Are you thinking of installing a concrete or asphalt driveway on your property? If so, you most likely have some questions about the process, including how long it takes to complete. When reaching out to your local paving contractor, use this brief guide to help you develop a realistic timeline.

How Much Time Does Driveway Paving Take?

Initial Consultation 

Once you select and get in touch with a paving contractor, they’ll schedule a consultation appointment. This will usually occur within the very same week, depending on your availability. During the appointment, your contractor will test the soil, take lot measurements, and discuss the details of the project with you. They’ll also provide you with a written estimate that includes the costs of all materials and labor. This typically takes no more than a day or two. 

Set a Schedule 

There are several factors that dictate when your driveway paving project will actually begin, including the season, weather conditions, and your contractor’s workload. In most cases, though, driveway paving will begin within approximately two weeks of the consultation appointment. Make plans to park your vehicles elsewhere for the duration of the installation. Inform the neighbors as a courtesy, since there will be noise and unfamiliar people on the property. 

Utilities & Permits

Your paving contractor will also need to mark power and gas lines as a safety precaution, but this usually only takes a few days. In some cases, they may need to get building permits from the city prior to breaking ground on the driveway. If this is the case, prepare to add an additional week or two to the timeline. 

Once the work is finished, an asphalt driveway will need only a couple of days before it’s ready for use, while a concrete driveway requires about a week before it can support vehicles. 

When you need a concrete or asphalt driveway installed in a timely manner, Billy S. Young’s Blacktop Paving will complete the job efficiently and expertly. This paving contractor also offers seal coating and repairs to residential clients throughout Nelson, Augusta, and Rockbridge, VA, counties. Call them at (540) 949-0432 today to speak with a representative about getting a free estimate, and visit them online to learn more about their specialties.