Driveway construction involves several stages, including excavation, laying a foundation, and adding a surface layer, such as gravel or asphalt.
What’s involved:
- Site Preparation:
- Clearing the area of vegetation, trees, rocks, and debris.
- Excavation and grading to remove soil and level the surface, ensuring proper drainage and a smooth foundation.
- Base Layer Installation: Laying a solid base layer of materials like crushed stone or gravel. This step helps ensure the driveway remains stable over time and prevents settling or shifting.
- Surface Layer: Installing the top layer of gravel. This layer provides the final driving surface and aesthetic finish.
- Finishing Touches: This can include compacting the surface.
- Drainage Considerations: Ensuring the driveway has proper slopes and drainage systems (like French drains or side channels) to prevent water from pooling or eroding the surface.