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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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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

Even with regular maintenance, most driveways don’t last much longer than 30 years. Alligator cracking is a clear warning sign that your driveway’s foundation is failing, and cracks that are deep and wide can let water in, causing more damage. Standing water is another red flag. If your driveway doesn’t drain properly, it’s going to degrade slowly. Finally, if you’re seeing dips or uneven patches, that’s a sign the base layer or soil is shifting. If these issues pop up, it’s time to replace your driveway.

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.

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.

When asphalt cures, it typically changes from a very dark black hue to a lighter, more matte gray color. Cured asphalt also won’t be tacky or sticky to the touch or emit any odors from the asphalt mix. Additionally, the surface of fully cured asphalt won’t deform under any pressure.

The cost to replace a driveway ranges from $8 to $15 per square foot, depending on factors that include material, size, and labor. If your driveway has deep cracks, potholes, or drainage issues (or if it’s simply past its prime), replacement might be the smarter investment over constant repairs. Resurfacing can be a cheaper alternative at $3 to $20 per square foot, but it won’t fix your driveway’s underlying problems.

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