6 Things to Keep in Mind When Picking a Paving Contractor

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A Local Paving Contractor Tells You How To Pick One

Installing pavers is a fantastic way to elevate your home’s curb appeal and give it a unique and interesting look. The options are endless and you can customize your pavers to fit any aesthetic perfectly. But, as with any home improvement project, it’s hard to know how to get started. When you’re shopping around for a local paving contractor, keep these 6 things in mind to ensure you end up with a paver look you love.

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Consider your paving needs

Before you start planning your paver project, make sure you’re clear on what you’re looking for. This means that you need to identify the area that you want to cover with pavers. Make sure you have the dimensions and layout of the area in front of you when calling a paving contractor. If you are redoing your driveway or an area of your front yard, you’ll want to plan a rough design so you can give your paving contractor a good idea of what they’ll be working with.

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You might already have some ideas of the type of paver design you want to go with. If you have your own personal idea in mind, then you can use that to guide the overall layout of your project. Think about the overall design of your outdoor project.  Then consider how you’re going to integrate the pavers so they don’t look like an afterthought

Find some inspiration

Before you start shopping around for a paver contractor, find some inspiration. There are tons of options out there, but you’ll want to narrow it down to one that fits your aesthetic.

 

There are three basic paver installation processes: the strip method, the patio method and the interlocking method. The strip method involves laying pavers side by side, filling in holes and gaps with sand and then smoothing the surface. The patio method involves laying individual pavers in a solid brickwork pattern, filling in the spaces between the pavers with sand, and tamping down the sand. With the interlocking method, pavers are used to create a geometric pattern where each paver is held in place by the others.

 

You want the pavers to be a seamless addition to your house.  An experienced paving contractor will be able to show you how to integrate what you have with what you want.

Ask more than one paving contractor for a quote

 

When shopping around for paving contractors, make sure you gather a few quotes to get a realistic price. If you’re dealing with paving contractors that quote you questionably low prices, you’re only going to be disappointed.

 

The price you pay for your paving project is based on a variety of factors. For example, the surface area you’ll pave is a huge factor. Also, how much prep work is involved with the project. This can include things like removing grass, excavation and backfilling.

 

No matter what your budget is, it’s important to adjust your expectations accordingly. Only use paving contractors that quote you realistic prices and use that as your baseline for comparison.

Do your homework on several local paving contractors

Investigate the reputation and experience of each of the paving contractors you are considering. Talk to a neighbor or a local business that you trust about their experiences with paving contractors in the area. Ask their opinion about the contractor’s reputation on how reliable the contractor is and how well they perform on the job. A good paving contractor should be able to provide several references. Contact the references and find out if the contractor or the crew have performed well on the previous jobs.

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Take experience into consideration

One of the best ways to ensure the success of your paving project is by choosing an experienced professional paving contractor. A contractor with years of experience in the paving business will be able to help you design the perfect project for your needs. They will be able to help you choose a style, color, and material that will match your home and complement other paving materials in the area.

Check your paving contractor's license and insurance

Making sure that a paving contractor is properly licensed and insured will give you peace of mind that your project is being completed to the best standards and that you’re safe should something go wrong. A quick Google search will give you plenty of different ways you can verify your potential paving contractors qualifications.

Installing pavers is an exciting project that will boost your home’s aesthetic and add that individuality factor homeowners are searching for nowadays. When you’re ready to tackle your paving project, fill out the form below or give us a call.  Our professional paving contractors would be more than happy to provide references to past jobs, send you our licensing information, and provide you with all the concrete paver inspiration you could ever ask for!

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