You may never equate improved curb appeal and home re-sale value to a new or refurbished asphalt driveway, but make no mistake, first impressions matter to homebuyers.
If you are looking to upgrade your asphalt driveway, consider stopping by to see Wolf Paving at your local home improvement showcase. Arm yourself with the right questions to ask prospective asphalt contractors in Milwaukee, Waukesha and Madison, and understand what you should look for in an asphalt contractor.
Meet the Wolf Paving Team
If you are planning to head to some local trade and home improvement shows, be sure to stop by our booth and say hello! Here is a list of upcoming events where we will be in attendance:
- Metropolitan Builders Association Home Building & Remodeling Show – January 8-10, 2016 – Milwaukee, WI - Wisconsin State Fair Park
- L&L Exhibition Management 2016 Home Expo – Build, Re-model & Landscape Show - Madison WI - Monona Terrace Convention Center – January 8-10, 2016 booth #510 and February 12-14, booth #811
- NARI Spring Home Improvement Show- Milwaukee, WI - Wisconsin State Fair Park – February 11-14, 2016
- Wisconsin Farm Technology Days – Walworth County – Snudden Farms, Lake Geneva, WI - July 19-21, 2016
Questions to Ask Prospective Asphalt Contractors
It is important that you select an asphalt contractor to meet your individual paving needs. You should ensure that your contractor can knowledgeable answer the following questions:
- What is your level of experience with residential driveways?
- Do you have experience with grading for proper water distribution?
- How do you install the sub-base to improve longevity?
- Do you offer porous asphalt installation to help manage storm water runoff?
- What type of asphalt do you use?
- What type of preventative maintenance do you recommend?
- Do you have referrals I can contact?
Qualities to Look for in a Residential Asphalt Contractor
There are a few key qualities you should look for in a residential asphalt contractor in Madison, Milwaukee and Waukesha.
- Experience:You want to know about their level of expertise as well as past jobs the company has done in your area and of your project size.
- Knowledgeable:Get online and do some research on asphalt contractors in your area. You are looking for a company that is going to be engaged and open with you as a buyer. Be sure to check their website and find out everything you can about the company.
- A Solid Reputation:Has anyone you know ever used them in the past? At the very least, you should ask the company for a few examples of happy clients that can recommend their services.
Do you feel prepared to research and hire the right contractor for you paving needs? Let us know if you have any questions, or request a free quote now!
With 75 years of asphalt paving experience, from highways to driveways, we are your local source for all of your asphalt paving needs.
It’s not too early to request a quote. Get on our list for spring projects! Call Wolf Paving today! For the Milwaukee area, call us at 262-965-2121. For the Madison area, call us at 608-249-7931.
