With over 15 years of experience, JADS Construction Masonry & Pavers will exceed your expectations. We take pride in being attentive to detail and making each project customizable to your needs. With our professionalism, timeliness, and efficiency, you'll never want to look for another hardscape provider again! And of course, there are no jobs too big or small. We love what we do and will be glad to help you with any of your needs. Give us a call anytime!
"They did a great job."
John V on May 2023
With over 15 years of experience, JADS Construction Masonry & Pavers will exceed your expectations. We take pride in being attentive to detail and making each project customizable to your needs. With our professionalism, timeliness, and efficiency, you'll never want to look for another hardscape provider again! And of course, there are no jobs too big or small. We love what we do and will be glad to help you with any of your needs. Give us a call anytime!
"They did a great job."
John V on May 2023
Best Stone Makers, LLC, 609-462-9667 has been servicing the Mercer County and surrounding areas of NJ since 2005. Best Stone Makers is a family owned and operated business. Davinson Gallardo is the owner operator and prides himself and the business on their hard work ethic, friendly customer service, and expertise. We specialize in brick and stone, landscaping, and pavers. Please give us a call today!
"This contractor was very good in repairing a crack in my foundation. The contractor was on time, finished the job within the estimated time and was in constant communication with me. I will highly recommend him for similar jobs."
Mira J on June 2025
Best Stone Makers, LLC, 609-462-9667 has been servicing the Mercer County and surrounding areas of NJ since 2005. Best Stone Makers is a family owned and operated business. Davinson Gallardo is the owner operator and prides himself and the business on their hard work ethic, friendly customer service, and expertise. We specialize in brick and stone, landscaping, and pavers. Please give us a call today!
"This contractor was very good in repairing a crack in my foundation. The contractor was on time, finished the job within the estimated time and was in constant communication with me. I will highly recommend him for similar jobs."
Mira J on June 2025
Committed to excellence, we offer friendly service, superior quality & our customers always come first. Call us for a free estimate. We accept Visa & Mastercard for our valued customers. A reminder - CPD Quality Construction, Inc. does not work with stamped concrete, tiles & wood. Our company's minimum charge is $1,400.00 https://www.tciconnection.com/internetApp/app?key=35c28628237c303410a6f783cd4df35204
"When it rains will see how good a job they done"
Dana L on October 2024
Committed to excellence, we offer friendly service, superior quality & our customers always come first. Call us for a free estimate. We accept Visa & Mastercard for our valued customers. A reminder - CPD Quality Construction, Inc. does not work with stamped concrete, tiles & wood. Our company's minimum charge is $1,400.00 https://www.tciconnection.com/internetApp/app?key=35c28628237c303410a6f783cd4df35204
"When it rains will see how good a job they done"
Dana L on October 2024
Riptide Contracting, LLC, is a NJ Masonry company serving the Jersey Shore and NJ areas since 2004. We specialize in Concrete, Stampcrete, Pavers, and so much more. For 3 generations we have been rebuilding the Shore and we will be offering our services for years to come. Our goal is to provide the best services for your home and property alike. We treat your home like it's our own. Riptide Contracting, LLC, strives for excellence in all of our divisions. On top of Concrete, Masonry and Asphalt, Riptide offers all phases of home improvements, Decks, renovations, new homes, kitchen and bath, general construction, land design and scapes, masonry, and so much more.
"Eric was great- very prompt and professional. He installed a concrete ribbon driveway, new sidewalks and curb. Excellent job. Would hire again."
Nancy C on July 2019
Riptide Contracting, LLC, is a NJ Masonry company serving the Jersey Shore and NJ areas since 2004. We specialize in Concrete, Stampcrete, Pavers, and so much more. For 3 generations we have been rebuilding the Shore and we will be offering our services for years to come. Our goal is to provide the best services for your home and property alike. We treat your home like it's our own. Riptide Contracting, LLC, strives for excellence in all of our divisions. On top of Concrete, Masonry and Asphalt, Riptide offers all phases of home improvements, Decks, renovations, new homes, kitchen and bath, general construction, land design and scapes, masonry, and so much more.
"Eric was great- very prompt and professional. He installed a concrete ribbon driveway, new sidewalks and curb. Excellent job. Would hire again."
Nancy C on July 2019
At P&G Masonry, we are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no obligation estimate!
"If you're looking for quality and perfection you will find it here. The owner and his crew go to any length to exceed expectations to make sure the job is done professionally and to your satisfaction. You will also find them a pleasure to work with."
Jackie F on October 2023
At P&G Masonry, we are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no obligation estimate!
"If you're looking for quality and perfection you will find it here. The owner and his crew go to any length to exceed expectations to make sure the job is done professionally and to your satisfaction. You will also find them a pleasure to work with."
Jackie F on October 2023
Quality 1st Basement Systems has been helping homeowners improve their homes for over 20 years. We have currently helped over 6,000 homeowners with All Things Basementy by designing effective solutions for their home’s needs. Whether our homeowners are interested in waterproofing a wet basement, fixing cracked foundation walls, insulating their crawl spaces, finishing their basements with mold-resistant materials, and raising concrete slabs, we can help! We’re currently the largest waterproofing company serving both residential and commercial clients in the tri-state area and are continuing to grow. As a member of the internationally renowned Basement Systems, Inc. network and Foundation Supportworks, Inc. network, we have global resources, but provide local service! The Basement Systems network thoroughly trains our employees at the Basement Systems, Inc. corporate headquarters in CT. Our hard work and dedication to our customers have earned us an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and several Super Service Awards from Angie’s List. We service most of New Jersey, all 5 boroughs of New York City and certain parts of Pennsylvania. Thousands of homeowners have experienced the Quality 1st Basement Systems difference. We invite you to do your homework and check out our credentials and compare. Put our experience and integrity to work protecting your investment. Our reputation exceeds all others because of our culture of WOW customer service.
"Everything went smoothly"
Hector R on December 2023
Quality 1st Basement Systems has been helping homeowners improve their homes for over 20 years. We have currently helped over 6,000 homeowners with All Things Basementy by designing effective solutions for their home’s needs. Whether our homeowners are interested in waterproofing a wet basement, fixing cracked foundation walls, insulating their crawl spaces, finishing their basements with mold-resistant materials, and raising concrete slabs, we can help! We’re currently the largest waterproofing company serving both residential and commercial clients in the tri-state area and are continuing to grow. As a member of the internationally renowned Basement Systems, Inc. network and Foundation Supportworks, Inc. network, we have global resources, but provide local service! The Basement Systems network thoroughly trains our employees at the Basement Systems, Inc. corporate headquarters in CT. Our hard work and dedication to our customers have earned us an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and several Super Service Awards from Angie’s List. We service most of New Jersey, all 5 boroughs of New York City and certain parts of Pennsylvania. Thousands of homeowners have experienced the Quality 1st Basement Systems difference. We invite you to do your homework and check out our credentials and compare. Put our experience and integrity to work protecting your investment. Our reputation exceeds all others because of our culture of WOW customer service.
"Everything went smoothly"
Hector R on December 2023
With years of professional home improvement experience, NJ Select Construction is a family owned and operated business that is licensed to handle all of your home improvement needs! We specialize in Hardscaping & Pavers, Retaining Walls, Chimneys and much, much more! Contact us today for your free estimate, we look forward to serving you!
"NJ Select did an amazing job! Vinny was knowledgeable and professional and his crew did amazing work! We had a very large deck that was falling apart and needed to be taken down. The guys did all the demo and removal. We replaced it with a beautiful paver patio with a fire pit and walkway to our daughter's dance studio. They also built a large pergola we purchased for us, that was no easy task. It was a big job and they were pros throughout. We will definitely be using them for projects in the future!"
DENNIS s on May 2025
With years of professional home improvement experience, NJ Select Construction is a family owned and operated business that is licensed to handle all of your home improvement needs! We specialize in Hardscaping & Pavers, Retaining Walls, Chimneys and much, much more! Contact us today for your free estimate, we look forward to serving you!
"NJ Select did an amazing job! Vinny was knowledgeable and professional and his crew did amazing work! We had a very large deck that was falling apart and needed to be taken down. The guys did all the demo and removal. We replaced it with a beautiful paver patio with a fire pit and walkway to our daughter's dance studio. They also built a large pergola we purchased for us, that was no easy task. It was a big job and they were pros throughout. We will definitely be using them for projects in the future!"
DENNIS s on May 2025
Specializing in paving and masonry services, we have the experience to get the job done right! We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"I initially just wanted my asphalt driveway replaced with paver borders. But as I watched how beautiful the driveway pavers were looking, I decided to replace my concrete sidewalk with pavers. John gave me ideas of the color to choose and it came out perfect. The new driveway and pavers look amazing. John and his team were very knowledgeable and professional. They took their time answered any questions or concerns. I will definitely be calling Pro Vision back for future paving needs. You will be extremely happy with John and his Team."
Henrietta H on April 2025
Specializing in paving and masonry services, we have the experience to get the job done right! We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"I initially just wanted my asphalt driveway replaced with paver borders. But as I watched how beautiful the driveway pavers were looking, I decided to replace my concrete sidewalk with pavers. John gave me ideas of the color to choose and it came out perfect. The new driveway and pavers look amazing. John and his team were very knowledgeable and professional. They took their time answered any questions or concerns. I will definitely be calling Pro Vision back for future paving needs. You will be extremely happy with John and his Team."
Henrietta H on April 2025
Pepe Paving is a highly reputable Mason Contractor, specializing in the design and installation of paving stones and concrete for residential homes and commercial properties throughout North Jersey. If you choose to have us work on your next home improvement project please mention you found us on Angie's List and we will take 5% off the cost of the project. Contact us today!
"It was a wonderful service. They came on time, were professional and they did a great job."
Jessica T on January 2023
Pepe Paving is a highly reputable Mason Contractor, specializing in the design and installation of paving stones and concrete for residential homes and commercial properties throughout North Jersey. If you choose to have us work on your next home improvement project please mention you found us on Angie's List and we will take 5% off the cost of the project. Contact us today!
"It was a wonderful service. They came on time, were professional and they did a great job."
Jessica T on January 2023
Landscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Vially is very professional and got back to me quickly with several of the quotes I had asked for. He got the work done fast and stayed on buget."
Robert L on October 2024
Landscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Vially is very professional and got back to me quickly with several of the quotes I had asked for. He got the work done fast and stayed on buget."
Robert L on October 2024
Think of cement as the glue and concrete as the finished product. Cement is a powdered mix of heated limestone and clay. When you blend that powder with water, sand, and gravel, it hardens into concrete—the strong, durable material used for driveways, patios, and foundations. In other words, every concrete slab contains cement, but cement on its own isn’t strong enough for a driveway.
The price to install an asphalt driveway is $7 to $13 per square foot, slightly less than concrete. However, asphalt requires more maintenance than concrete and does not last as long. This shortened lifespan and increased need for maintenance make concrete a more economical choice in the long term, but ultimately, the choice is up to each consumer.
Most residential driveways do fine with a four‑inch slab. If you’ll park heavy trucks or RVs, bumping up to six or even eight inches adds strength and wards off cracks. Thicker concrete costs more up front, but it can save you repair bills later by standing up to bigger loads and freeze‑thaw stress.
Concrete driveways and asphalt driveways differ in material composition and performance. A concrete driveway is engineered for lasting durability and versatile design options, while an asphalt driveway is more economical initially, yet demands increased maintenance over time. Concrete surfaces provide extensive aesthetic choices and an extended lifespan, making them a strong investment for high-traffic areas.
A concrete driveway endures for 25 to 30 years with proper maintenance and installation. A concrete driveway lasts long because its durable composition and robust construction provide excellent resistance to wear and weather. High-quality installation, regular cleaning, and timely sealing all contribute to extending its lifespan and maintaining performance over decades.