San Antonio Asphalt Paving for Homes and Businesses
Asphalt Paving San Antonio installs, repairs and maintains asphalt pavement across the Alamo City, from residential driveways in Stone Oak and Alamo Ranch to retail parking lots along Loop 410 and Loop 1604, private roads in the Hill Country, and truck yards off I-10 and I-35.
San Antonio is hard on pavement. Expansive clay moves underneath it, summer sun bakes it, and sudden storms send water across it. Most asphalt that fails early here doesn’t fail because of the surface. It fails because of what’s underneath. That’s why every project we quote starts with the base, the drainage and the right hot mix asphalt for the job, not just a fresh black top layer.
Our Asphalt Paving Services
New paving, repairs and maintenance for every stage of your pavement’s life, for homeowners, property managers and businesses throughout San Antonio.
Asphalt Driveway Paving
New hot-mix asphalt driveways built on a compacted base for San Antonio clay soil.
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Parking Lot Paving
New parking lots, expansions and reconstruction for retail, office and multifamily properties.
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Commercial Paving
Private roads, HOA streets, industrial yards, churches and schools across Bexar County.
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Asphalt Repair
Pothole repair, patching and base-failure fixes before small damage becomes a rebuild.
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Sealcoating
Protective sealcoat that shields asphalt from Texas sun, oxidation, oil and water.
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Parking Lot Striping
Layout, re-striping, ADA stalls and fire lane markings.
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ADA Parking Lot Striping
Accessible stalls, van spaces, access aisles, Texas NO PARKING lettering and signs.
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Crack Sealing
Hot-pour rubberized crack sealing that keeps water out of the base.
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Asphalt Resurfacing
Overlays that put a new surface on sound pavement for less than full replacement.
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Asphalt Milling
Milling worn asphalt to restore grades and curb reveal before an overlay.
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Chip Seal Paving
Tar-and-chip surfaces for long rural and Hill Country driveways.
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Asphalt Millings Driveways
Recycled asphalt driveways, a budget-friendly upgrade from gravel.
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Why San Antonio Property Owners Choose Us
Good asphalt is mostly about the work you can’t see once it’s done. Here’s what you can expect on every job.
Base and Soil Done Right
We evaluate the subgrade on every job and build a compacted limestone base sized for San Antonio clay and caliche.
Drainage Designed In
Every surface is graded so water runs off, not under. Standing water is the fastest way to destroy asphalt.
Clear, Itemized Estimates
Area, base depth, asphalt thickness, price and schedule in writing, so you can compare quotes fairly.
Honest Recommendations
If crack sealing and sealcoating will buy you years, we say so instead of selling you a new driveway.
Scheduled Around You
Phased work, early starts in summer, and access kept open for residents, tenants and customers.
Clean, Safe Job Sites
We protect curbs and landscaping, control traffic, and haul away old asphalt and concrete.
Why Asphalt Fails Early in San Antonio, and How We Build Ours to Last
Expansive clay and caliche soil
Large parts of Bexar County sit on expansive clay that swells when it’s wet and shrinks during drought, which shows up as edge cracks, heaving and soft spots. Toward the Hill Country, crews hit caliche and limestone just below the surface. We evaluate the subgrade on every job, compact it, recommend lime stabilization or geotextile fabric when the soil calls for it, and build a compacted crushed limestone flexible base on top.
Summer heat and UV
On a July afternoon, asphalt surface temperatures can climb past 140°F. Heat softens the asphalt binder, causing rutting and tire scuffs, and UV exposure dries the surface out until it turns gray and ravels. The right mix, proper compaction and a sealcoating schedule keep asphalt flexible instead of brittle.
Flash floods and drainage
Central Texas storms can drop several inches of rain in an hour. We grade every driveway and parking lot so water sheds toward the street, a swale or a drain, and we seal cracks before water can reach the base.
Our Asphalt Paving Process
- Site visit and free estimate. We measure, check the surface, soil and drainage, and explain whether you need repair, an overlay or replacement.
- Demolition and excavation. Old asphalt, concrete or gravel is removed and hauled off.
- Subgrade preparation. Native soil is graded and compacted, and clay may be lime-stabilized.
- Flexible base. Crushed limestone base is placed in layers and compacted with a vibratory roller.
- Hot mix and rolling. After a prime coat, hot mix asphalt is placed with a paver and compacted while hot.
- Cleanup and care. We clean up, tell you when to drive on it, and set a date for the first sealcoat.
Asphalt Driveways for San Antonio Homes
A new asphalt driveway is one of the most cost-effective upgrades a San Antonio homeowner can make. It costs less than concrete up front, handles ground movement without the wide cracks concrete can develop, and can be resurfaced instead of torn out years later.
We pave new driveways, replace worn-out ones, widen existing drives and add parking pads. For long rural driveways, chip seal and recycled asphalt millings are budget-friendly options. See our asphalt driveway paving service.
Parking Lots, Private Roads and Commercial Paving
For property managers, HOAs, churches, schools, retail centers and industrial sites, we handle new parking lot paving, mill-and-overlay resurfacing, patching, sealcoating and striping.
We phase work so your business stays open, and we lay out accessible parking to meet the ADA and the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS). Learn more about our commercial asphalt paving.
How Much Does Asphalt Paving Cost in San Antonio?
Price depends mostly on square footage, how much excavation and base work the site needs, asphalt thickness, and access for equipment. These ranges are typical for the San Antonio market and are a starting point, not a quote.
| Service | Typical price range |
|---|---|
| New asphalt driveway (base + hot mix) | $4 – $7 per sq ft |
| New parking lot paving | $3.50 – $7 per sq ft |
| Asphalt overlay / resurfacing | $2 – $4 per sq ft |
| Sealcoating | $0.15 – $0.35 per sq ft |
| Crack sealing | $1 – $3 per linear ft |
| Pothole and patch repair | $5 – $12 per sq ft (minimums apply) |
For sample project sizes and what drives the price, see our San Antonio asphalt paving cost guide.
Asphalt or Concrete for a San Antonio Driveway?
Both work, but they behave differently here. Asphalt typically costs less to install, is ready to use sooner, flexes with shifting clay soil, and can be resurfaced when it wears. Concrete costs more up front and stays cooler in the summer sun, but it can crack in large slabs when the ground moves and is more expensive to repair. For most long driveways, private roads and parking lots in the San Antonio area, asphalt delivers more value for the money.
San Antonio Driveway Permits and Local Rules
Within San Antonio city limits, the driveway approach (the section between the street and your property line) is generally required to be concrete, while the driveway behind it can be asphalt. New curb cuts and work in the public right-of-way typically go through the City of San Antonio Development Services Department (DSD). Outside city limits, Bexar County and the surrounding counties have their own driveway specifications.
Properties in north San Antonio over the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone may face limits on impervious cover, and many HOAs have their own approval process. We help you confirm what applies to your address before the work starts.
Areas We Serve Around San Antonio
We work throughout San Antonio, including Stone Oak, Alamo Heights, the Medical Center, Alamo Ranch, Westover Hills, Shavano Park and the neighborhoods inside and outside Loop 410 and Loop 1604, plus the surrounding communities of Bexar, Comal, Guadalupe and Kendall counties. See all of our San Antonio service areas.
- San Antonio
- New Braunfels
- Boerne
- Schertz
- Helotes
- Converse
- Cibolo
- Live Oak
- Universal City
- Leon Valley
- Alamo Heights
- Seguin
- Bulverde
Asphalt Paving FAQs
How long does an asphalt driveway last in San Antonio?
A properly built asphalt driveway typically lasts 15 to 20 years or more in San Antonio. The biggest factors are a well-compacted base, good drainage, and regular maintenance: sealing cracks as they appear and sealcoating every two to three years to protect the surface from sun and water.
How soon can I drive on new asphalt?
Most new driveways can handle passenger cars after 48 to 72 hours. In the peak of a San Antonio summer it’s wise to wait a little longer, avoid turning the steering wheel while parked, and keep heavy trucks, trailers and RVs off the surface for at least a week.
When should new asphalt be sealcoated?
New asphalt needs time to cure before it’s sealed. The first sealcoat is usually applied about 6 to 12 months after paving, then every two to three years after that, depending on traffic and sun exposure.
What is the best time of year to pave in San Antonio?
Hot mix asphalt needs warm, dry conditions, so San Antonio’s long warm season allows paving most of the year. Spring and fall are ideal. Summer work is common with early-morning starts, and paving in winter is scheduled around cold fronts and rain.
Can you pave over my existing asphalt?
Often, yes. If the base underneath is solid and the surface only has minor cracking, an asphalt overlay can add a new surface for much less than full replacement. If the asphalt has widespread alligator cracking, potholes or soft spots, the base has failed and replacement is the better investment.
How long does it take to pave a driveway or parking lot?
Most residential driveways are completed in one to three days, including base preparation. Parking lots depend on size and whether work needs to be phased around business hours, but we’ll give you a clear schedule with your estimate.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. We provide free on-site estimates throughout San Antonio and the surrounding area. Call 123456 or use the estimate form on this page.
Get Your Free Paving Estimate in 3 Easy Steps
Call or Request Online
Tell us what you need paved, repaired or sealed. It takes about a minute.
Free On-Site Estimate
We measure, check the surface, soil and drainage, and give you a written, itemized quote.
We Pave, You Drive
We schedule the work, keep you updated, and leave you with care instructions for your new pavement.
