Asphalt Paving in Dallas–Fort Worth
Blackland Asphalt builds and rebuilds commercial pavement across Dallas-Fort Worth: new construction lots, mill-and-overlay resurfacing, and full-depth reconstruction where the base has given up. Every scope starts with what is under the asphalt, because in North Texas that is what decides how long the surface lasts.
We work for property managers, HOAs, retail centers, churches and industrial owners who need the lot open tomorrow morning. Phasing, striping turnaround and access plans are part of the proposal, not an afterthought.
What's included
Commercial Asphalt Paving Services
Subgrade and base evaluation
Cores and proof-rolls tell us whether you need two inches of asphalt or a base fix. We will tell you when an overlay is the wrong answer.
Mill and overlay
Milling at transitions and gutter lines so the new mat ties in flush, drains correctly and does not trap water at the curb.
Full-depth reconstruction
Remove failed pavement and base, stabilize the clay subgrade, rebuild in compacted lifts, and pave to spec.
Drainage corrections
Regrading birdbaths and low spots that hold water. Standing water on clay is a slow demolition project.
Compaction and density testing
Rolling patterns and density checks documented, because uncompacted mat fails early no matter how good the mix is.
Restriping and ADA reset
New pavement gets a compliant layout back, including accessible stalls, access aisles and signage.
Asphalt Overlays vs. Full-Depth Paving
A mill-and-overlay resurfaces a lot whose base is still sound, typically at half the cost of rebuilding it. Full-depth paving removes the asphalt and the base, corrects the subgrade and rebuilds the section from the ground up.
Choosing between them is a structural question, not a budget question. We core the pavement before recommending either one, and we will tell you when an overlay is the wrong purchase.
The Blackland factor
Why Paving on Blackland Clay Requires More
Dallas and its northern suburbs sit on the Blackland Prairie, a belt of high-plasticity black clay that can swell dramatically when it takes on water and shrink just as hard through an August drought. That vertical movement travels straight up through asphalt.
Paving over a moving subgrade without addressing moisture and base gets you a beautiful lot that cracks in eighteen months. We focus on keeping water out of the clay: positive drainage, sealed edges, stabilized base sections, and proper thickness for the actual traffic loads.
Process
Our Paving Process
- 01
Assess
On-site walkthrough, core samples where needed, photo documentation and a condition report.
- 02
Plan
Scope options with cost and expected service life, phased so your property stays operational.
- 03
Build
Crew mobilizes with a written schedule, daily contact and traffic control.
- 04
Maintain
New pavement enrolled in a maintenance calendar so it never falls off a cliff.
FAQ
Asphalt Paving FAQ
- How much does it cost to pave a parking lot in DFW?
- Planning ranges in Dallas-Fort Worth run roughly $2.75 to $4.50 per square foot for a two-inch mill and overlay and $6.50 to $12.00 per square foot for full-depth reconstruction. Quantity, access and base condition move those numbers most.
- parking lot paving cost guide for DFW
- How long does new asphalt last in North Texas?
- A properly built commercial lot should give you 18 to 25 years with maintenance. Without sealcoating and crack sealing on a schedule, expect closer to 10 to 12 on Blackland clay.
- Can you overlay instead of tearing out?
- If the base is sound and the failures are surface-level, an overlay is usually the better value. If we see alligator cracking, pumping or rutting, an overlay just hides the problem for a season.
- How long before we can drive on it?
- Typically 24 to 48 hours depending on temperature and mat thickness. We schedule around your peak hours and can phase the lot in sections.
- Do you handle permits and city requirements?
- Yes. We pull the permits and coordinate inspections in Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Allen and the surrounding cities we work in every week.
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On-site walkthrough, photo documentation, a written condition report and a five-year maintenance forecast. No cost, no pressure.