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You’re tired of watching your parking lot crack and buckle every winter. Water pools in the same spots. Potholes reappear weeks after repairs. Your customers notice, and you’re worried about liability.
Proper parking lot paving fixes the root problem. When the base is graded correctly and drainage actually works, water doesn’t sit and seep into the foundation. You’re not throwing money at temporary patches that fail before the snow melts.
A well-built parking lot in West Glens Falls handles what our winters throw at it. The asphalt stays smooth. Drainage keeps water moving. You get decades of use instead of constant repairs. That’s what happens when the work is done right from the start.
We’ve been handling paving, excavation, and foundation work across the Glens Falls region for more than 25 years. The owner is involved in every project from estimate to completion, which means you’re not dealing with a different person every time you call.
West Glens Falls properties face specific challenges. The soil composition here requires proper base preparation. Winter conditions demand drainage that actually functions. We understand these local factors because we’ve been working in this area for decades, not just passing through for a quick job.
You’ll get competitive pricing, straight answers, and work that’s built to handle upstate New York weather. No sales pitch. No runaround. Just experienced paving service from someone who’s accountable for the results.
The process starts with an on-site assessment. We evaluate your current parking lot condition, drainage issues, and any base problems that need addressing. You’ll get a clear estimate that spells out exactly what’s included.
Site preparation comes next. This means removing failed asphalt if needed, addressing any drainage problems, and preparing the base properly. In West Glens Falls, that often involves dealing with clay-heavy soil that requires a thicker stone base and sometimes road fabric to prevent shifting. Skipping this step is why some parking lots fail within a few years.
Once the base is compacted and graded correctly, the asphalt goes down. Proper thickness matters here, especially for commercial lots handling regular traffic. The asphalt gets compacted while it’s still hot to create a solid, durable surface. After that comes striping, marking, and any final details like curbing or accessibility features. You’ll know the timeline upfront, and the owner stays involved throughout to make sure everything meets the standard you were promised.
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Parking lot paving in West Glens Falls isn’t just about laying asphalt. We handle the full scope: excavation, base preparation, grading for proper drainage, asphalt installation, and finishing work like striping and curbing.
The region’s climate makes drainage critical. Standing water in a parking lot isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s the main cause of premature failure. Water seeps into cracks, freezes during winter, expands, and breaks apart the asphalt from underneath. Proper grading prevents this by directing water away from the surface and your building foundation.
You’ll also get guidance on maintenance that extends your investment. Sealcoating every few years protects against UV damage and water infiltration. Crack sealing prevents small issues from becoming major repairs. These aren’t upsells—they’re practical steps that can double your parking lot’s lifespan from 15 years to 30 years. We operate year-round, with seasonal flexibility that shifts to foundation work and land clearing during winter months when paving conditions aren’t ideal. That means you can plan your project around your business needs, not just the paving season.
A properly installed asphalt parking lot typically lasts 15 to 20 years in upstate New York, but that number changes dramatically based on two factors: installation quality and ongoing maintenance.
If the base wasn’t prepared correctly or drainage issues weren’t addressed during installation, you might see major problems within 5 years. Water is the enemy. When it pools on the surface or seeps into a weak foundation, freeze-thaw cycles during our winters will destroy the asphalt faster than normal wear and tear ever could.
On the other hand, a parking lot built with proper base preparation, correct grading, and adequate drainage can last 25 to 30 years when you stay on top of basic maintenance. That means sealcoating every 2 to 3 years and addressing cracks before they spread. The upfront work determines whether you’re looking at decades of reliable use or constant repairs.
Resurfacing means adding a new layer of asphalt over your existing parking lot. It’s the middle-ground option that works when your current surface has wear and minor cracking, but the base underneath is still solid. You’re essentially giving the lot a fresh top coat, which can add 8 to 15 years of life at a fraction of replacement cost.
Replacement is tearing everything out down to the base, fixing drainage and foundation issues, and rebuilding from scratch. You need this when the base has failed, when there’s widespread cracking across more than 20% of the surface, or when drainage problems are causing repeated failures in the same areas.
The wrong choice costs you money. Resurfacing over a failed base just hides the problem temporarily—those same cracks and dips will reappear through the new asphalt within a year or two. We assess the actual condition during the estimate so you know which approach makes sense for your situation and budget.
Parking lot paving typically runs between $3 and $7 per square foot for asphalt in the West Glens Falls area, but that range depends heavily on what your project actually needs.
A simple resurfacing job where the base is solid and you’re just adding a new asphalt layer costs less—usually $1 to $3 per square foot. Full replacement where you’re tearing out the old lot, fixing drainage, rebuilding the base, and installing new asphalt costs more because there’s significantly more labor and material involved.
Site-specific factors affect the price too. If your property has drainage issues, clay-heavy soil that needs extra base work, or accessibility requirements for striping and curbing, those add to the scope. The size of the lot matters—larger projects typically have better per-square-foot pricing than small jobs. We provide detailed estimates that break down exactly what you’re paying for, so you can see where the money goes and make informed decisions about your project.
Asphalt paving requires warm temperatures to work properly. The asphalt needs to stay hot during installation and compaction, and the ground temperature needs to be above freezing for proper bonding. In West Glens Falls, that typically means paving season runs from late spring through fall.
When temperatures drop below 50 degrees consistently, asphalt cools too quickly during installation. It doesn’t compact properly, which leads to a weaker surface that’s more prone to cracking and early failure. That’s not a corner worth cutting.
We operate year-round by shifting focus during winter months. When paving isn’t feasible, the work transitions to foundation projects, excavation, and land clearing—services that aren’t temperature-dependent. If you have an urgent parking lot issue during winter, temporary patching can address immediate safety concerns until proper paving conditions return. Planning your parking lot project for the warmer months ensures you get quality results that will actually last.
Poor drainage is the number one killer of parking lots in West Glens Falls. When water doesn’t drain properly, it pools on the surface and eventually works its way into the base. During winter, that water freezes and expands, breaking apart the asphalt from underneath. You’ll see this as potholes, cracking, and uneven settling in the same problem areas year after year.
Inadequate base preparation is the second major cause. If the base wasn’t thick enough for the soil conditions or wasn’t properly compacted, the parking lot will shift and crack under regular traffic loads. In areas with clay-heavy soil—common around here—you need a thicker stone base and sometimes road fabric to stabilize the ground.
Skipping maintenance accelerates failure too. Small cracks let water in. UV exposure breaks down the asphalt binder. Without sealcoating every few years and crack sealing as needed, a parking lot that could have lasted 30 years might fail in 15. The installation quality sets the foundation, but ongoing care determines whether you reach that full lifespan or deal with premature replacement.
Yes. Parking lot striping, ADA-compliant accessible spaces, and pavement marking are part of the complete parking lot service. These aren’t add-ons you need to coordinate with another contractor—they’re handled as part of your project.
ADA compliance requirements include specific dimensions for accessible parking spaces, proper signage, and access aisles that meet current regulations. Getting this wrong can result in fines and liability issues, so it needs to be done correctly from the start.
Striping also affects traffic flow and maximizes your usable parking spaces. Faded or poorly planned striping creates confusion and inefficient use of your lot. Fresh, clearly marked lines improve safety and help customers navigate your property. We include these details in the project planning so your finished parking lot is fully functional and compliant, not just paved.
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