Your driveway takes a beating from Franklin’s harsh winters and scorching summers. You need asphalt that won’t crack under pressure or turn into a pothole minefield after one bad freeze-thaw cycle.
That’s exactly what you get with our proven paving process. We use the right materials for New Jersey’s climate extremes and time every installation perfectly with the weather. No rushing jobs in October when temperatures drop, no cutting corners with thin layers that fail in two years.
The result? A smooth, durable surface that enhances your property value and gives you one less thing to worry about when the seasons change.
We bring family tradition and modern expertise to every Franklin project. With roots dating back to 1948 and over 25,000 satisfied customers, we’ve seen every paving challenge New Jersey weather can throw at a driveway.
Owner Mark Harrison personally designs each project, understanding that your steep driveway in Franklin isn’t the same as a flat commercial lot in Newark. This attention to local conditions and individual property needs has earned us an A+ Better Business Bureau rating and countless referrals from neighbors who know quality work when they see it.
We focus on one job at a time, giving your project our complete attention rather than juggling multiple sites and cutting corners to meet impossible schedules.
First, Mark comes out personally to assess your property and discuss exactly what you need. He’ll explain the best approach for your specific situation, whether that’s complete replacement, overlay, or targeted repairs.
Next comes proper preparation—the foundation that determines whether your pavement lasts five years or twenty-five. We excavate when necessary, grade for proper drainage, and ensure a stable base that won’t shift or settle. This isn’t the part you see, but it’s the part that matters most.
Finally, we apply the hot-mix asphalt using professional equipment, timing everything with Franklin’s weather patterns. No laying asphalt when it’s too cold to cure properly, no rushing to beat an afternoon thunderstorm. The result is a smooth, properly compacted surface that’s ready to handle whatever you drive on it.
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Franklin property owners choose us for residential driveways, commercial parking lots, and everything in between. We understand that a cracked parking lot sends the wrong message to your customers, just like a deteriorating driveway affects your home’s curb appeal.
Our services include new asphalt installation, resurfacing existing pavement, pothole repair, and sealcoating to extend pavement life. We also handle grading, water management, and custom design work for challenging properties with drainage issues or steep grades.
What sets us apart in Franklin is our understanding of local conditions. We know which mix designs work best for the area’s clay soils, how to handle the freeze-thaw cycles that destroy inferior work, and when to schedule projects for optimal curing in New Jersey’s unpredictable climate.
Asphalt paving costs in Franklin typically range from $3-7 per square foot for residential driveways, depending on site preparation needed, thickness requirements, and access challenges. A standard two-car driveway (20×40 feet) usually runs $2,400-5,600 installed.
Several factors affect your final cost: existing pavement condition, drainage requirements, and whether you need complete replacement or can overlay existing asphalt. Properties with steep grades or poor drainage require more preparation work, increasing costs but ensuring long-term performance.
The most expensive mistake is choosing the lowest bidder who cuts corners on preparation or uses thin asphalt layers. Quality installation costs more upfront but saves thousands in premature replacement and ongoing repairs.
The optimal paving window in Franklin runs from May through September, when ground temperatures stay consistently above 50°F. Asphalt needs warm conditions to cure properly—too cold and it won’t compact correctly, leading to premature failure.
Summer months offer the most flexibility, but they’re also when everyone wants their paving done. Smart property owners book their projects in March or April for summer installation, avoiding the rush and ensuring better scheduling.
Fall paving can work through early October, but you’re gambling with weather. One unexpected cold snap can ruin a project that would have been perfect in August. Spring installation also gives you a full season to enjoy your new pavement before winter arrives.
Most residential driveways in Franklin are completed in 1-2 days, depending on size and preparation requirements. Day one typically involves excavation, grading, and base preparation. Day two covers asphalt installation and final grading.
Larger commercial projects or driveways requiring extensive preparation may take 3-5 days. Weather delays can extend timelines, which is why we build buffer time into our schedules rather than promising unrealistic completion dates.
After installation, avoid heavy traffic for 24-48 hours while the asphalt cures. You can walk on it within a few hours, but cars and trucks should wait until the surface has hardened properly to prevent permanent damage.
Most residential driveway paving in Franklin doesn’t require permits if you’re staying within existing boundaries and not changing drainage patterns. However, expanding your driveway, adding new access points, or significantly altering grades may trigger permit requirements.
Commercial paving projects typically need permits, especially for parking lots or access roads that connect to public streets. The township reviews these projects for compliance with drainage, traffic flow, and accessibility standards.
We know local requirements and help navigate the permit process if needed. We won’t start work without proper approvals, protecting you from potential fines or forced removal of non-compliant work.
Proper maintenance starts immediately after installation. Keep heavy vehicles off the new asphalt for at least 48 hours, and avoid sharp turns or parking in the same spot repeatedly during the first few weeks while the surface fully hardens.
Sealcoating every 3-5 years protects against New Jersey’s harsh weather cycles, preventing water penetration and UV damage that lead to cracking. Address small cracks immediately before they expand into expensive repairs—a $50 crack sealing job today prevents a $500 pothole repair tomorrow.
Regular cleaning removes debris and prevents staining, while prompt snow removal in winter prevents freeze-thaw damage. Avoid using rock salt directly on asphalt; sand or calcium chloride are gentler alternatives that won’t damage the surface.
We focus on one job at a time, giving your project complete attention rather than juggling multiple sites. Owner Mark Harrison personally designs each project and stays involved throughout the process, ensuring quality control that larger companies can’t match.
Our experience with New Jersey weather patterns means we know exactly when to schedule work for optimal results. We won’t rush a job to meet an arbitrary deadline if weather conditions aren’t right—a practice that separates professional contractors from fly-by-night operators.
With over 25,000 satisfied customers and an A+ Better Business Bureau rating, we’ve built our reputation on delivering exactly what we promise. We offer specialized discounts for seniors, military, and first-time customers, treating every client with the same attention regardless of project size.
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