while the names may overlap, the key distinction lies in the binder—tar for tarmac and bitumen for asphalt.

Paver driveways are durable and aesthetically pleasing, but they do have a few cons. For instance, paver driveways are often more expensive than asphalt and concrete driveways. They also make it easier for weeds to grow where the separate pavers meet up. They may also be more likely to settle over time.

Building a road on a slope requires careful planning and will normally require a drainage system underneath to prevent flooding and damage to the road over time. Your professional may lengthen your road to create switchbacks if the slope directly to your home is too steep, as there are regulations for maximum road slope. The drainage system will help prevent runoff from the higher side of the slope from damaging the asphalt or concrete. Keep in mind that building a road on a slope isn’t a good DIY project, as a lot can go wrong.

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