From repaving existing driveways or constructing new, Shiloh Paving serves your residential asphalt needs.
Did you know asphalt (also known as blacktop) is not the only component of a well made driveway? The process of asphalt paving includes four major steps:
- The old blacktop, stone or topsoil is removed and replaced with a layer of crushed stone, known as a sub-base.
- The sub-base is then compacted with a vibratory roller. After the compaction process, a sub-base of six to eight inches deep is left. This material is applied directly on the sub-soil surface.
- If desired, a layer of binder blacktop is added between the sub-base and the wearing course (this is recommended for highly traveled driveways and parking lots). The binder is then compacted to a thickness of about two inches.
- Finally, the wearing coarse is applied and compacted. The thickness of the asphalt can vary from 1½ inches to 2½ inches depending on the binder course application. (See FAQ #1)
After three to five days (depending on the weather conditions) the paved surface will be ready for everyday use. A well made driveway can last over 20 years.
Our residential services include:
- Asphalt paving
- Excavation for foundation of houses, additions or swimming pools
- Sink hole repair
- Utility line installation and repair
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