Month: April 2025

Why Choose Asphalt for Your Home’s Driveway

When it comes to your driveway, choosing the right pavement type can make a significant difference in both the aesthetic and functional aspects of your property. While there are several options available, asphalt pavement stands out as one of the best choices for many homeowners. Here’s why asphalt pavement should be at the top of your list when considering a driveway for your home.

Durability You Can Count On

Asphalt driveways are known for their durability and longevity. Properly designed and constructed, an asphalt pavement will withstand harsh weather conditions, heavy traffic, and the wear and tear of everyday life. Whether you’re dealing with freezing winters or hot summers, asphalt pavement maintains its structural integrity. 

Cost-Effective Solution

Asphalt pavement is frequently more economical to install compared to alternatives, making it an affordable option for homeowners. Additionally, asphalt driveways are also more economical to maintain. With proper maintenance, sealing, crack-filling, and other minor repairs, an asphalt driveway can provide greater value without the hefty upfront costs.

Quick Installation

If you’re looking to get your driveway paved quickly, asphalt is the way to go. The installation process for asphalt pavement is typically faster compared to other materials. Most residential asphalt driveways can be installed within a few days, and you’ll have full use of the driveway in a short amount of time. This makes asphalt a convenient option if you want to avoid long construction times and the disruption that comes with it.

Low Maintenance

Asphalt driveways are known for their low maintenance requirements. Routine maintenance, such as resealing and filling in cracks, is all that’s needed to keep your driveway in great shape. The durability of asphalt pavement and ease of care, save you time and money.

Residential home with newly paved asphalt driveway, showcasing smooth, dark black surface that enhances curb appeal and complements the home's exterior.

Aesthetic Appeal

An asphalt driveway offers a sleek, smooth, and uniform look, which adds curb appeal to any home. It’s easy to customize the finish of an asphalt driveway to complement the overall look of your home. Asphalt pavement provides a rich, black color that enhances the appearance of your property. You can easily refresh this look by having sealer applied when needed. The asphalt’s smooth surface and dark color also make removing snow and ice more efficient.

Environmentally Friendly

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognizes asphalt pavement as one of the most-recycled materials in the United States. In addition, far less energy is required to produce asphalt than alternative pavement materials.  These factors make asphalt a sustainable choice for new construction, renovations, and repairs. By choosing asphalt, you’re supporting a product that not only delivers durability and performance but also minimizes its environmental impact over its lifecycle.

Why Asphalt Makes Sense for Your Home

When it comes to choosing a driveway material for your home, asphalt pavement offers a range of benefits. It’s durable, cost-effective, and requires minimal maintenance, making it a practical solution for homeowners looking for a long-lasting, low-maintenance option. Additionally, asphalt’s quick installation and aesthetic appeal make it an ideal choice for those who want a quality driveway that enhances the value of their property.

If you’re looking to pave your driveway, don’t hesitate to consider asphalt as your top choice. Contact us today for an evaluation. Our time-tested process allows us to understand your needs in order to design and build you the best, most cost-effective solution. At Dunn Company, we specialize in residential driveway paving, offering high-quality materials and expert installation to ensure your driveway stands the test of time.  That’s the Dunn Advantage, guaranteed.

DUNN COMPANY ACQUIRES ASSETS OF MORSE DRIVEWAYS, REINFORCING LOCAL ASPHALT SERVICES AND STRENGTHENING COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY

DUNN COMPANY ACQUIRES ASSETS OF MORSE DRIVEWAYS, REINFORCING LOCAL ASPHALT SERVICES AND STRENGTHENING COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY

Decatur, IL – April 2, 2025 – Dunn Company, a leading regional asphalt paving, milling, stabilization, and recycling contractor, is proud to announce the asset acquisition of Morse Driveways, a local asphalt contractor here in Macon County. This acquisition reinforces Dunn Company’s commitment to serving its local community, focusing on commercial and residential projects throughout the area.

Reinforcing Commitment to Local Service – 

“We’re excited to welcome Morse Driveways’ customers into the Dunn Company family,” said David Tyrolt, President of Dunn Company. “We look forward to caring for their driveways and parking lots with the expertise and resources of Dunn Company.  We commit to providing our neighbors the high-quality service Dunn Company is known for, and we are honored to be active members of the community. .”

A Stronger, Local Partner– This acquisition demonstrates Dunn Company’s focus on providing asphalt pavement construction and maintenance for driveways and parking lots.

Robby Morse, former owner of Morse Driveways, says, “I am confident that the team at Dunn Company will continue to provide the same level of dependable, high-quality service our customers have come to expect, with the added benefit of their resources and expanded capabilities. I trust that our customers will be in great hands and look forward to the continued success of this transition.”

Continuing Commitment
Dunn Company is dedicated to continuing its legacy of excellence and looks forward to serving both new and existing customers.  Our aim is to ensure that every project, large or small, is completed with the same level of reliability and precision that Dunn Company is known for. We remain steadfast in our commitment to building stronger pavements, bases, and communities across Macon County and the Midwest.

About Dunn Company
Founded in 1939, Dunn Company has grown to become one of the leading pavement and base contractors in the region. Specializing in asphalt paving, milling, soil stabilization, full-depth reclamation, cold in-place recycling, and other critical infrastructure services, Dunn Company prides itself on providing dependable, quality service to its clients across the Midwest and right here at home. With a commitment to safety, sustainability, and excellence, Dunn Company has earned a reputation as a leader in the construction industry.

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