Is it better to cut asphalt wet or dry?

• <div><p>Wet cutting is usually the preferred method. It controls dust, which helps protect your lungs and makes for a cleaner working environment. Plus, the water cools the blade, preventing overheating and prolonging its life while providing smoother, more precise cuts. The downside is the mess—water and asphalt sludge can be messy to clean. Dry cutting, though convenient if water isn’t available, creates a lot of dust, which can be harmful. This also increases the risk of blade damage due to overheating. So, if you have the option, wet cutting is the better method for most asphalt jobs. </p></div>

How thick should an asphalt driveway be?

• <div><p>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-asphalt-driveway.htm">install a new asphalt driveway</a> over an existing driveway, the new asphalt should be at least 2 inches thick and the existing driveway should be in relatively good condition.</p></div>

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Q: What do you put between pavers and concrete?

• <div><p>You should place a layer of thick landscaping fabric directly over the concrete slab and then a thin layer of leveling sand over that to protect the pavers from moisture. For border pavers, you should plan on locking them in place with polyurethane adhesive. This will prevent them from shifting under foot traffic.</p></div>

Q: Can you just lay stepping stones on top of grass?

• <div><p>Although you could try to lay stepping stones directly over grass, which speeds up the installation process significantly, this method often leads to a poor result over time. Even heavy paver stones will eventually slide or shift on top of the grass. Digging into the ground and following the steps we listed is the best way to lay stepping stones for a long-lasting result.</p></div>

Q: Can I lay pavers on top of grass?

• <div><p>Yes, but it's best to kill off the grass with solarization and remove the dead plant matter before laying down the pavers. This helps limit the chance of your pavers shifting as the dead plant matter decomposes.</p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2025
Excellent service. Knowledgeable, good communication, professional and quick service. I was very pleased with this company and would use them again. They fixed an outdoor drainage problem. Called them on a Sunday and it was fixed on Monday.
Capital Region Plumbing and Heating Services, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2024
Ed was very knowledgeable and performed the service very professionally
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Reviewed in January 2016
Technician provided excellent service at a fair price.
Greene Overhead Door
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Reviewed in January 2015
Overall, the job was satisfactory. A price was agreed upon and a contract signed on the day the estimator arrived to survey what needed to be done. It was explained Hulme had bought out the paving company that would be doing the work and the people doing the paving were experienced and...
EDWARD HULME INC
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Reviewed in November 2014
They were fabulous. Their services are top-notch. He did good quality parts at a discount. That was great.
Impex G.A.E., LTD.
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Reviewed in March 2014
This was all accomplished with a telephone call to Pam who set up the job and mailed me a bill. I'm very happy with the service I receive from them.
ALLEN & PALMER TRUE VALUE
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Reviewed in March 2013
They were very responsive to my need for a prompt service appointment. He worked so hard, I was so please with his work and diligence that I even tipped him!
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Reviewed in September 2005
WONDERFUL CUSTOMER SERVICE. PROMPT AND PROFESSIONAL.
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