Give water a planned route
Excess moisture can weaken pavement support, and freezing can add to the damage. Surface slopes help move runoff away; water below the pavement may need a different solution. The right approach depends on where the water enters and where it can leave.
Before the visit, take photos of pooling during or after rain. Point out the garage threshold, downhill areas, wet edges and any existing drain. Ask the contractor to explain the proposed discharge route as well as the collection point.
Prepare support before paving
The ground and granular base need suitable strength, moisture, grade and compaction before asphalt placement. Soft or unstable areas should be corrected. Putting asphalt over unsatisfactory support does not replace that preparation.
There is no single excavation depth or layer thickness that fits every property. Ask how the proposal accounts for the soil, existing materials, drainage and vehicles using the driveway or lot. Ask for finished, compacted thicknesses in the scope.
Coordinate the whole entrance
A driveway, apron, wall and walkway meet at shared heights. Discuss them together so you understand how the finished surfaces connect and where runoff goes.
Pisa Paving offers paving, masonry, drainage and excavation. A site visit is the place to compare regrading, localized repair, drainage work and paving options for your property.
Quick answers
Will sealcoating fix a low spot?
A surface coating does not change the pavement grade. Ask for an assessment of the low spot and the underlying support before choosing a repair.
Do I automatically need a French drain?
No. Start by identifying the water source and a suitable outlet. Regrading, surface collection or subsurface drainage may suit different conditions.
What should I ask before work starts?
Ask what base preparation is included, how unsuitable ground is handled, where water will discharge, and which permits or approvals need to be confirmed.
Further reading
General guidance from paving and consumer resources. Your property still needs an individual assessment.
