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Wilson Paving
4.2(
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Serving Baxter, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

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Credit card accepted

"Resurfaced driveway and extended it a bit. They responded immediately to my initial call and were out to give estimate the very next day; started work next working day. At my request, they reduced the estimate with modifications They responded to my dissatisfaction in appearance and returned to "make me happy"."
Response time2 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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IHY Asphalt
3.6(
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Serving Baxter, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went very well. Harry from IHY offered a quote personally in record time. He and his crew came in early the next day and finished the job that day. I could observe the efficiency and expertise with my own eyes and was very impressed. Harry and his brother Isaac have something good going and I would recommend them any time (even my mother :) )"
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Response time2 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Serving Baxter, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, quality work and quality materials. Continued to work during extremely cold weather and finished work within a reasonable time frame. Will give a follow up review in March when they come back to stain the steps once the pressure treated wood has dried out. They exceeded my expectation."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Asphalt Driveways questions, answered by experts

The three most common types of asphalt are hot asphalt, MC cold mix, and UPM asphalt. Hot asphalt is used most often for paving and patching roadways while it’s hot and workable. MC cold mix asphalt cures more slowly than hot asphalt, but it can be used for temporary patches and repairs in low-traffic areas. UPM is also used cold, but it can be used as a longer-term fix, usable in almost any conditions at almost any temperature.

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. 

Think of the street as a way to capture all the elements on either side of the road, including the road—a street encompasses the homes or other buildings, the trees, and the road of a given area as defined by the beginning and end of the street on a map. A roadway, however, is the component of the street where cars travel.

New asphalt typically needs 24 to 72 hours to dry before it can handle light foot traffic and careful driving. Although it may appear solid after a few days, the full curing process, where the asphalt reaches its peak strength, takes much longer—generally from 30 days to a year.

During this extended curing time, the surface remains relatively soft and can be damaged by heavy vehicles, sharp objects, or high temperatures. To protect your investment, it's best to avoid parking heavy machinery on the asphalt until it has fully cured.

The exact time required for drying and curing depends on several factors, including the weather, the specific asphalt mix, and its thickness. For the most accurate advice tailored to your situation, consult with your asphalt contractor.

Three inches is a great thickness for a residential asphalt driveway that sees minimal to moderate traffic from cars, SUVs, and pickup trucks. However, a thicker driveway can better withstand the weight of a heavier vehicle, such as a trailer or a recreational vehicle. If you drive a heavy vehicle on a thin driveway, you risk cracking and damaging it.

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