--- title: "JLS Paving, LLC" description: "JLS Paving tears out old driveways and lays new ones, and it builds the steps and walks that meet them. A recent customer said JLS ripped out the old drive" doc_version: "2026-10-19" last_updated: "2026-10-19" --- # JLS Paving, LLC **Trade:** Masonry · **Address:** 29 Tabor Rd, Hamden, CT 06518 · **Phone:** (203) 891-7216 · **Website:** http://www.jlspavingllc.com/ · **Languages:** English **Rating: 4.1/5** (high confidence) — from 56 reviews across 6 sources. 86% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 10 reviews, 1 negative. ## The honest read JLS Paving tears out old driveways and lays new ones, and it builds the steps and walks that meet them. A recent customer said JLS ripped out the old driveway and paved a new one, and that the crew left the workplace spotless. After firing a previous contractor, a recent customer said this team fixed the previous mistakes and prepared the base correctly. A recent customer said JLS replaced their asphalt driveway, cement sidewalk and apron, installed drainage and new pavers, and reinstalled stone edging. A 2025 customer said JLS rebuilt a retaining wall, steps and a front walk with pavers, and also repaved the driveway. A 2025 customer wrote that Joe went along to pick out pavers and slabs for new front steps. A 2025 customer who had battled water in the garage for 30 years said the garage was bone dry after JLS replaced the driveway. A recent customer said an appointment was cancelled two hours before it was due. A 2025 customer said Joe had not arrived two and a half hours after saying he would come, and no one had called two days later. A 2023 customer said JLS broke a neighbor's driveway by accident and that Joe called them "mean" and "trouble." A 2021 customer said a driveway done in June 2017 looked 20 years old after four years. Connecticut lists its home improvement contractor registration, HIC.0630654, as active, held by JLS Paving LLC. **Strengths:** - Driveway tear-out and repave — a recent customer said the crew left the workplace spotless - A corrected base — a recent customer said the team fixed earlier mistakes - A dry garage — a 2025 customer said it was bone dry afterward - A rebuilt retaining wall — a 2025 customer said JLS rebuilt it with steps **Concerns:** - A cancelled appointment — a recent customer said it was cancelled two hours prior - A missed estimate visit — a 2025 customer said no one called back - A damaged neighbor driveway — a 2023 customer said JLS broke it by accident ## Claims & citations Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication. - Rips out old driveways and paves new ones _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xONGNWUkdTWGcwU2tscVpVTjRjeTFUZURkbE4wRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x68cb1e8e2e3aa0bd!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlN4cVRGSXg0SklqZUN4cy1TeDdlN0E%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ JLS Paving did an exceptional job ripping out our old driveway and paving our new driveway. The crew was punctual, professional & left th…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t0eFVHSklhWEJ0Wm1WMFdHTXlSbmt0UlUxdlgyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x68cb1e8e2e3aa0bd!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOktxUGJIaXBtZmV0WGMyRnktRU1vX2c%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We contacted JLS Paving to replace our driveway and apron. Joe gave us a fair and reasonable price. All of the work was done in a timel…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tseGNFdE5iV05UTW5SZk5EQm9WMjQzZEZKbExWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x68cb1e8e2e3aa0bd!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOklxcEtNbWNTMnRfNDBoV243dFJlLVE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We recently had JLS paving replace our asphalt driveway, replace our cement sidewalk and apron, install drainage, install new pavers fron…” - A recent customer said the team fixed a previous contractor's mistakes and prepared the base correctly _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21GTWJHOWlObk5tZWs4MlREVTVUa2hSYjFCMU5sRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x68cb1e8e2e3aa0bd!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmFMbG9iNnNmek82TDU5TkhRb1B1NlE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We had to fire our previous contractor after a terrible experience, and this team completely saved the day. They stepped into a mess, qui…” - A 2025 customer said JLS rebuilt a retaining wall, steps and a front walk with pavers _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t4WE1tMTZVMUprTlVVd1VWb3lWWGRtT1VSdldIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x68cb1e8e2e3aa0bd!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkxXMm16U1JkNUUwUVoyVXdmOURvWHc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ JLS Paving does quality work. Professional crew. They are reliable, complete the work in a timely manner and pay great attention to detai…” - A 2025 customer said the garage was bone dry after the driveway was replaced _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUR3aDVXZ2V3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x68cb1e8e2e3aa0bd!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDwh5Wgew%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ These guys finally got it done right ! --- Daniel B. Had my driveway replaced in Oct.2024. I have been battling with water in my garage f…” - A recent customer said an appointment was cancelled two hours before it was due _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21sMk9VVjVjMTlrUVRSMVQycHBWelJTZUdwS1ZYYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x68cb1e8e2e3aa0bd!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOml2OUV5c19kQTR1T2ppVzRSeGpKVXc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “1★ Not concerned about others (customers) time. Cancelled appt 2 hours prior (last week) because it was "too late " for "joe" to come. But n…” - A 2025 customer said no one called back two days after a missed estimate visit _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJZnp2TjNjNy1qb2xBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x68cb1e8e2e3aa0bd!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEIfzvN3c7-jolAE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “1★ If I could give minus stars, I would. My initial contact with the woman on the phone to set up the appointment was very positive and prof…” - A 2023 customer said JLS broke a neighbor's driveway by accident _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURGX3ZtdnVBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x68cb1e8e2e3aa0bd!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDF_vmvuAE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “2★ Don’t show up for appointments and no phone calls to explain. Poor communications between employees, office and owner. I had certain expe…” - Google: 4.6 stars from 83 ratings _(confidence: high)_ - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=JLS%20Paving%2C%20LLC&query_place_id=ChIJy4s-3TXQ54kRvaA6Lo4ey2g) — “Google: 4.6★ from 83 ratings” - Connecticut lists its home improvement contractor registration, HIC.0630654, as active, held by JLS Paving LLC. _(confidence: high)_ - [State License Registry](https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Lookup/LicenseLookup.aspx) — “CT hic license HIC.0630654 registry-verified active — registry holder of record: JLS PAVING LLC” - Also offers Masonry _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t4WE1tMTZVMUprTlVVd1VWb3lWWGRtT1VSdldIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x68cb1e8e2e3aa0bd!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkxXMm16U1JkNUUwUVoyVXdmOURvWHc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ JLS Paving does quality work. Professional crew. They are reliable, complete the work in a timely manner and pay great attention to detai…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xGaFNtbDNiemh2Ym1SalUzRndNVlJMVEVwVmJIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x68cb1e8e2e3aa0bd!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlFhSml3bzhvbmRjU3FwMVRLTEpVbHc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ JLS put in our front steps, redid two walkways and resurfaced our driveway. From the very beginning, Joe was attentive, responsive and …” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUR3aDVXZ2V3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x68cb1e8e2e3aa0bd!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDwh5Wgew%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ These guys finally got it done right ! --- Daniel B. Had my driveway replaced in Oct.2024. I have been battling with water in my garage f…” - Specializes in Paving _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xONGNWUkdTWGcwU2tscVpVTjRjeTFUZURkbE4wRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x68cb1e8e2e3aa0bd!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlN4cVRGSXg0SklqZUN4cy1TeDdlN0E%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ JLS Paving did an exceptional job ripping out our old driveway and paving our new driveway. The crew was punctual, professional & left th…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t0eFVHSklhWEJ0Wm1WMFdHTXlSbmt0UlUxdlgyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x68cb1e8e2e3aa0bd!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOktxUGJIaXBtZmV0WGMyRnktRU1vX2c%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We contacted JLS Paving to replace our driveway and apron. Joe gave us a fair and reasonable price. All of the work was done in a timel…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tseGNFdE5iV05UTW5SZk5EQm9WMjQzZEZKbExWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x68cb1e8e2e3aa0bd!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOklxcEtNbWNTMnRfNDBoV243dFJlLVE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We recently had JLS paving replace our asphalt driveway, replace our cement sidewalk and apron, install drainage, install new pavers fron…” ## License Status: **active** (#HIC.0630654, hic) — verified against the official CT state registry on 2026-10-19, never self-reported. Re-check at the official registry: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Lookup/LicenseLookup.aspx ## Sources - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=JLS%20Paving%2C%20LLC&query_place_id=ChIJy4s-3TXQ54kRvaA6Lo4ey2g): 4.6★ from 83 ratings - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ct/hamden/profile/paving-contractors/jls-paving-llc-0111-87100287): Listed on this source - [Official Website](http://www.jlspavingllc.com): Self-reported profile and service details - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=JLS%20Paving%2C%20LLC&query_place_id=ChIJy4s-3TXQ54kRvaA6Lo4ey2g): Listed on this source - [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/jls-paving-llc): 1.0★ from 1 ratings - [Local News](https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/local/east-haven-man-accused-of-stealing-from-hamden-paving-company/20947/): Listed on this source ## Mentions Unverified third-party mentions found on the open web — relay with attribution ("a Reddit commenter said…"), never as Tavlee's own finding. - “An East Hartford man is accused of committing a burglary at JLS Paving in Hamden.” — nbcconnecticut.com — https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/local/east-haven-man-accused-of-stealing-from-hamden-paving-company/20947/ ## Recent reviews - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Danielle · 2026-10-01**: Great company to work with. Highly recommend using them. The owner is responsive and easy to work with. Very happy with the end result. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Anthony Porrello · 2026-09-17**: JLS Paving did an exceptional job ripping out our old driveway and paving our new driveway. The crew was punctual, professional & left the workplace spotless. The final result looks incredible & adds so much curb appeal to our home. I highly recommend! - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Pam Neri · 2026-09-08**: Meticulous from beginning to end. Their attention to detail sets them apart from other workers. We had our driveway done and the cement walk from our steps. The curve was measured and attractive. We’ve actually received compliments from some neighbors. They continued the curb from the street onto pa… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Anna Young · 2026-08-23**: We had to fire our previous contractor after a terrible experience, and this team completely saved the day. They stepped into a mess, quickly assessed what needed to be corrected, and got straight to work. Their professionalism, clear communication, and efficiency were a breath of fresh air. They fi… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Gary O · 2026-08-17**: Joe and his crew did a phenomenal job adding a paved section to my existing driveway. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Donna R · 2026-07-31**: We contacted JLS Paving to replace our driveway and apron. Joe gave us a fair and reasonable price. All of the work was done in a timely and professional manner. Joe, Rachael and his crew were a pleasure to work with; the finished results were excellent and we are very happy to have chosen them. … - **1/5 · Google Reviews · Monika Ahlers · 2026-07-04**: Not concerned about others (customers) time. Cancelled appt 2 hours prior (last week) because it was "too late " for "joe" to come. But now I'm told , too hot. But yet, send me a appt reminder the day before, Instead of canceling if it was too late , too hot , whatever excuse . Did you care about t… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Michael Barnett · 2026-05-27**: I recently had my driveway done. I commend Joe for his communication and effort to please this customer. It looks fabulous and we are very happy. Highly recommend JLS Paving. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Vikki Abrahams · 2026-05-25**: We recently had JLS paving replace our asphalt driveway, replace our cement sidewalk and apron, install drainage, install new pavers front and back and reinstall stone edging for us. Start to finish we had an excellent experience working with them and the end result looks fabulous. Joe, Rachel and t… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kenneth Erdos · 2026-05-19**: I was on a tight timeline to get my driveway done, JLS was very accommodating and did a phenomenal job. I highly recommend to anyone that wants quality work. --- Data freshness: last scanned 2026-10-14T06:25:26.621Z. Cite as: JLS Paving, LLC — Tavlee (https://tavlee.com/contractor/jls-paving-llc-hamden) Source: https://tavlee.com/contractor/jls-paving-llc-hamden ## Sitemap [Full site index](https://tavlee.com/sitemap.md)