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Top-Rated Asphalt driveway pros in Exeter - Updated Nov 2026

M & L LANDSCAPING & CONSTRUCTION, LLC
4.9(
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Concrete Driveways & Floors - Install- For BusinessConcrete Driveways - InstallInterlocking Pavers for Driveways & Floors - Install

Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Locally owned business with over 12 years of experience. Custom Paver Patios, walkways, retaining walls, and driveways. We also offer full clean up landscaping, hardscaping, and stone work. \nPassionate about serving our local community and continuing to deliver great customer service. Feel free to call or text with questions regarding your projects. Look forward to working with you on all your home endeavors.

Recommended by88%of homeowners
Chris Miller Brick Paver Installer
4.9(
27
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Brick and Stone Driveways & Floors - InstallInterlocking Pavers for Driveways & Floors - Install

Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chris did an excellent job! I got many different quotes through companies from Google and HomeAdvisor but felt Chris could do the job the best. He took out an old walkway, built a new walkway down a different area in my front yard then added a new retaining wall and granite steps from my driveway to my front door. He also put in a circle kit near my front door and put in a granite mailbox post. Everything came out perfect! Chris is a very hard worker, great communicator and I am very satisfied with the work he did. I would hire him again!"
Response time12 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
S.L. Dionne Landscaping and Lawn Maintenance, LLC
4.5(
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Brick and Stone Driveways & Floors - InstallInterlocking Pavers for Driveways & Floors - Install

Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Customers say: Quality work

"These guys are top-notch. Showed up on time every day, cleaned up the job site daily. These guys really know their business. The retaining wall they constructed exceeded my expectations. Kevin and Rob were a pleasure to deal with. I highly recommend them."
Extensive Walkway and Walls
Cobblestone work, granite threshold
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Cobblestone patio with medalion

+51

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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JW's Landscape Construction, LLC
4.3(
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or ScrapeBrick and Stone Driveways & Floors - InstallGravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape - For Business+1 more

Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John Welch did a great job installing pervious pavers in driveway as required by local planning board. John took care of all aspects of driveway improvement including obtaining proper permits along with accompanying me at the planning board meeting for approval of the driveway project. John also has a very friendly and hard working crew. Highly recommend JW Landscape"
 Paver driveway drainage failing
 Old fronty entry
 New Home with no walkway
 Building a stone wall on the water in Dover
 Landscape timbers falling down

+221

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Pro Services
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Brick and Stone Driveways & Floors - Install

Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed chimney sweep & minor repairs. Scheduling was easy and the guys who showed up were on time and very professional. Work was done well and we’re very happy, will be calling them for all future work on our chimney and HVAC."
Chimney Cap Installation
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Chimney Sweep Project
Fireplaces Project
Chimney Sweep Project

+36

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Asphalt Driveways FAQs, answered by experts

A solid driveway starts with the right asphalt mix, and for most homes, dense-graded hot mix asphalt (HMA) is the most recommended. It’s both durable and flexible, making it a reliable choice for residential use. A properly compacted 2-3 inch layer on a well-prepared crushed stone base will hold up for years. In areas with harsh winters or scorching summers, a slightly modified mix can help prevent cracking and rutting. No matter the climate, quality installation is just as important as the material itself, so hiring an experienced contractor ensures a smooth, long-lasting driveway built to last.

While some areas may allow for a slope of up to 20%, this is often the maximum slope for driveways, with a few exceptions of up to 25%. Other regions may have a maximum of 12%, 15%, or 18%, so check with your local building department to ensure you’re laying a driveway that is up to code for your location.

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.

There’s no single best asphalt grade—it all comes down to where and how it’s used. Highways and heavy-traffic roads need something tough, like polymer-modified asphalt (PMA) or Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA). Local roads and parking lots rely on the Performance Graded (PG) system, chosen based on climate. A PG 64-28 mix, for example, handles a broad temperature range while simpler, more cost-effective mixes are typically enough for residential driveways. The best grade of asphalt depends on traffic, weather, and your budget, which is why a professional’s input is always a smart move before making a decision.

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. 

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