When it comes to installing a new driveway, it’s easy to get excited about the surface finish—whether it’s sleek concrete, patterned pavers, or exposed aggregate. But before any finishing touches, the real foundation of a durable driveway starts below the surface. Proper excavation and base preparation are absolutely essential, and here’s why. Removal of Old Driveway Materials Before laying a new driveway, any existing materials—old concrete, asphalt, or pavers—must be comple