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Understanding Paving Warranties

A warranty protects your investment, but understanding what's covered, what's not, and how to maintain your warranty is crucial. Here's everything you need to know about paving warranties.

Types of Warranties

Quality paving work

Workmanship Warranty

Covers defects in installation and workmanship. Typically 1-3 years.

Covers:

  • • Improper compaction
  • • Installation defects
  • • Premature failure due to poor workmanship

Material Warranty

Provided by material manufacturer, covers defects in asphalt mix.

Covers:

  • • Material defects
  • • Premature deterioration
  • • Mix quality issues

Structural Warranty

Covers base and structural integrity. Less common, typically 5-10 years.

Covers:

  • • Base failure
  • • Settlement issues
  • • Structural problems

What Warranties Typically Cover

Premature cracking due to installation errors
Settlement or sinking from poor base preparation
Surface defects from improper compaction
Edge failure from inadequate base extension
Drainage problems from incorrect grading
Material defects (if material warranty applies)

What Warranties Typically DON'T Cover

Normal wear and tear
Damage from vehicles exceeding weight limits
Damage from improper maintenance
Cracks from tree roots or ground movement
Damage from natural disasters
Surface deterioration from lack of sealcoating
Damage from salt or chemicals
Changes in appearance or color fading

Maintaining Your Warranty

Most warranties require proper maintenance. Failure to maintain can void coverage:

Follow maintenance schedule provided by contractor
Apply sealcoating as recommended (typically every 2-3 years)
Fill cracks promptly when they appear
Keep surface clean and free of debris
Address drainage issues immediately
Don't use harsh chemicals or excessive salt
Report problems immediately when noticed

How to Read a Warranty

Duration

How long the warranty lasts (typically 1-3 years for workmanship)

Coverage Details

Exactly what is and isn't covered

Maintenance Requirements

What you must do to keep warranty valid

Claim Process

How to file a warranty claim

Transferability

Whether warranty transfers to new property owner

Warranty Red Flags

Be cautious of contractors offering:

  • • Very long warranties (10+ years) - often unrealistic
  • • Verbal-only warranties - get everything in writing
  • • Warranties with excessive exclusions
  • • "Lifetime" warranties - read fine print carefully
  • • Warranties that require excessive maintenance

Capozzi Paving Warranty

We stand behind our work with comprehensive warranties:

  • • 2-year workmanship warranty on all installations
  • • Written warranty documentation provided
  • • Prompt response to warranty claims
  • • Fair assessment of covered vs. non-covered issues

Our warranty covers defects in workmanship and materials. We'll repair or replace covered issues at no cost to you. Contact us immediately if you notice any problems.

Questions about warranties? We're happy to explain our warranty terms in detail.

Call (716) 681-3600