Concrete, Paving & Driveways near you: costs, licensing & how to hire
Asphalt, concrete and gravel driveways, patios and sealcoating — from a local crew, not a truck with "leftover asphalt." Below: what paving and concrete contractors do, what they cost, how to check a license, and the questions to ask before you hire.
What paving and concrete contractors do
The jobs people hire paving and concrete contractors for most.
Asphalt driveways
New driveways, overlays and resurfacing.
Concrete work
Driveways, patios, sidewalks, steps and slabs.
Gravel driveways
New gravel drives, regrading and culverts for rural roads.
Sealcoating
Protecting asphalt every few years.
Crack and pothole repair
Fixing damage before it spreads.
Drainage and grading
Sloping water away from the house and drive.
How much do paving and concrete contractors cost?
Typical national price ranges. Prices in your town will vary, so always get a written quote.
| Job | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Asphalt driveway | $3 – $7 per sq ft | $1,800–$4,200 for 600 sq ft |
| Concrete driveway | $4 – $8 per sq ft | $2,400–$4,800 for 600 sq ft |
| Gravel driveway | $1 – $3 per sq ft | $600–$1,800 for 600 sq ft |
| Sealcoating | $1 – $2 per sq ft | $400–$800 for 400 sq ft |
Source: HomeGuide driveway cost (2025) and driveway sealing cost. Checked 2026-10-03.
Does a paving contractor need a license?
Paving and concrete work is usually covered by state contractor licensing or registration. California has separate license classes for paving (C-12) and concrete (C-8). Washington's Attorney General tells homeowners to make sure a paver is registered with the state Department of Labor and Industries.
Sources: CSLB license classifications · Beware asphalt paving scams (Washington AG)
Show the licensing board for every state
| State | Contractor licensing agency | Lookup |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | Alabama Licensing Board for General Contractors | Look it up → |
| Alaska | Alaska Dept of Commerce — Construction Contractors | Look it up → |
| Arizona | Arizona Registrar of Contractors | Look it up → |
| Arkansas | Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board | Look it up → |
| California | California Contractors State License Board | Look it up → |
| Colorado | Municipal — varies by jurisdiction | Look it up → |
| Connecticut | CT Department of Consumer Protection | Look it up → |
| Delaware | Delaware Division of Revenue | Look it up → |
| Florida | Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board | Look it up → |
| Georgia | Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors | Look it up → |
| Idaho | Idaho Contractors Board | Look it up → |
| Illinois | Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation | Look it up → |
| Indiana | Municipal — varies | Look it up → |
| Iowa | Iowa Division of Labor — Contractor Registration | Look it up → |
| Kansas | Municipal — varies | Look it up → |
| Kentucky | Municipal — varies | Look it up → |
| Louisiana | Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors | Look it up → |
| Maine | Municipal — varies | Look it up → |
| Maryland | Maryland Home Improvement Commission | Look it up → |
| Massachusetts | MA Office of Consumer Affairs — Home Improvement Contractor Registration | Look it up → |
| Michigan | Michigan Residential Builders Board | Look it up → |
| Minnesota | Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry | Look it up → |
| Mississippi | Mississippi State Board of Contractors | Look it up → |
| Missouri | Municipal — varies | Look it up → |
| Montana | Montana Department of Labor and Industry | Look it up → |
| Nebraska | Nebraska Department of Labor | Look it up → |
| Nevada | Nevada State Contractors Board | Look it up → |
| New Hampshire | Municipal — varies | Look it up → |
| New Jersey | NJ Division of Consumer Affairs | Look it up → |
| New Mexico | New Mexico Construction Industries Division | Look it up → |
| New York | County / municipal — Suffolk, Nassau, Westchester, NYC each have boards | Look it up → |
| North Carolina | NC Licensing Board for General Contractors | Look it up → |
| North Dakota | ND Secretary of State — Contractor Licensing | Look it up → |
| Ohio | Municipal — varies | Look it up → |
| Oklahoma | Municipal — varies | Look it up → |
| Pennsylvania | PA Office of Attorney General | Look it up → |
| Rhode Island | RI Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board | Look it up → |
| South Carolina | SC Residential Builders Commission | Look it up → |
| South Dakota | Municipal — varies | Look it up → |
| Tennessee | TN Board for Licensing Contractors | Look it up → |
| Texas | Municipal — varies | Look it up → |
| Utah | Utah DOPL | Look it up → |
| Vermont | Vermont Office of Professional Regulation | Look it up → |
| Virginia | Virginia Board for Contractors | Look it up → |
| Washington | WA Department of Labor and Industries | Look it up → |
| West Virginia | WV Contractor Licensing Board | Look it up → |
| Wisconsin | Wisconsin DSPS | Look it up → |
| Wyoming | Municipal — varies | Look it up → |
Agency list from public state sources. Whether a license is needed depends on the job size and type, so check the agency's rules before you hire.
Good to know
- Reseal asphalt every 2 to 10 years, depending on sealant and climate, and wait 3 to 6 months after new asphalt before the first seal (HomeGuide).
- EPA's Inspector General warned in 2025 of a paving scam where fake "EPA agents" later demand fines from homeowners.
Questions to ask a paving contractor before you hire
Ask these on the phone or at the estimate. A good pro answers every one without dodging.
- How thick will the base and the asphalt or concrete be?
- How will you handle drainage and slope?
- For concrete, will you use rebar or mesh, and where do the joints go?
- How long before I can drive on it, and when should it be sealed?
- What warranty do you give on cracking and settling?
Red flags to watch for
Warning signs from consumer protection agencies and trade groups.
- A crew knocks with "leftover asphalt" from a nearby job. Source
- Unmarked trucks, pressure to decide now, no written estimate or registration number. Source
- Cash only or a big payment up front. Source
- Afterward, someone posing as a government agent demands fines. Source
If you get scammed, report it to your state attorney general's consumer protection office and at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
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Common questions about hiring paving and concrete contractors
How much does a new driveway cost?
Is asphalt or concrete better for a driveway?
What is the leftover asphalt scam?
How often should I seal my driveway?
Do paving contractors need a license?
Sources
- HomeGuide driveway cost (2025) and driveway sealing cost
- CSLB license classifications
- Beware asphalt paving scams (Washington AG)
- Driveway sealing cost (HomeGuide)
- Fraud alert: asphalt sealer scam (EPA OIG)
- consumer.ftc.gov
Last checked 2026-10-03. Great Local Pros is a directory; we don't do the work or guarantee it. Terms.