Tar And Chip Driveway Contractors

What Is Tar And Chip?

Tar and Chip, which can also be known as chip and tar is a surface treatment of an existing gravel or blacktop drive or parking lot that lends a very natural looking durable driving surface by integrating a layer of small stone chips on the surface.

Curb Appeal Of A Tar and Chip Driveway

Tar and chip is attractive for the curb appeal it offers. It can appear more stylish and offer color selection that can closely match the exterior of the home. It can be designed to blend in with the surroundings for a natural look, or blended to stand out for a more stylish and high-end custom look and feel.

Pros and Cons of Tar and Chip Driveways

Tar & Chip Pros	Tar & Chip Cons
Attractive Custom Color Matching Potential Natural Looking - Rustic Cheaper than Asphalt Low Maintenance Rough Surface offers Good Traction Very Durable Do Not Need to be "Sealed"	Displaced Stones May Need Replaced Snow Plowing Can Hurt the Surface Difficult to find Tar and Chip Driveway Contractors

Tar and Chip Contractors

One of the few cons of a tar and chip pavement is finding a reputable and experienced tar and chip driveway contractor. J.K. Meurer has the experience and happy customer references as being a top tar and chip contractor. If your dream of a tar and chip custom look and feel driveway has been delayed over finding a good tar and chip contractor, then your worries are over. We would love to help!

The Paving Process for Tar and Chip

Tar and chip paving is accomplished by applying liquid asphalt through the use of a special piece of equipment called a “distributor” truck. The distributor sprays the liquid asphalt directly on the existing surface and then a layer of stone chips approximately 3/8” in size is spread over top of the asphalt and compacted. The stone chips are embedded into the asphalt. As the asphalt hardens a bond is created with the stone chips creating a hardened surface that strengthens and waterproofs the existing drive. The finished look is a gravel drive with a well groomed appearance. An assortment of different colored stone chips is available to the customer.

Which Homes Are Best for Tar and Chip Pavement?

We do not recommend homes with steep driveways opt for tar and chip pavement. Due to the potential erosion, other paving options would be better. Any residential home not on a steep drive could be a good candidate for tar and chip.