FAQs
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WHAT DO I NEED TO DO AFTER RECEIVING MY ESTIMATE?
Review the proposal, if you are satisfied with it call the office sign the proposal and either fax , mail or email it to us.
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WHAT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS ON MY ESTIMATE?
Check the page “frequently asked questions” if this does not answer your question, please call our office.
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HOW LONG AFTER SIGNING MY PROPOSAL WILL I BE SCHEDULED?payment methods do you accept?
Usually within 1-2 weeks.
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HOW IS ASPHALT ESTIMATED?
Asphalt is usually measured by the square foot, sometimes by yards.
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WHAT TEMPERATURE IS SUITABLE FOR LAYING ASPHALT?
As long as weather permits ,the temperature is 40 degrees and above and the ground is dry and thawed.
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HOW MANY INCHES OF ASPHALT DO I NEED?
The general rule of thumb is a minimum of 3 inches over stone and 11/2 - 2 inches over existing asphalt or concrete.
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WHY IS ASPHALT LESS EXPENSIVE THAN CONCRETE?
Because concrete requires three contractors, excavator, carpenter, and a finisher. Labor and materials cost more.
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HOW LONG DOES ASPHALT USUALLY LAST?
Approximately 15-20 years… also depending on how you take care of it.
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WHAT IS RESURFACING?
Resurfacing is a top layer of fine surface asphalt , usually 2 ½ inches thick that is placed on top of the existing asphalt.
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HOW LONG DO I NEED TO STAY OFF OF MY NEW PAVED DRIVEWAY?
You may walk on newly paved asphalt after it has been rolled and compressed. Usually within 1-3 days you can drive on it depending if the outside temperatures are very hot.
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WHY SHOULD I GET MY DRIVEWAY SEALCOATED?
Seal coating will extend the life of your driveway. It will help cracks from becoming larger. We recommend you seal your driveway every other year.
