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Concrete Driveway Construction & Paving – Minneapolis, St. Paul, MN

Concrete driveways are a very popular option for many homeowners. One of the biggest attractions for choosing concrete is that concrete driveways can be decorated in ways that an asphalt driveway cannot. As a Minneapolis St. Paul area homeowner, you may be considering a concrete driveway, but are concerned with how concrete holds up to our Minnesota weather.

At Richfield Blacktop, we are experts in all kinds of concrete and asphalt paving work, and can help you understand the benefits and drawbacks of both types of driveway construction and paving. Whichever you choose, you can count on Richfield Blacktop to do a great job in creating your new driveway or other project. For more information about concrete driveways, please visit: Minnesota Concrete Driveways

Concrete Driveways vs. Asphalt Driveways in Minnesota

Concrete Driveway Paving Concrete and asphalt are the two most popular types of material for paving driveways. Asphalt driveways and concrete driveways both have distinct advantages. If you live in the Twin Cities and are considering a concrete driveway, let us determine the ideal sub-base for your particular location, and assess your current sub-base. Without a proper sub-base, you run the risk of the driveway cracking due to winter freeze and thaw cycles. If you are replacing an asphalt driveway with concrete, your current sub-base may be adequate, due to the high natural strength of concrete. Also, concrete is susceptible to salt damage, a material frequently used on Minnesota roads.

Asphalt driveways are typically less expensive to install than concrete driveways. However, asphalt driveways need significantly more care over time to protect them. Asphalt paved driveways need to be sealed at least once every 3-5 years. Asphalt driveways, if maintained can typically last 15-30 years. Concrete driveways can last even longer, when properly sealed and maintained. So why do some property owners choose concrete over asphalt for their driveways? There are several reasons:

  • Appearance: A driveway is the first thing people see when they visit your home. Many people like the look and feel of a concrete driveway, especially with some of decorative aspects like exposed aggregate concrete. In addition, many neighborhoods feature concrete driveways, so matching the look is important.
  • Long Term Cost: Although the initial cost of concrete is more than asphalt, concrete will last as much as three times as long as asphalt. This makes concrete cheaper in the long run with less maintenance, resurfacing, and replacement costs.
  • Neighborhood Compatibility – In many Twin Cites neighborhoods, concrete driveways are especially popular. In some developments, they may even be required. Maintaining the look of your neighborhood may be a factor in your decision.
  • Comfort: A concrete driveway is more comfortable and cleaner to walk on with bare feet. This is especially true in the summer. Concrete won’t heat up in the sun or soften like asphalt.

Other Uses of Concrete Paving

Driveways aren’t the only way Richfield Blacktop uses concrete. We’re experts in building many other concrete projects for your property. Among these are:

  • Patios – Concrete is a very popular material for patios for outdoor entertaining.
  • Walkways – Attractive walkways are always a valuable addition.
  • Steps, Curbs, Porches – We’re experts in these projects, too.
  • Garage Floors – Let us repair or replace your cracked or worn garage floor.

Richfield Blacktop: The Bottom Line is Quality

Whether you choose an asphalt or concrete driveway, or are considering another paving job, Richfield Blacktop is your best choice in the entire Minneapolis St. Paul Metro Area. Our expertise in both types of paving has been honed by thousands of projects since 1954. We’re dedicated to quality work, complete customer satisfaction, and competitive pricing for every project. Contact us today about your driveway and paving needs. One of our expert driveway and paving consultants will come to your property, assess your project, discuss your options, and provide a free no-obligation estimate of pricing. We know that when you compare paving companies, we’ll be your first and best choice. Let us show you why.