Checking a Paver Contractor Before You Hire
A few questions asked early can save money and stress later. Put them to every company that bids on your pavers.
What should a paver contractor show you first?
A paver crew can spend a day or two at your home, with hoses, cleaners and sprayers near your doors, plants and screens. Knowing who they are before they start is reasonable, and a steady company has these answers ready. Not sure what to ask? Call (904) 849-6734.
Current liability insurance
Ask for a certificate of general liability insurance that has not expired, so damage during the job goes to the company's insurer and not to your own policy.
A license that fits the work
Ask which Florida license or local registration covers the exact work planned, and ask again if repairs are part of the job.
A company you can reach
Look for a working phone number, regular work in your part of Jacksonville and one person who answers for your job.
The price on paper
Get the price, the steps and the products named in writing before work begins.
Does paver work in Jacksonville need a license?
It depends on what the job includes. Washing and sealing are different from pulling up and relaying pavers, so ask about licensing for any repair or new paver work in your plan. The Duval County Tax Collector also says anyone operating a business in the city or county must hold a Local Business Tax Receipt. To find out what your pavers would cost, book your free estimate.
Every item here can be verified. Search a company by name or license number on the state license lookup, kept by the Florida DBPR, the state licensing agency. For insurance, have the company's agent email the certificate to you. If a question comes up before you choose, call (904) 849-6734.
How can you tell a paver contractor is dependable?
They watch the weather
Sealer needs dry pavers, so a careful company checks the forecast days ahead and tells you early when a date has to move.
They name the product
They can say which sealer they use, what finish it gives and whether it goes over the coat already on your pavers.
They look before quoting
They walk the whole area and point out low spots, peeling sealer and standing water before giving a final number.
They protect what is nearby
They explain how they keep cleaners and overspray off your plants, car and any pond behind a townhome.
Which companies might call you?
Curious who might get in touch? Read the sample contractor profiles.
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