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Marshik Enterprise, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Melrose, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was great working with this company. They tore out the paved portion of the driveway and graded the unpaved portion and then paved over everything.The communication was great. they were right in line with their estimate and they finished the job on time. They also did an amazing job putting in a new culvert with skirts."
upgrade driveway
New Facelift
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AJJ Gomez Solid Rock LLC
5.0(
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Serving Melrose, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fantastic! From the planning stages to actual work everything was smooth. The attention to detail and getting the job completed was a great experience. Super friendly, hard working, and honest and open communication. I will be hiring them again ……soon!"
Paver patio
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Paver patio
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Paver patio

+51

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Earthworks LLC
5.0(
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Serving Melrose, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Earthworks last summer to dig out part of my hillside and create a larger turnaround area for my driveway, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. They did excellent work from start to finish. The team was friendly, polite, and incredibly easy to work with. They took the time to explain my different options clearly and helped me choose the best approach for the space. They were also very flexible with scheduling and paid close attention to weather conditions and rain so the project could be done safely and without issues. I really appreciated how considerate they were of my neighbors as well—they made sure the heavy equipment didn’t damage the road and kept everything clean and respectful."
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Landscape Rock
Landscape Rock
Landscape Rock
Landscape Rock

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Don Green's Dirt Service
5.0(
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Serving Melrose, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a super job. Driveway looks excellent with the new crushed granite. I was having run off issues on 2 sides of my house. After being leveled that problem is gone. Landscape rock next to retaining wall gives a nice facelift.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Vick's Sealcoating
3.7(
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Serving Melrose, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

"Mr. Vick was very professional and friendly. We were impressed with the quality of his job and how it only took him one hour to finish the it. We would recommend him to anyone that needs their driveway or parking lot seal-coated.
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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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precise landscaping and curbing
4.1(
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Serving Melrose, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jon was outstanding all around. I had a complex sprinkler issue, broken pipe and mismatched fittings. Jon came the very next day and dug out all the piping, and refitted the valves / pipes correctly. He was prompt, polite, professional and overall exceptional. I will be recommending him to my neighbors. And he was very reasonably priced - honest professional."
Response time1 day
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Asphalt Driveways 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.

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. 

With proper maintenance, asphalt milling driveways can last 30 years or more. Over time, you’ll need to regularly sealcoat your driveway. You should also have your driveway inspected every few years and make any repairs as soon as they are necessary; this will prolong the lifespan of your driveway.

An ideal driveway gradient is between 2% and 5%. Anything lower than 1% or higher than 15% can cause problems for your car or property. A driveway with less than a 1% slope increases your likelihood of flooding and water damage, while a driveway with a 15% grade or higher can be too steep for safe traveling.

It takes recycled asphalt 48 hours to initially harden and up to 3 months to fully cure. It’s best to stay off of recycled asphalt for at least 48 hours, then you can walk or drive standard vehicles on it. Hold off on driving heavy trucks or equipment on it for at least 7 days. Allowing the surface to melt together and harden ensures that the surface stays durable and long-lasting. 

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