When your pavement needs repair, you want to make sure the job is done well. Unfortunately, not all paving contractors are created equal, so going with the first company you find may not be in your best interest. Whether you’re in need of small repairs or total reconstruction, here’s what to look for and be aware of when searching for a paving company.
Do your research.
If you don’t have anyone who can give you recommendations, head online to do some research. Searching “paving company near me” will provide you with several options, and you can check out each website to make sure they’re legitimate. Their website should have examples of their work and should allow you to easily contact them for an estimate.
It’s a good idea to check their social media as well, along with their reviews on Google to see what past clients think of them. Even if they have a couple bad reviews, see how they responded to them. It shows they care about their customers and their experience.
Get quotes.
After researching a few paving contractors in your area, get quotes from the ones that seem the most promising. You can compare pricing and project details, such as how soon they’ll be able to get your project done. If you need any clarification on quotes given, they should also be happy to help talk it over with you. A good paving company will explain the project to you in easy-to-understand terms, not their own paving jargon.
Discuss the materials being used.
Your parking lot may look nice, but if it wasn’t constructed well, then it’s not going to last. If you own a business that involves heavy machinery and frequent traffic on your pavement, you need a special, harder mix to make sure that it can hold that weight.
If you’re reconstructing your parking lot or starting from scratch, you’ll need concrete curbing services done as well. You also need striping done for your lot, and it can be a hassle to hire several different contractors to get the job completed. It’s best to go with a full-service company to save you the headache of going through the process several times.
Metro Paving is a full-service paving company, and we’ve been serving the Twin Cities area since 1988. We’re happy to talk with you about the services we offer and provide a quote so you can make the best decision for your paving needs.