Frequently Asked Questions
Resurfacing is a process that involves installing a new asphalt layer over the driveway. It freshens up the driveway surface while still using the existing foundation. On the other hand, sealcoating adds a protective sealant layer to the asphalt driveway. This layer protects the asphalt driveway from salt, gas, water, oil, and UV rays. Generally, it preserves the lifespan of your driveway.
How long a driveway lasts depends on the quality of installation and the care and maintenance it receives. With proper maintenance and care, including regular resealing every few years, a driveway should last about 20 years before it needs major repairs.
Cutting the roots of a tree won’t kill it. However, if the anchor roots are cut, the tree can easily tip over.
If you have a county or city apron (the first 15 feet of the driveway that connects to a publicly maintained street) and you are not changing its dimensions, you generally do not need a permit, but you may still require HOA approval. If you are extending or expanding the driveway into the city or public property, a permit may be necessary.
Yes, you can widen the driveway apron. However, you may need a permit. The widening process involves assessing the site for drainage, compacting, leveling, and installing paving material.
No. In fact, the summer heat prevents the asphalt from hardening fast, allowing our team to pour and spread the asphalt surface properly for quality results.
Not entirely because state highways are successfully paved even in sub-freezing temperatures. However, not all paving projects can be completed under similar conditions.
Most asphalt driveways can be resurfaced (new layer), but if the existing driveway is uneven, cracked, too thin, or made from concrete, then a complete excavation is required.
After the new asphalt layer has cured, sealcoating should be done to protect the driveway from extreme temperatures, sunlight, and other weather elements. After the first sealing, you should reseal the driveway every two years.
If not done right, they can be. As such, we excavate all joints, including those at the walkways, street, and garage, to avoid trip hazards. The excavation also helps to drain water from the garage.
A new layer of asphalt will add 2 inches of height to the driveway along the grass line. To stabilize the edges, we recommend backfilling them with some dirt.
Yes, your tires will mark the asphalt, especially when it’s hot and before it’s fully cured. Fortunately, the tire marks are temporary.
Yes, you can through the use of color additives. However, color additives increase the driveway installation price. We use quality pigments and mix properly to avoid compromising the structural integrity of your driveway. Without the help of an experienced professional, we recommend against colored driveways.
Asphalt driveways are black because of bitumen, a black, petroleum-based product that holds the asphalt together. Over time, the bitumen is eroded, and the driveway color changes to gray.
A compacted asphalt driveway has 10% of air voids. If a grass seed gets stuck in the void, it can germinate. The best approach is to uproot the grass or use a pesticide.
It depends on how long you plan to keep the property and your budget. Just be mindful that if the damage isn’t fixed, it’ll turn into a costly repair. Resurfacing is ideal for driveways that have 25% of their surface covered in moderate and light damage, while replacement is perfect if there are ¼-inch wide cracks and large potholes.
No. However, your asphalt driveway can be seal-coated to maintain a uniform color between the patch/repair and the existing surface. Unfortunately, the texture will always be different.
There’s no legal standard for driveway construction. As such, contractors are free to use different materials and techniques to deliver on your project. To guarantee quality, inspect the experience and qualification of the contractor and the contract you receive.
