Sunday, March 17, 2013

Choosing The Right Asphalt Contractor

By Dolores Harrison


Many homeowners can benefit from paving their driveway with asphalt maryland. By doing so, they get rid of the holes and bumps. This will not only add to the appeal of your home, it can make for a smoother ride. Getting your driveway paved will involve choosing the right contractor however this process can be tricky.

Obtaining the names of possible contractors to hire will not be difficult. You can easily get this from your friends or associates or just by looking through advertisements. The tricky part will be in deciding who to hire for this particular project. Start by looking at the website of your prospect so you can obtain more information about the company and their services.

It would be best to stick to contractors who have the credentials. There are many business out there who only want to make a profit but do not care much about what they provide to the customers. Confirm that your prospect is licensed and insured before considering him for the project.

To determine if a contractor is competent enough for the project, take a look at his past projects. You can view photos easily enough since these may be provided in their website. It would be better though if you are able to visit an actual site so you can see and examine the results for yourself.

Requesting for references also gives you an opportunity to get to know the company better. Their clients can tell you if they are satisfied or if they have a complaint with the final product. Discuss if the contractor was able to fulfill their expectations. Checking with consumer organizations can also give you feedback.

The contractor will generally provide an estimate before the work begins. This will give you an idea of how much the paving will cost. Get several estimates so you can determine which contractor is giving you the best value for your money. Be wary of estimates that are way below the typical rates since some make it a practice to add on expenses later on.

These estimates will vary from one contractor to another but you can still compare them if you make the same request to all your prospects. Once you do get this estimate, thoroughly discuss what this estimate includes. Moreover, you should find out if site preparation and site cleanup is already included.

Once you have chosen the best among your prospects, a written agreement should first be signed. The agreement should disclose specific details about the work that is to be done including the responsibilities of the client and the contractor. Go over this document and make sure you are agreeable to all terms before signing.

There are many contractors that can help with paving your driveway with asphalt maryland. To pick the right one, you must look into the contractors credentials, past projects and reputation. Consider if he can provide an affordable service without compromising the quality of his work. For the best deal, take the time to compare several of these contractors.




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Unknown said...

We have a cobble stone path that isn't very old, but is a wreck. I almost want to pave over it. I'm going to ask a few asphalt contractors and see what they think. Maybe get some bids. http://www.starpaving.com/#!asphalt-contractor-albuquerque/cdv