You’re tired of dealing with cracks, potholes, and water pooling after every storm. When your driveway is properly installed with the right materials and techniques, you get smooth surfaces that handle Pennsylvania’s harsh weather without constant repairs.
No more worrying about water seeping into your foundation or embarrassing guests with a crumbling driveway. Quality asphalt paving means enhanced curb appeal, improved property value, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing your investment will protect your home for decades.
Your driveway becomes an asset rather than a liability—smooth, professional-looking, and built to withstand whatever Mother Nature throws at it.
We’ve been serving Pennsylvania property owners since 1948, combining three generations of industry knowledge with modern paving techniques. We understand VillageShires’ unique climate challenges—from brutal winter freeze-thaw cycles to heavy spring rains that test every driveway’s foundation.
Unlike contractors who rush from job to job, we focus on one project at a time. This means your driveway gets our crew’s complete attention, ensuring proper compaction, drainage, and finishing that prevents the common problems plaguing other installations.
Our five-star reviews on Angie’s List reflect our commitment to treating every homeowner like our most important client, regardless of project size or budget.
First, we evaluate your property’s drainage, soil conditions, and usage requirements. This isn’t a quick glance—we identify potential issues before they become expensive problems later.
Next comes proper site preparation. We excavate to the correct depth, install a solid aggregate base, and ensure proper compaction. This foundation work determines whether your driveway lasts eight years or twenty years.
Finally, we apply premium hot-mix asphalt designed for Pennsylvania’s climate. Residential driveways get 2-3 inches of properly compacted asphalt, while commercial applications receive 3-4 inches or more depending on traffic loads. We hand-work edges and transitions where equipment can’t reach, creating clean professional lines that prevent premature edge failure.
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Your property deserves paving solutions designed specifically for VillageShires’ climate and soil conditions. We provide comprehensive services from new driveway installation to parking lot resurfacing, water management solutions, and ongoing maintenance programs.
Pennsylvania’s freeze-thaw cycles demand proper installation techniques that many contractors skip. We use premium materials, ensure adequate thickness, and create proper drainage slopes that direct water away from your foundation—preventing the costly damage that poorly installed driveways cause.
Whether you need a residential driveway, commercial parking lot, or industrial paving project, we customize our approach to your property’s specific requirements and usage patterns. Our maintenance programs include crack sealing, sealcoating every 2-3 years, and preventative repairs that extend your pavement’s lifespan by decades.
Residential driveways in Pennsylvania need 2-3 inches of compacted asphalt over a properly prepared aggregate base. The base layer should be 6-8 inches of compacted stone to handle our freeze-thaw cycles.
Many contractors cut corners by using insufficient thickness, leading to premature cracking and failure. We ensure adequate thickness based on your specific usage—standard residential gets 2 inches minimum, while driveways with heavy vehicle traffic receive 3 inches for added durability.
The aggregate base is equally critical. Pennsylvania’s clay soils and seasonal moisture require proper drainage and support. We excavate soft or unsuitable soil and replace it with compacted stone that provides a stable foundation for decades of use.
Wait 12-18 months after installation before applying the first sealcoat, then reapply every 2-3 years. New asphalt needs time to cure and release oils before sealcoating adheres properly.
Sealcoating protects against UV damage, prevents water penetration, and guards against oil and gas spills that deteriorate the asphalt binder. Regular sealcoating can extend your driveway’s lifespan by 25% or more—adding 5-7 years to a properly maintained surface.
The timing depends on traffic and weather exposure. Driveways with heavy use or full sun exposure may need sealcoating every 2 years, while lightly used driveways in shaded areas can go 3 years between applications.
Early cracking usually indicates poor base preparation, inadequate compaction, or insufficient asphalt thickness. These installation shortcuts create weak spots that fail under normal use.
Water infiltration is another major cause. Without proper drainage slopes, water pools on the surface and seeps into small cracks. During freeze-thaw cycles, this water expands and enlarges cracks rapidly.
Poor soil preparation beneath the aggregate base also causes settling and cracking. We excavate unsuitable soil, install proper drainage, and compact each layer to prevent these problems. Quality installation prevents cracking for 6-8 years under normal conditions.
Proper drainage is critical for driveway longevity in Pennsylvania’s climate. The driveway should slope 1-4% away from your home to direct water toward the street or designated drainage areas.
Standing water accelerates asphalt deterioration and can cause foundation problems. We grade driveways to eliminate low spots where water collects and ensure positive drainage away from structures.
Regular maintenance also prevents water damage. Seal cracks promptly to prevent water infiltration, maintain sealcoating to protect the surface, and keep drainage areas clear of debris. Address drainage issues immediately—water damage compounds quickly and leads to expensive repairs.
Overlay involves applying new asphalt over existing pavement, while replacement removes the old surface completely. The choice depends on the condition of your current driveway and underlying base.
Overlay works when the existing asphalt has minor surface issues but the base remains solid. It’s more cost-effective and faster than replacement. However, if the base has failed or there are significant drainage problems, overlay just covers the problem temporarily.
Complete replacement is necessary when the base has failed, there are major drainage issues, or the existing asphalt has extensive cracking and settling. We evaluate each situation individually and recommend the most cost-effective long-term solution for your specific conditions.
New asphalt takes about six months to fully cure and reach maximum hardness. During this period, the surface remains more susceptible to scuffing and tire marks, especially in hot weather.
You can drive on new asphalt immediately, but avoid sharp turns while stationary and parking heavy vehicles during the first few weeks. In hot weather, spray the surface with water to cool it down and reduce the chance of tire marks.
Don’t worry about minor scuff marks during the curing period—they’re completely normal and don’t indicate problems with materials or installation. The asphalt will harden and become more resistant to marking as it cures over the first several months.
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