FAQs

Most residential asphalt driveways last 15-20 years with proper installation and maintenance. Commercial parking lots typically last 20-25 years when professionally installed with adequate base preparation and two-layer application.

We mark the area, lay a gravel or limestone base, grade for proper drainage, pour two asphalt layers, and compact everything. The base layer provides structural support while the top layer creates a smooth, durable surface.

New asphalt should be sealed about one year after installation. After that, sealcoating every two to three years preserves the oils in asphalt and protects against weather, salt, and moisture damage.

Yes, crack sealing prevents water from penetrating beneath the surface and causing potholes. We apply rubberized sealant that moves with temperature changes, stopping further deterioration when addressed early.

Costs depend on area size, base preparation requirements, accessibility, and current pavement condition. New installations require more base work than resurfacing projects, and proper drainage adds to the initial investment but prevents future problems.

Resurfacing works when the existing base remains stable and drainage is adequate. It costs less than full replacement and extends pavement life by 10-15 years with a fresh surface layer over sound foundation.

Michigan's freeze-thaw cycles force water into cracks where it expands, accelerating damage. UV rays and oxidation also make asphalt brittle over time. Regular sealcoating slows this aging process by preserving flexibility.

Milling grinds existing asphalt to a specific depth for leveling or new installation. Full removal tears out everything to the base. Milling is more cost-effective and environmentally friendly since materials get recycled.

Proper grading directs water away from pavement and foundations toward designated drainage points. We install bases that account for Michigan's heavy spring runoff and summer storms to prevent water damage beneath surfaces.

Yes, we handle concrete repair for sidewalks, driveways, and other surfaces. Quality concrete work eliminates trip hazards, improves property appeal, and prevents water intrusion that leads to foundation issues.

Yes — Pro-Pave Asphalt handles commercial parking lot paving throughout Burton, Grand Blanc, Flint, Davison, and surrounding Genesee County communities. We manage everything from new construction asphalt and full resurfacing to crack filling and sealcoating for retail, industrial, and multi-unit properties. Reach out for a free on-site estimate tailored to your lot size and condition.

Pro-Pave Asphalt specializes in new driveway installation for Burton and the wider Genesee County area, handling the full scope of work from grading and base preparation through final paving. Choosing a contractor with clear local experience and documented service depth — residential and commercial — is the most reliable path to a driveway that holds up through Michigan winters.

Pro-Pave Asphalt serves both residential and commercial customers in Burton and Genesee County with new asphalt installation, full resurfacing, crack repair, sealcoating, and milling. Whether the project is a single-family driveway or a large commercial parking lot, the same range of services and on-site estimating process applies.