Quote Originally Posted by Medusa View Post
Although you say they're just starting out, surely you're not their first customer. I'd ask for referrals and to see some of their work. I had estimates done for my driveway (sorry, I don't recall the dimensions) and they ranged from $3998 to $5000 to $7000. The man who estimated the job at $3998 was going to get the job because he gave me good references, I went to see some of his work and he eventually paved my neighbor's driveway and installed a patio and walkway for them, too. I was just about to sign on the dotted line when I needed surgery and my wonderful insurance co. wouldn't pay for it due to it being a preexisting condition. My point is that the least expensive one would've gotten the job due to his professionalism. The others quoted me a price and didn't even bother to talk to me. They came and did the estimate when I wasn't at home, even though I specifically told them I wanted to be there and to talk to them. So trust your instincts but also get references and look at some of their work, if possible.
They just finished working on my neighbor's driveway. They saw my husband outside and came over to try to talk us into fixing our driveway, which happens to be the first item on our things-to-do-when-we-have-money list. We just didn't budget for it this year.. but since the offer is so good, we're seriously considering it. They told me if we dont' do it now (when they really need the work) and wait until next year, the price will be much higher!

I talked to my neighbor last night and he recommends them. He told me he was referred to them by his brother who was also happy with their work.