Do I need a permit to repave my driveway?

• <div><p>In most cases, you don’t need a permit to repave your driveway, although some exceptions exist. If you’re widening your driveway and plan on widening the apron as well, you’ll usually need a permit from the Department of Transportation in your area. This permit costs between <b>$50 and $300</b> in most cases. Most municipalities will also require a certified and insured contractor do the work relating to the apron and curb cut. You can contact your building department or ask your paving company if you need a permit. Your driveway professional will usually pull the permit for you.</p></div>

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Q: Is asphalt the same as tarmac?

• <div><p>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&mdash;a byproduct of crude oil&mdash;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 &ldquo;tarmac&rdquo; are actually asphalt. So, while the names may overlap, the key distinction lies in the binder&mdash;tar for tarmac and bitumen for asphalt.</p></div>

Q: Can you lay stepping stones on uneven ground?

• <div><p>The stones do not work well on uneven ground. If the stones are not buried into the ground and made level upon installation, they almost certainly will shift or crack on uneven ground. Additionally, rainwater or water from sprinklers can run under the edge of an uneven paver, causing erosion. In a freeze and thaw cycle, trapped water under the paver can cause the problem to worsen by shifting the stepping stones around. Use a bubble level to make sure the ground under each paver is as even as possible, even if the nearby ground is uneven. </p></div>

Q: Is it worth it to install a heated driveway?

• <div><p>Whether it's worth it to install a heated driveway depends on how often you'll use it, your lifestyle, and your budget. If you live in a mild climate with little snowfall, then installing a built-in heated driveway system may not be worth it. If you live in a region that experiences mild snowfall, then a portable mat could work better. However, if you live in a region with heavy snowfall, it makes sense to invest in a built-in heated driveway. </p></div>

Q: Do I need a permit to repave my driveway?

• <div><p>In most cases, you don&rsquo;t need a permit to repave your driveway, although some exceptions exist. If you&rsquo;re widening your driveway and plan on widening the apron as well, you&rsquo;ll usually need a permit from the Department of Transportation in your area. This permit costs between <b>$50 and $300</b> in most cases. Most municipalities will also require a certified and insured contractor do the work relating to the apron and curb cut. You can contact your building department or ask your paving company if you need a permit. Your driveway professional will usually pull the permit for you.</p></div>

Q: How fast does a milled asphalt driveway set?

• <div><p>Your driveway contractor will probably recommend that you avoid driving on your new millings driveway for up to a week. Keeping pressure off the freshy applied millings will help the driveway to bind together. While the sun is helpful for binding millings, hotter weather can actually make the curing process take longer.</p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2025
Pete's Absolute Asphalt paved my driveway. They were on time and on point. A crew of 10 showed up and completed the job to my satisfaction (and Pete's!) Pete was there to supervise the entire process. The job turned out wonderful and I would certainly use his services again, and...
Pete's Absolute Asphalt
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Reviewed in June 2024
R&R Handyman Services did great work; courteous, prompt, & considerate. We would recommend using R&R for a variety of work; interior & exterior.
R & R Handyman Services
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Reviewed in August 2023
Great prompt service. Will use Eugene again.
Twin Tier Tree Service & Landscaping
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Reviewed in June 2023
Everything was amazing. Great fast service and they were able to fit us in on very short notice. Highly highly recommend.
Syracuse Trailer & Moving
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Reviewed in May 2019
I found Lambert & Sons through a quick google search for paving companies in the area. I had checked with a few other services, but they hadn’t worked out. When I called Lambert, they sent out the current son in the company (Samuel Lambert) the next day. He was polite and straightforward, more...
Lambert & Sons Paving
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Reviewed in May 2016
Sheesley's Sewer Service provided prompt and professional service. Our 1,000 gallon septic tank was pumped for $235. And there was a $15 truck charge. We would use them again.
SHEESLEY'S SEWER SVC INC
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Reviewed in June 2015
I have used Barnes Piano services before, specifically Darin Beery who performed extensive work on my piano last year to bring it back to life. Darin is, simple put, great - a master of his craft and very engaging as well. I could not be more satisfied and will continue to use Darin's services...
Signature Piano Service
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Reviewed in June 2014
I found them on BBB and I was also noting their name on the phone book. They are out of this area not directly from Corning but from the area. I had three people come with quotes and theirs was in between. Christy's actually put four inches down in some places. The other company wanted to...
Christy Paving & Excavating LLC
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Reviewed in June 2014
The quote was $3200. Their quote was good but they were actually going to put two inches down and the other company actually put four inches down in some places. They wanted to start the next day, but I understand that the paving companies weren’t quite open yet and I would be getting cold...
E STANLEY PAVING
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Reviewed in November 2013
First of all, they appeared unannounced a week early before the scheduled appointment and inconvenienced my family since we could get no cars out of the garage while they worked. They haphazardly rushed through the job and left at noon. They assured me that this material was like the last job...
LOVELESS BLACKTOP & LNDSCPNG
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