"Saul was professional and paid attention to detail. My driveway abuts my house, porch, two cement walks and steps and 2 sides of my garage, as well as having multiple grading and drainage concerns. Saul handled all my concerns to my complete satisfaction."
"From the time we got the estimate to the end of the job we were confident we made the right choice.
Saul gave us the estimate, he pointed out all our concerns about our driveway and explained how they would address them before we mentioned them.
The crew came on time and worked well together. They got right to work starting to remove the old driveway. The work area was kept clean and orderly. When they finished the driveway it looked beautiful!!!
It's a family business and they're a friendly group.
When the time comes to seal it they will have the job
G. PHILLIPS"
"Drew a great job! A pleasure to work with, he even regraded our driveway so it no longer feels like driving up a cliff every time we pull up😀 super pleased and it looks great"
N. LAFOND COMPANY, LLC is a family owned and operated business with 35+ years of experience to offer. We are proud to serve the Capital District and surrounding areas. From removing your drive way, and repaving it to paving parking lots, we offer a variety of services. We are a hardworking and friendly company, who pay close attention to detail. Call us for a FREE estimate. (518) 409-5310
"He gave me a couple quotes, he came over and cleaned everything up. he contacted me weeks later and asked me how things went out. He just made sure everything turned out okay. I would recommend them to others. He has a great price, his price was excellent."
"Eldi came to give me an estimate to repair and replace my walkway from the blacktop driveway to the front porch using colored paving stones. The front concrete steps had sunken so low that it was dangerous to use them. We negotiated the color desired and the price for the walk and the steps. Wow, he and his 2-man crew came the next Saturday, worked all day to perfect the design, and they were done by early Sunday afternoon. Elo was friendly, professional, and his team did excellent work. I would recommend him highly. Everyone who has seen the new sidewalk is astounded at its beauty. The work wasnâ t cheap, but it looks like it cost a lot more. D. Hahn, Castleton"
The answer to whether or not you need to get a permit before you start your driveway can vary widely based on local ordinances and the scope of your driveway ideas. In most urban and suburban areas, a permit is needed before building a new driveway to ensure that a homeowner is using safe materials and proper drainage practices while designing and constructing a new driveway. In some rural areas, a homeowner may not be required to apply for a permit. When building a new driveway on your own, always check with your local building department to see if you need to request a permit. When hiring a driveway contractor, verify that the right permits are being used before driveway construction begins.
Sealing coat asphalt after 6-12 months and then every 2-3 years is recommended.
If you notice minor cosmetic problems with your driveway, you should seal it. Look out for cracks and holes on the surface, faded asphalt or concrete, and stains from oil and other chemicals. Replacing your driveway may be necessary if you’re dealing with significant problems—¼-inch cracks, large potholes, and puddles from drainage issues. The cost to install an asphalt driveway typically ranges between $4,200 and $9,000, significantly more than resealing. Consider talking to a professional to discuss whether resurfacing your driveway—a midway project between resealing and replacing—is a better option for you.
Instead of a set number of types, asphalt comes in variations designed for different needs. Some are categorized by temperature—hot mix, warm mix, and cold mix. Others are sorted by composition, like dense-graded, gap-graded (such as Stone Matrix Asphalt), porous, and mastic asphalt. There are also modified versions with added compounds like polymers, rubber, or emulsions. Instead of focusing on a number, it may be more useful to understand how contractors customize asphalt for durability, climate, and traffic conditions.
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.
The Schuylerville, NY homeowners’ guide to asphalt driveway services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Adding a new asphalt driveway to your home can boost its overall appearance and give homeowners a nice ROI down the line. But how long do asphalt driveways last, and what can you do to maximize their lifespans? Read this guide to find out.
