Select Areas of Montgomery County
Potomac, Bethesda, North Bethesda and Chevy Chase.
Licensed in Maryland
JP Companies holds Maryland Home Improvement Commission license #112231 and has been family-owned since 2007.
What We Build
Concrete Driveways
Driveway replacement and widening, with 4,000 PSI concrete at a 4” depth.
Stone Walkways and Steps
Flagstone, bluestone, travertine and marble set in mortar on a concrete base, with stone steps.
Patios
Concrete, paver and natural stone patios with seating walls.
Does a Contractor Need a License for Driveway Work in Maryland?
Yes. In Maryland, home improvement work, driveways, walkways and patios included, must be done by a contractor licensed by the Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC). Homeowners can look up a license number on the Maryland Department of Labor website.
JP Companies holds MHIC license #112231, alongside its Virginia Class A license.
Stone and Concrete for Potomac and Bethesda Homes
Larger lots and formal houses in Potomac and Bethesda often call for a bigger entry: a concrete motor court or a long driveway, a stone walkway, and bluestone steps to the door, built together so the materials match.
Which Parts of Montgomery County Does JP Companies Serve?
JP Companies serves select areas of Montgomery County, Maryland: Potomac, Bethesda, North Bethesda and Chevy Chase. These are the closest Maryland communities to its shop in Centreville, Virginia, across the American Legion Bridge.
Maryland jobs are a smaller part of JP Companies’ work, so tell us the town and the project and we will let you know whether we can take it on.
Driveways for Older Homes in Bethesda and Chevy Chase
Many houses in Chevy Chase and Bethesda date from the early and middle 1900s, with narrow driveways running along the side of the house to a detached garage. Replacing one often means working in tight space between the house and the property line.
A narrow driveway still gets the full build: 2–4” of compacted 21A or 57 stone, 4” of 4,000 PSI concrete and 6” x 6” welded wire mesh, with control joints across it every 8–10 feet.
Larger Entries in Potomac
In Potomac, where lots are larger, a project is more often a long driveway or a motor court with a stone walkway and bluestone steps, planned together so the concrete and the stone suit the house.
How a Montgomery County Driveway Job Runs
Utilities Marked
Miss Utility (811) marks the buried lines before anyone digs.
Layout With You
The outline of the new driveway is spray-painted on the ground with you.
Old Driveway Out
The old asphalt or concrete is removed and hauled away.
Base and Forms
The ground is graded, form boards are set for drainage, and compacted 21A or 57 stone goes down.
Pour and Finish
Concrete over welded wire mesh, control joints, and a slip-resistant broom finish.
Clean Site
Debris is removed and the site is left secured with cones and caution tape.
How Long Will the Driveway Be Out of Use?
Most replacements take one to two days on site. New concrete can take foot traffic after 24 hours and cars after 7–10 days, so plan somewhere else to park for about a week and a half.
Winter Care for a New Maryland Driveway
Salt and chemical de-icers damage new concrete and void the JP Companies warranty. For traction on the driveway itself, use play sand or kitty litter instead.
Bluestone Steps for a Formal Entry
Thermal-finished bluestone treads, each overhanging its riser by about 1”, with stone veneer on the risers and sides, give a brick or stone house the entry it was built for.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you licensed in Maryland?
Yes. JP Companies holds Maryland Home Improvement Commission license #112231.
How do I check a contractor’s MHIC license?
Look up the license number on the Maryland Department of Labor website. JP Companies holds MHIC license #112231.
Does JP Companies work in Chevy Chase?
Yes. Chevy Chase, Bethesda, North Bethesda and Potomac are the Maryland areas JP Companies serves.
How long is a new driveway out of use?
One to two days of work on site, then 7–10 days before cars can drive on the new concrete.
Planning a Project in Montgomery County?
Tell us where the house is and what you have in mind, and we will let you know if it is in our Maryland area.