Your new driveway or parking lot isn’t just about looks. It’s about not dealing with cracks next spring, not worrying about water pooling after storms, and not having to explain to visitors why they need to park on the street.
We handle the technical stuff—proper drainage, base preparation, and material selection—so you get a surface that works in real New Jersey conditions. No surprises. No shortcuts. Just pavement that does its job for years.
The difference shows up in winter when your driveway doesn’t crack while your neighbor’s does. It shows up during heavy rains when water flows where it should. It shows up in your property value and in not having to think about your pavement anymore.
We’ve been solving paving problems in Ringoes since 1948. That’s three generations of understanding how asphalt behaves in Hunterdon County’s climate, from freeze-thaw cycles to summer heat.
We’re the contractor other contractors call when they need help with drainage issues or tricky site conditions. Our crew focuses on one project at a time because rushed work leads to callbacks, and callbacks waste everyone’s time and money.
Mark Harrison, our owner, personally designs every project. He’s not in an office somewhere—he’s on-site, making sure your specific property gets the right solution. Whether it’s a residential driveway or a commercial parking lot, you get the same attention to detail that’s kept us in business for over 75 years.
First, we come out and actually look at your property. Not just the surface, but drainage patterns, soil conditions, and how water moves around your site. Most problems start here, so we spend time getting this right.
Next, we prepare the base properly. This means excavating to the right depth, installing proper drainage if needed, and compacting everything to spec. The base is what determines whether your pavement lasts 5 years or 25 years.
Then we pave with the right thickness for your specific use. Residential driveways get different treatment than commercial parking lots. We’re not trying to save money on materials—we’re trying to give you pavement that works.
Finally, we clean up and explain what to expect during the curing process. You’ll know when you can drive on it, when to expect final compaction, and how to maintain it properly.
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Every paving job includes proper site evaluation, drainage assessment, and base preparation to local standards. We don’t cut corners on excavation depth or compaction because these determine how long your pavement lasts.
In Ringoes, we deal with clay soils, seasonal water table changes, and freeze-thaw cycles that destroy poorly installed pavement. Our installations account for these conditions from day one. That means proper drainage, adequate base thickness, and material selection that handles New Jersey weather.
For commercial projects, we coordinate with your business schedule to minimize disruption. We’ve paved everything from small office parking lots to large industrial facilities, always with the same focus on getting traffic back to normal as quickly as possible.
You also get clear communication throughout the process. No surprises about timeline, no hidden costs, and no wondering what’s happening next. We treat your project like it’s the only one we’re working on because, while we’re there, it is.
Most residential driveways take 1-2 days from start to finish, depending on size and site conditions. Day one covers excavation, base preparation, and drainage work. Day two handles paving and final grading.
Commercial projects vary based on size and complexity. A typical small parking lot takes 2-3 days, while larger commercial installations may require a week or more. We always provide realistic timelines upfront and stick to them.
Weather affects timing, especially during spring and fall when ground conditions change quickly. We don’t rush jobs to meet artificial deadlines—proper curing and installation conditions matter more than convenience.
Proper drainage is everything in New Jersey. Water that sits on or under pavement causes most failures—frost heave in winter, base erosion in spring, and cracking from expansion and contraction.
Base preparation matters just as much. We excavate deeper than minimum requirements and use proper aggregate gradation. Most contractors skimp here because customers can’t see it, but this is what determines whether your pavement lasts 10 years or 25 years.
Material selection also makes a difference. We use asphalt mixes designed for local climate conditions, not whatever’s cheapest at the plant. The few dollars saved on cheaper materials cost thousands in premature replacement.
Residential driveways typically range from $4-8 per square foot, depending on site conditions, drainage requirements, and access. A standard 600 square foot driveway runs $2,400-4,800 installed.
The price depends on what’s required for proper installation. Simple replacement over existing good base costs less than full excavation with new drainage. We provide detailed estimates that explain exactly what work is included and why it’s necessary.
Commercial paving runs $3-6 per square foot for parking lots, with line striping, drainage, and site work priced separately. Every project is different, so we always provide free on-site estimates rather than phone quotes.
Late spring through early fall offers the best conditions—typically May through October. Asphalt needs warm temperatures for proper compaction and curing, and we need dry conditions for excavation and base work.
Summer is peak season, so scheduling takes longer. Spring and fall often provide better availability and sometimes better pricing. We don’t recommend paving when temperatures consistently drop below 50 degrees.
Emergency repairs happen year-round, but planned installations work best when weather cooperates. We’ll advise you on optimal timing based on your specific project and local weather patterns.
Yes, we handle everything from small office parking lots to large industrial facilities. Commercial work requires different planning—coordinating with business operations, managing larger equipment, and meeting ADA compliance requirements.
We schedule commercial projects to minimize business disruption, often working weekends or off-hours when necessary. Our crew understands the difference between residential and commercial requirements for thickness, drainage, and traffic patterns.
Line striping, handicap spaces, and proper drainage for larger surfaces are all part of commercial installations. We handle permits and inspections required for commercial work in Hunterdon County.
We provide written warranties on both materials and workmanship. Residential installations include a 2-year warranty against defects in workmanship and a 1-year warranty on materials under normal use conditions.
Commercial projects get customized warranty terms based on expected traffic loads and use patterns. Heavy industrial applications have different warranty terms than light office parking.
The warranty covers proper installation defects, not damage from excessive loads, improper maintenance, or ground movement beyond our control. We explain exactly what’s covered before work begins, so there are no surprises later.
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