Chicagoland is one of those unique areas of the country where if you drive for 30 minutes, you can easily go from a business district to residential suburban to unincorporated properties to farmland. What we’ve realized over the years is that customers whose properties are rural or unincorporated may not know that gravel is not their only option for a driveway or parking pad. Read more about the options available if you have a rural property (or even just a really long driveway!).

One of the questions we hear often from our clients who are comparing surfaces for a driveway is, “What exactly is asphalt?” Most people can identify an asphalt surface from gravel, concrete, or pavers, but do you know what actually makes up the paving material known as asphalt? It really is an incredible substance, and we’re excited to tell you why!

If you are in the market for a new driveway or parking lot in Naperville or one of the surrounding suburbs, one of the most important decisions is who you will hire to complete the job. There are plenty of asphalt companies in DuPage County, and it can be tricky to determine who to call and how to compare them when you get estimates. We’re here to help with our top tips for comparing asphalt companies.