Finding someone for commercial parking lot repair or driveway paving can be stressful. Ultimately, our Southeastern MI asphalt contractors recommend you do your research before hiring a company you feel comfortable working with.
Here are some questions you should consider when .
1. Who Owns the Equipment?
Sticking to your budget is important. A contractor that has to rent asphalt paving equipment is subject to price fluctuations, making your estimate vulnerable to changes in the market. Eliminate unknown expenses by hiring a contractor who owns their equipment.
At Allied Construction, we own and operate state-of-the-art paving equipment for our clients. We don’t have to rent, which means we get to pass those savings on to you.
2. What Experience Do They Have?
During your search for an , you should ask about their prior experience with projects similar to yours. For example, a contractor who only has experience paving residential driveways may not be the best candidate for sealcoating a parking lot.
You should also make sure you find out how many years the company has been in the asphalt business. There are plenty of asphalt companies that have been in the industry for decades — after all, the first asphalt roads in the U.S. were built all the way back in the 1870s. It may not be wise to trust a new company without at least some kind of record of successful jobs under their belt. Older companies have seen a thing or two and will be able to match their experience to your needs.
For example, Allied Construction has been helping clients for over 50 years since 1972. We pave millions of square feet per year, and our average employee has 15 years of experience in the industry. Additionally, all of our senior leaders and foremen have been here for 20 years or more.
3. What Do Previous Clients Say About Them?
It’s easy enough to check out online reviews for an asphalt company. However, how many of these reviews can you actually trust?
A dishonest contractor may write their own reviews or enlist the help of family members and friends. Sometimes, competing companies will even write false negative reviews just to detract business from their competitors.
While online reviews can be a great starting point in your research, you’ll need to do more to get accurate information. The most reliable way to get to know a company better is to talk with their past clients.
A reputable asphalt paving contractor will be able to hand you a list of their past clients along with their contact information. Since past clients have no motivation to lie, they can give you an accurate picture of the quality of work the company does and the level of their customer service.
You’ll also want to make sure that these references are current. A company that did good work 10 years ago may not offer the same quality of service now. If a friend or family member has recently had their driveway repaved and were happy with the results, you may want to ask them who they used.
Choose an Asphalt Contractor You Can Trust
Finding a trustworthy asphalt contractor to do quality work is important. Our asphalt contractors serving Southeastern Michigan are happy to help clients maintain asphalt pavements that are both safe and functional. We service Clarkston, Brighton/Howell, Milford, Lapeer, and the surrounding areas. Call Allied Construction today or contact us online for a free estimate.
This blog post has been updated.