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Los Amigos Concrete of Henderson TN
5.0(
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Serving Selmer, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Los Amos removed my old concrete driveway, poured and finished a new exposed aggregate drive. They took care to minimize surrounding landscape and did a good job overall. Theentire team was hard working and tried to made every effort to satisfy."
Foundation.
Floor
Pole barn
Pole barn
Pole barn

+47

Response time8 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Gordon Services
4.5(
11
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Serving Selmer, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Joe was the person that dealt with and he was very professional about all the work I need to do.Amd in the future I would hire him again. Thank for a job well done."
Old Culvert
New Culvert
Preparing For New Culvert
Preparing For New Culvert
My work

+60

Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Asphalt Driveways questions, answered by experts

Even with regular maintenance, most driveways don’t last much longer than 30 years. Alligator cracking is a clear warning sign that your driveway’s foundation is failing, and cracks that are deep and wide can let water in, causing more damage. Standing water is another red flag. If your driveway doesn’t drain properly, it’s going to degrade slowly. Finally, if you’re seeing dips or uneven patches, that’s a sign the base layer or soil is shifting. If these issues pop up, it’s time to replace your driveway.

Concrete is typically the best material for a driveway if you’re looking for longevity, cost-effectiveness, and ease of maintenance. But, it’s not ideal for areas with annual freeze-frost cycles, nor is it the most attractive option—although you can get it stamped or painted. If your location is consistently below freezing, asphalt may be a better choice.

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.

The material that’s best for your private road depends on your property, the climate in your area, and your personal preferences. Gravel is an affordable option, but some homeowners don’t like how it looks. It can be a pain to remove snow from, and it requires more ongoing maintenance than asphalt or concrete. However, while these other options require less maintenance and make snow removal a breeze, they’re more expensive and will need repairs from time to time. Ultimately, you’ll have to choose the road material that suits you and your property best.

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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