FAQs

The city often requires revisions to drawings and submittals, which can be time-consuming. In our experience, it takes us up to a week internally to get the necessary information together for the submission. City review times can range from 10 to 14 days, during which you may not hear much from us, as there’s often no new information to share while we await city updates.

We often must submit revisions that push us into the review cycle again for another 10 to 14 days. Please be patient, as our paving contractors in Flower Mound, TX are fully at the mercy of the city during this part of the process.

If you are part of a Homeowners Association (HOA), please ensure you handle all communication and secure any necessary approvals. That way, our paving contractors in Flower Mound, TX can begin work without any delays.

As one of the top paving companies Flower Mound, TX has to offer, we have knowledge of construction zone expectations. Here is what you need to know.

• Site Preparation and Base Dirt Delivery: In our professional experience, base dirt for the concrete pad will typically be delivered a day or two before any work begins and will be placed on or near the driveway or near the court in most cases. Along with the base dirt, other materials such as cables, rebar, and any nets, goals, or lights may also be delivered during this time. These materials will remain on-site until the pad is poured and the project progresses. Once the pour is complete, we will often haul off any remaining base dirt or excavated soil within a few days.
• Active Construction Zone: Once we start, please keep in mind that the site will be an active construction zone. The pad size can be substantial, and there will be significant earthmoving. Heavy equipment will be driven on existing surfaces, including driveways, sidewalks, or paved areas, which may result in damage. Additionally, trash and debris may be left around the job site during the construction process. While we will make every effort to clean up the site, some materials may remain until a full cleanup is performed. Despite careful maneuvering, heavy equipment will also leave tire impressions on grassy areas or cause chipping along concrete edges of sidewalks and driveways. Additionally, the movement of machinery can sometimes disturb soil, affecting landscaping or garden beds. Dust and debris generated during construction may settle on surrounding surfaces, including patios, windows, pools, and outdoor furniture.
• High Traffic Volume: There will be many vehicles, trucks, equipment, and people present on the days of construction, sometimes up to 20 individuals. Vehicles may be parked on your property or the street, potentially creating an annoyance to neighbors and the client. It's the client’s responsibility to inform neighbors of the work taking place and the temporary disruption it may cause.
• Protecting Decorative Items: Decorative items such as garden ornaments, potted plants, and yard art are also at risk of incidental contact or displacement during construction activities. Even with care, machinery may shift or topple delicate items near the work zone.
• Plants and Trees: Vegetation, like shrubs or tree branches, may experience contact, bending, or damage. We encourage you to temporarily relocate valuable or fragile outdoor decor during the project to help preserve its condition.
• Weather Impacts: Weather may also affect the site, potentially creating muddy conditions, ruts, damage to grass, and areas where water may pool.

Depending on the slope of the land, there may be a step up to the court or down into the court area. This design ensures proper water drainage to prevent water from flowing over the court itself.

If additional concrete or a retaining wall is required and was not part of the original plan, a change order may be necessary to cover the added work and materials. Our paving contractors in Flower Mound, TX at Prime Courts are happy to help with this process.

Delays and rescheduling are common for paving companies in Flower Mound, TX on almost every project and for each part of the project due to factors beyond our control, particularly with concrete delivery schedules. If delays arise, our team at Prime Courts will keep you informed; please be aware that rescheduling is to be expected.

Our crews may also arrive a bit later in the day, as they may need to pick up materials or wait on other parties. We’re always aware of where our crews are and what they’re working on. If they need to leave or adjust timing, rest assured that they’re staying focused and working hard to keep your project moving smoothly.

After pouring, the concrete requires an initial curing period of 24 hours, according to Bob Vila. During this time, no people, animals, or objects should enter the area where the pad has been poured. This ensures the integrity of the surface and prevents any premature damage.

In our experience, the concrete will require between 28 and 30 days to fully cure before we can proceed with surfacing. During this period, the concrete will undergo stress on post-tension courts, and we may install goals, lighting, and fencing as appropriate.

Our paving contractors in Flower Mound, TX ask that you ensure the construction zone remains undisturbed during the curing process for the best results!

Yes, our paving contractors in Flower Mound, TX offer projects with post-tension slabs.

A third-party contractor specializing in tensioning the cables will visit the site approximately seven days after the pour to perform the tensioning process.

Any mid-project changes, such as additional requests or modifications to the original scope of work, will require a formal change order. Change orders will outline the specific changes, associated costs, and adjustments to the project timeline, if applicable.

Change orders must be approved and paid in full immediately upon approval. Our paving contractors in Flower Mound, TX will begin work related to the change order once the payment is received.

We will call 811 to locate utility lines before starting; however, 811 only marks public utility lines coming into the property. Private lines, such as irrigation systems, septic systems, gas, electrical, water, and internet cables, are typically not marked.

Internet lines, in particular, are often only a few inches deep and may not be well-marked. Additionally, there could be outdated lines from previous owners or services in the area, increasing the chance of encountering an unmarked line.

It's not uncommon for paving companies in Flower Mound, TX to hit one of these shallow lines. If this occurs, you will need to contact your internet provider, who will typically run a new line within 24 to 72 hours and bury it at a later time. Any repairs or relocations for these unmarked private lines are the client’s responsibility to manage and cover financially.

Septic system work is not our responsibility; please consult a specialist for any septic-related tasks. For irrigation systems, if you’ve purchased an irrigation package from us, we will handle rerouting the lines. Otherwise, you need to coordinate with your irrigation contractor for adjustments. Your contractor should deactivate the lines before we start and plan to reroute them 72 hours after the pour. During construction, irrigation systems must be turned off, and any lines under the court area will be cut. We will mark the entry and exit points for reconnection after construction.

The color surface requires 72 hours to fully cure. During this time, keep animals and children away from the area. Ensure irrigation systems are turned off the day before we arrive and remain off during the curing period. It’s okay if it rains; this will just extend the cure time. After curing, you may see tool marks or swirl lines, which are normal and part of the material’s characteristics. These marks may fade over time but could remain slightly visible.