How to Choose the Best Paver Contractor Near You

Are You Licensed and Insured?

Start with the basics.

Ask potential contractors about applicable licensing and insurance. Professional contractors should be prepared to discuss the credentials relevant to the work they're proposing.

American Paving Design is a licensed and insured hardscape contractor serving residential and commercial clients throughout the Lowcountry and surrounding markets.

Who Will Supervise My Project?

This question is often overlooked.

Ask whether your project will have dedicated supervision and who you should contact with questions during construction.

At American Paving Design, project management and communication are important parts of our process—not something that ends when the contract is signed.

How Do I Choose a Good Paver Contractor?

Search “paver contractor near me” and you'll probably find plenty of options.

But how do you determine which contractor should actually work on your home?

Start by looking beyond the pictures.

Great project photography is important, but homeowners should also understand how a contractor operates and how the project will be constructed.

Here are some questions worth asking before signing a contract.

of our process—not something that ends when the contract is signed.

How Will You Prepare the Base?

This might be the most important question you ask.

Pavers are only the visible portion of the installation. Excavation, base material, compaction, grading, drainage and edge restraint can have a major impact on performance.

If you're comparing estimates, make sure you're comparing installation systems, not simply prices.

What Paver Brands Can I Choose From?

Some contractors offer limited product selections.

American Paving Design works with multiple manufacturers, allowing clients to compare a wide variety of styles, colors, textures and price points.

Our Bluffton showroom also gives homeowners an opportunity to see materials in person instead of making an entire decision from photographs.

Do You Have Completed Projects I Can See?

A contractor's portfolio can tell you a lot.

Look for projects similar to yours—especially driveways, pool decks and larger hardscape installations requiring detailed grading and construction.

Ask about experience in your area as well.

What Warranty Is Included?

Ask for the warranty terms before work begins.

Understand the difference between a manufacturer's product warranty and the contractor's workmanship warranty, including what each does and does not cover.

American Paving Design provides a two-year workmanship warranty, while applicable manufacturer warranties vary by product.

Compare the Contractor—not Just the Estimate

The least expensive proposal and the best value aren't automatically the same thing.

Compare scope, materials, preparation, project supervision, communication, warranty and experience.

American Paving Design serves Bluffton, Hilton Head Island, Beaufort, Charleston, Savannah and surrounding areas.

When you're ready to compare your options, ask questions.

A professional contractor should be prepared to answer them.