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Four Seasons Landscaping, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They made an appointment- arrived as scheduled. Quote was very detailed & in a timely manner. Work was completed as discussed. Great to work with."
Kids Cascades
Rainwater
Rainwater
Dig the Hole/ Don't Dig the Hole!
All to The Mother

+143

Response time2 days
Response rate90%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kent's Hauling, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Could not ask for it to go any better. He answered phone calls and came when he said he would. Recommend Kent's hauling would use them again"
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Handymen Project
Stone & Gravel Project
Fountains Project
Fountains Project

+14

Response time5 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hershberger Automatic Gate Operators LLC
5.0(
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Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had the pleasure of working with Hershberger Gate Operators to fix a gate that wasn't working and had not been installed correctly. Spencer quickly diagnoaed several issues and fixed. I would highly suggest using this family owened business over a larger company. In fact I am having him back in a week to replace a rotted kennel gate. Excellent service. Prepared with all things needed to do the job. 5 stars isn't enough. Gray Court SC"
Gates & Automatic Openers
Gates & Automatic Openers
Gates & Automatic Openers
Gates & Automatic Openers
Gates & Automatic Openers

+25

25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Summit Land Development, LLC.
4.5(
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Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hands down the best experience we’ve had getting a project done. These guys went above and beyond giving us more than we expected. We highly recommend Summit Land Development. They will not disappoint. We are already looking to do another project in the near future!"
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2501
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2501
2506

+4

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RS Outdoor Improvement
5.0(
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Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Outstanding service and professionalism ! We are impressed every single time work is done. We’ve had many different landscaping services done at different homes we’ve lived at and by far this is the best ! Always amazed at the speed of service and how well it’s completed. We feel genuinely grateful to have found them !!"
My jobs
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+29

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Lake Toxaway Stone Work, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Guillermo and his crew did a wonderful job completing the three projects I needed done. They expertly fixed my sliding glass doors on 2 of my bathtubs. They also power washed my entire downstairs patio that had accumulated a ton of pollen/mold over the years. My patio was sparkling and ready for guests afterwards. They also fixed my front screen door so it could close properly. I would hire this business in a New York second if I ever needed repair work done again in my home."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Asphalt Driveways questions, answered by experts

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. 

Concrete is typically the best material for a driveway if you’re looking for longevity, cost-effectiveness, and ease of maintenance. But, it’s not ideal for areas with annual freeze-frost cycles, nor is it the most attractive option—although you can get it stamped or painted. If your location is consistently below freezing, asphalt may be a better choice.

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.

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.

A driveway approach is the part of a driveway where the public road meets the private driveway. This section contains several key elements, including the driveway apron, the curb cut, and the end slope. Depending on the slope of the driveway, this area may also contain the trench drain.

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