New Asphalt Driveway & Front Brick Walkway Reconstruction in Harwood Heights, IL

This project in Harwood Heights, IL focused on improving the layout, appearance, and functionality of the home’s front entrance and driveway. The project included a completely new asphalt driveway along with the reconstruction of the existing curved brick walkway into a clean, straight path toward the driveway. The existing brick materials were carefully removed and reused as part of the refreshed walkway design, creating a more direct connection between the home’s entrance and the newly installed driveway.

Project Goals

• Install an entirely new asphalt driveway.
• Replace and improve the existing driveway surface.
• Straighten the existing curved front walkway.
• Create a more direct path from the entrance toward the driveway.
• Reuse the existing brick materials on site.
• Establish a stable and properly prepared walkway base.
• Improve the overall appearance and functionality of the front entrance and driveway.
• Create a cohesive connection between the new driveway and reconstructed brick walkway.

New Asphalt Driveway Installation

A major feature of this project was the installation of an entirely new asphalt driveway. The new driveway provided a refreshed, durable surface while significantly improving the overall appearance of the front of the property.

The new asphalt driveway also created a clean and defined connection point for the reconstructed brick walkway, helping tie the driveway and front entrance together as part of the overall design.

Existing Brick Walkway Removal

The existing curved brick walkway was carefully picked up and set aside to prepare the area for reconstruction.

The existing materials on site were reused as part of the new straight walkway design, allowing the project to improve the layout while making use of the existing brick.

Walkway Redesign and Base Preparation

The existing walkway area was redefined to establish the new straight layout from the entrance toward the driveway.

The gravel base was compacted and reset to provide a stable foundation for the new brick installation. A layer of sand was then added to create a suitable setting bed for the pavers.

Brick Walkway Installation

The existing brick was installed in the newly established straight configuration, creating a cleaner and more direct connection between the front entrance and the new asphalt driveway.

Edging was installed along the walkway and secured with nails to help maintain the defined shape and keep the brick installation stable over time.

Why Proper Driveway and Walkway Installation Matters

A properly installed driveway provides a clean, durable surface for vehicles while improving the overall appearance of the property. At the same time, a properly prepared walkway base helps prevent shifting, settling, and uneven surfaces over time.

By installing a completely new asphalt driveway and redefining the existing walkway layout, the project created a more functional and visually connected entrance. Compacting the gravel base, adding sand, and securing the walkway edges also helped establish a stable foundation for the reused brick.

Project Highlights

• Entirely new asphalt driveway installation.
• Existing curved brick walkway removal.
• Existing brick materials carefully picked up and reused.
• New straight walkway layout.
• Walkway area redefined.
• Gravel base compacted and reset.
• Sand installation.
• Existing brick walkway reconstructed.
• New straight brick configuration.
• Edging installation.
• Edging secured with nails.
• Existing materials reused.
• New driveway and walkway designed to create a cohesive front entrance.

As you browse through the photos, you will see the existing curved walkway, brick removal, base preparation, new asphalt driveway, new straight walkway layout, brick installation, and edging work as the project came together.

The result is a completely refreshed front entrance in Harwood Heights, IL, featuring a new asphalt driveway and a cleaner, more direct brick walkway connecting the home’s entrance to the driveway. By combining the new driveway with the reconstructed walkway and reusing the existing brick materials, the project improved both the functionality and appearance of the property’s front exterior.

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