Contractor Checklist
Installing new asphalt is a major investment in your home or business. Choosing the wrong contractor can be a costly mistake. Below is a list of questions that should be asked of any contractor you are considering to hire to work at your home or place of business.
| 1. | Are you registered/Licenced with the states of New York & Conneticutt | YES |
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| 2. | Do you have a permanent place of business? Can we reach you during regular business hours. | YES |
| 3. | Do you have Liability Insurance? Can I see proof of coverage? | YES |
| 4. | Is your Liability Insurance industry specific? Some contractors will carry inexpensive gardening liability insurance. Yes they have insurance but it will not cover paving or construction related occurances. |
YES |
| 5. | How much Liability Insurance do you carry? | $2 Million |
| 6. | Do you have Workers Compensation Insurance? Can I see proof of coverage? | YES |
| 7. | Do you have an A rating on Angies List? | YES |
| 8. | How many years have you been in business? | 20+ Years |
| 9. | Do your workers receive ongoing technical training? | YES |
| 10. | Do you have references? Will you provide a list? | YES |
| 11. | Will you show up with left over blacktop from down the street? | NO |
| 12. | Where possible, what pitch will you create to insure proper water runoff? | ¼/foot |
| 13. | Will you use a 3 ton or greater vibratory roller to compact the asphalt? | YES |
| 14. | Can you install a proper drainage system if required? | YES |
| 15. | Do you install Belgian block curbing, aprons, stone retaining walls and walkways with your own crew? | YES |
| 16. | Do you offer repair and maintenance services? | YES |
