Fletcher Grading Contractors

2157 Brevard Road   Arden, NC  28704

(828) 654-7777

info@fletchergrading.com

Driveway Construction Service

Driveway Construction

No two driveways are exactly alike.  Fletcher Grading Contractors strives for excellence in driveway construction, because they understand the driveway is the first thing guests see when arriving at your home.  Not only that, driveway design has a lot to do with the value of your home.  Most people carefully consider the location of their house, including the amount of shade it receives, the landscape views, and appropriate ventilation.  The same amount of thought and consideration should also be given to the construction and design of the driveway.

Prior to building a driveway, several considerations must be taken into account, which might include asking yourself the following questions.

• Will you be entertaining large numbers of guests or hosting large events?
• Will you be receiving regular deliveries at your home?
• Do you need room for parking more than your own vehicle?
• Will heavy commercial trucks ever be using your driveway?
• How much money are you willing to commit to your driveway?
• Do you have children who will be driving in the future?
• Have you considered a driveway with adequate room for turning around?
• Are there health issues to consider like aging parents or individuals needing handicapped access?
• Do you live in a geographic location where inclement weather (snow) will cover your driveway frequently?
• Is the soil conducive to a driveway?
• Will you need to have culverts installed alongside the driveway?
• What type of material should you use for the driveway construction?
• What is the lay of the land where the driveway will be built?
• Does the driveway's path cross an area of land that doesn't drain well?
• Is there a clear line of sight for safe entrance onto the public road?

When ready to construct the driveway, the first thing to do is clear the area of all tree roots, grass, and topsoil.  Next, ensure that the underlying ground is compacted, and from there a layer of sub-grade material can be added.  This material might be crushed rock or stone, which in turn also needs to be compacted.

For some, crushed rock is the final layer of a driveway, particularly those individuals who live in rural or mountainous areas.  While others may opt for a cement or paved driveway of some kind.  All driveways need to be constructed in such a way to allow for drainage and runoff, while other considerations might include reinforcement and joint locations (primarily for cement driveways).

No matter what type of driveway is being built, Fletcher Grading Contractors will ensure the highest quality, while preserving as much of the natural surroundings as possible.

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