--- title: "FAQ | Project One Contracting Huntsville AL" url: https://project1contracting.com/faq description: "Answers about asphalt paving, concrete services, estimates, scheduling, sealcoating, and warranties from Project One Contracting in Huntsville, AL." lang: en --- Image: Project One foreman reviewing site plans on a job site (https://project1contracting.com/images/about/team-foreman-with-plans.webp) FAQ # Frequently Asked Questions Straight answers about asphalt, concrete, estimates, scheduling, and warranties. Still need help? Give us a call. Ask Us a Question: https://project1contracting.com/contact ## Estimates & Pricing ### Is the estimate really free? ### How long does an estimate take to receive? ### Do you charge for emergency repairs? ### What payment methods do you accept? ## Services ### What's the difference between asphalt paving and resurfacing? ### How long does a parking lot project usually take? ### Do you handle permits? ### Can you work around my business hours? ## Sealcoating & Maintenance ### How often should I sealcoat my parking lot? ### When's the best time of year to seal asphalt? ### How long do parking lot stripes last? ## Concrete ### How long does new concrete take to cure? ### Do you do decorative concrete? ## Warranty & Guarantees ### Do you offer a warranty? ### What if there's an issue after the job is done? ## Still Have a Question? Call us or send a message. We respond within one business day. Contact Us: https://project1contracting.com/contact (256) 801-2285: +12568012285 ## Structured data ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Project One Contracting", "url": "https://project1contracting.com", "logo": "https://project1contracting.com/favicon-96x96.png", "areaServed": "North Alabama", "description": "Asphalt paving, sealcoating, striping, and concrete contractor serving Huntsville and North Alabama." }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is the estimate really free?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, completely. We'll do a site visit and send you an itemized quote with no obligation. The number we quote is the number you pay." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long does an estimate take to receive?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Most quotes go out within one business day of the site visit. Urgent jobs we can usually visit within 48 hours." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do you charge for emergency repairs?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "We charge fairly for emergency work, but we'll always quote the job before starting. No surprises." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What payment methods do you accept?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "We accept check, ACH, and major credit cards for residential work. Commercial jobs typically run on invoiced terms." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What's the difference between asphalt paving and resurfacing?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Paving means laying new asphalt on a fresh sub-base. Resurfacing (mill-and-overlay) means grinding the top layer of existing asphalt and laying new on top. We'll recommend whichever fits your lot's condition." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long does a parking lot project usually take?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "A typical commercial parking lot takes 3-7 days depending on size, weather, and curb work. We give you a detailed schedule with the estimate." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do you handle permits?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. We pull the right permits with the city or county for any job that needs them." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can you work around my business hours?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. We do phased work, weekend pours, and after-hours paving so we can keep parts of the lot open during business hours." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How often should I sealcoat my parking lot?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Most lots benefit from sealcoating every 2-3 years. We can build a maintenance schedule that fits your property type and budget." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "When's the best time of year to seal asphalt?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Late spring through early fall in North Alabama. We need surface temps above 50°F and no rain for 24 hours after." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long do parking lot stripes last?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Standard latex paint stripes typically last 1-2 years. Higher-traffic lots may need annual restriping. We'll recommend the right paint for your use case." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long does new concrete take to cure?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Concrete is walkable in 24 hours, drivable for cars in 7 days, and at full strength in 28 days. We'll give you a clear timeline before pour." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do you do decorative concrete?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. Stamped, exposed-aggregate, and decorative finishes. Send photos of what you have in mind and we can give you options." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do you offer a warranty?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. Every paving and concrete project comes with a written 1-year workmanship warranty. We back our work in writing." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What if there's an issue after the job is done?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Call us. We come back, look at it, and fix what we need to fix. That's how we've stayed in business 20+ years." } } ] } ] ```