What questions should you ask an asphalt driveway contractor?

<div><p>When hiring an asphalt paving contractor to install your driveway, ask as many questions up front as possible. Here are a few questions to ask a prospective driveway contractor:</p><ul><li><p>How many years of experience do you have?</p></li><li><p>Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?</p></li><li><p>Do you have worker’s compensation?</p></li><li><p>Do you use subcontractors on your projects?</p></li><li><p>Do you clean up after the job is done?</p></li><li><p>Who is responsible for any damage to lawn or landscaping?</p></li><li><p>Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?</p></li><li><p>Do you give free estimates?</p></li><li><p>What is the timeline for completion?</p></li><li><p>How do you handle change orders?</p></li><li><p>Can you provide at least three references?</p></li><li><p>Can I see some of the work you’ve done?</p></li></ul><p></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: How long does asphalt last?

<div><p>An <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-long-does-an-asphalt-driveway-last.htm">asphalt driveway should last 25 to 30 years</a>, depending on the type of asphalt used, the climate, how well the foundation was prepared, the type of soil under the foundation, and how well you maintain your driveway. Maintaining asphalt by filling cracks and reapplying sealer every few years can help extend the life of your asphalt driveway.</p></div>

Q: What is the price per square foot of asphalt?

<div><p>An <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-asphalt-driveway.htm">asphalt driveway costs</a> about <b>$7 to $15 per square foot</b>, including labor and materials. The cost will vary depending on your location, how thick the base material is, what prep is required, the thickness of the asphalt, and the accessibility of the job site. The national average cost to install an asphalt driveway is about <b>$4,740</b>. </p></div>

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Last update on June 12, 2025

Reviewed in August 2023
K&R Seal Coating filled the cracks and sealed our driveway today. They did an excellent job. The products they used were high quality, and they were very careful near the house and crafted cement patio. We are very pleased with the work they did.
K & R CONCRETE INC
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Reviewed in March 2014
It was good. He was very good, thorough, and I was pleased with the job that he did. They sent one guy out to do the job. He got the job done in about an hour and a half to 2 hours. We had to reschedule one time due to the weather, but everything worked out fine.
JC Premier Seal
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Reviewed in May 2020
It went very well. The driveway looks beautiful. Was done on time and efficiently. We are very happy with the job and working with Joe.
Get-It-Done Paving
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Reviewed in August 2020
Perfect. Owner communicated to me the entire process including who, what, where and when and then executed exactly as he explained it with a competent, professional and very polite crew that went the extra mile. The new driveway looks fantastic and I can't say enough about the owner. He was on...
S&B Asphalt
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Reviewed in October 2013
United Paving Company came highly recommended on Angie's List ... and with good reason. Their initial estimate was fair and in our price range, and the work done was superior in quality. And when their site foreman recognized that the crushed stone driveway really didn't need any additional...
United Paving Company
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Reviewed in June 2015
He returned my initial call promptly. He came out in two days to look at the job. He brought samples. He made constructive suggestions. He was very aware of budget constraints. He came to do the work when he said he would. I called four different companies to come out and do this. Only one other...
Asphalt Services LLC
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Reviewed in December 2016
Merit performed an excellent service. I called a bit late in the season however, they "squeezed" us in due to the approaching cold weather. Great job!
Merit Asphalt
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Reviewed in October 2009
They gave me an estimate right away and told me exactly what to expect. They came out when they said they would come and charged me exactly what they said they would. The quality of their work was good and I was satisfied with their service.
Asphalt Restoration
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Reviewed in August 2011
I had never had blacktop sealed before so I didn't really know what to expect. I know when the bids came in it was less than I could buy materials for at the big box stores and I didn't have to do the work. We had a mini vacation scheduled and they worked it into their schedule so it was ready...
Professional Asphalt Sealcoating
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