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Klassen Skid Steer Service
New to Angi
Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or ScrapeGravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape - For Business

Serving New Ulm, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

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Boss Contracting
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Asphalt Paving - Repair or PatchAsphalt SealingGravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving New Ulm, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

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"The guys at Boss Contracting were really polite and addressed my concerns. When I had a question, they'd have an answer... in a considerate manner too. Where they were working they left it neat and clean. The job itself was well done and really professional."
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Jellison Enterprises, LLC
New to Angi
Asphalt Paving - InstallAsphalt Paving - Install- For BusinessAsphalt Paving - Repair or Patch+1 more

Serving New Ulm, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1947

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Credit card accepted

Jellisons Best Blacktop is Family Owned and Operated and providing exemplary asphalt, concrete, blacktop, and paving services throughout the Carver and surrounding areas. Our expertise is in driveway replacement, reconstruction, seal coating, and crack filling. The job is done right the first time by experienced crews who know the climate and have the technical skills for the type of materials that will give you a lasting result. \n\nCall Wayne to get your residential or commercial job scheduled today! \n"Experience the Difference.....Call Jellisons"

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Asphalt Driveways questions, answered by experts

New asphalt goes through two stages: drying and curing. Drying typically takes 24 to 72 hours, after which the surface is solid enough for light use like walking or careful driving. While you may be able to park on it after 72 hours, the surface is still soft and should be treated gently. Full curing is a much longer process, taking anywhere from 30 days to a full year for the asphalt to reach maximum strength. During this extended curing period, the asphalt is susceptible to damage from heavy vehicles, sharp objects, and high temperatures. Factors like weather, the specific asphalt mix, and application thickness all influence drying and curing times. For the most accurate timeline and to ensure the longevity of your new asphalt, it is always best to consult with your installation contractor for their specific recommendations.

New asphalt typically needs 24 to 72 hours to dry before it can handle light foot traffic and careful driving. Although it may appear solid after a few days, the full curing process, where the asphalt reaches its peak strength, takes much longer—generally from 30 days to a year.

During this extended curing time, the surface remains relatively soft and can be damaged by heavy vehicles, sharp objects, or high temperatures. To protect your investment, it's best to avoid parking heavy machinery on the asphalt until it has fully cured.

The exact time required for drying and curing depends on several factors, including the weather, the specific asphalt mix, and its thickness. For the most accurate advice tailored to your situation, consult with your asphalt contractor.

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.

Depending on project size, typically 1 to 3 days, including preparation and installation.

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