"APAK was the first company to return my inquiry for an estimate. Rebecca set the appointment and was at my house promptly. She did a very thorough job of estimating, and made some helpful suggestions. Neil and his crew were on time, and worked professionally and diligently for the two days to remove gravel, grade the lot, and pave it with asphalt. The edges are beautiful, the rain runoff is perfect, and best of all, my wife loves not driving on the gravel driveway. I've received many compliments on how nice the driveway looks and how thick it is. APAK did a great job. Definitely not the cheapest, but the entire team is engaged to make sure that you receive the full value of your purchase. Highly recommended. "
"Washington Pavements did the best job on paving our asphalt driveway. We are so happy with their work. Joe is very professional, did exactly what we asked, showed up when he said he would, and did a great job. Thanks!"
Concrete driveways can start to develop cracks from harsh weather. That's why more and more people are turning to asphalt driveways. Asphalt can better withstand extreme temperatures without cracking. It is also becoming popular in warm regions.
Whether for a driveway, path, basketball court, or some other surface, asphalt offers other advantages including:
Hiring local asphalt contractors can do more than save you money on materials and transportation costs. Local companies know about the local soil and how to install driveways with good drainage and a strong foundation. This is important because the wrong process makes your driveway vulnerable to shifting, droughts, and sudden rainfall. Look for asphalt installation companies that can also reseal and resurface your driveway to help keep it looking good over the years.
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Asphalt installation costs between $2,900 and $6,300, on average for the typical homeowner. An asphalt driveway costs between $3 and $4 per square foot.
Other cost factors include:
Weather permitting, asphalt completely hardens in six to 12 months. You can walk on a newly laid asphalt driveway after 24 hours. Cars should stay off for three to five days.
Asphalt is an extremely popular material, particularly for driveways. Pros and cons include:
Homeowners with asphalt or driveway installation experience may not need the help of a professional. Most homeowner should hire an asphalt contractor near you to save time and money, and to get the job done right. You should also hire a pro if you are a business owner because they can make sure the project is compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).