With its ability to boost a home’s curb appeal while accommodating vehicles, your driveway is one of the most important parts of the home. Since so many different types exist, you should take your time when planning to install or move a driveway. Consider these important factors before making any decisions.

3 Aspects to Think About for Driveway Construction

1. Material

The most popular driveway materials are gravel, asphalt, cement, and pavers. Gravel is affordable and durable, but it will slide down if your driveway has a steep slope. Asphalt and cement offer a number of stylistic options such as coloring, engraving, and grooving, but they may crack or stain over time. Pavers are often considered the most attractive and versatile option, but they tend to be the most expensive. 

2. Shape

You can choose between a straight, curved, or circular driveway. While straight driveways lack the curb appeal of curved and circular driveways, they’re the best option if you don’t have a lot of space. If space isn’t an issue, consider a curved driveway for some unique charm, or a circular driveway if you live on a busy street and don’t like backing out of your driveway.

3. Width

No matter what material or shape you choose, your driveway needs the correct width to function properly. The minimum width for a driveway is usually about 10 to 15 feet. However, if you have a garage, the driveway must be the same width as the garage opening or wider. If the driveway needs to accommodate multiple cars side by side, increase the parking area by 10 feet per vehicle.

When you’re ready to install the driveway of your dreams, turn to Jeff Simek Construction Company in Ogema, WI. With over 25 years of experience, this trusted excavating contractor prepares land for driveways, sidewalks, septic installations, ponds, and more. View all of their services on their website, and call (715) 767-5295 to schedule an estimate today.