Asphalt Driveway Replacement in Sewanee, TN
AAA Paving Contractors replaces aging and deteriorated asphalt driveways in Sewanee, TN with properly prepared new asphalt pavement.
When Should an Asphalt Driveway Be Replaced in Sewanee, TN?
The decision to repair or replace an asphalt driveway depends on the extent of the damage, condition of the pavement, underlying base, drainage, and history of previous repairs.
When Repair May Not Be Enough
An aging driveway can develop multiple problems at the same time, including cracking, settlement, potholes, broken edges, drainage issues, and previously patched areas.
AAA Paving Contractors evaluates the existing asphalt and property conditions before determining the scope of a driveway replacement project in Sewanee.
Asphalt Repair
When most of the driveway remains serviceable, individual damaged areas may be evaluated for asphalt repair.
EXPLORE ASPHALT REPAIR →Driveway Replacement
Complete replacement provides an opportunity to remove deteriorated asphalt, evaluate the base, correct preparation issues where needed, and install new pavement.
GET A DRIVEWAY REPLACEMENT ESTIMATE →How Asphalt Driveway Replacement Works in Sewanee, TN
A complete driveway replacement gives the contractor an opportunity to remove deteriorated pavement and evaluate what is happening underneath the old asphalt.
Remove the Old Asphalt
Deteriorated asphalt is removed so the existing driveway base and underlying conditions can be evaluated.
Evaluate the Existing Base
The driveway base plays an important role in supporting the new asphalt surface and should be evaluated during replacement.
Prepare, Grade & Compact
Proper preparation helps establish the shape, drainage, and support needed before new asphalt is installed.
Install New Asphalt
Fresh asphalt is installed over the prepared driveway base and shaped to the planned driveway layout.
Compact & Finish
Compaction is an important final stage of asphalt installation and helps finish the newly paved driveway.
Driveway replacement creates an opportunity to address preparation and base conditions that may have contributed to deterioration of the old pavement.
Asphalt Driveway Replacement Cost in Sewanee, TN
Driveway replacement pricing in Sewanee, Tennessee can vary based on the existing pavement, square footage, demolition, base preparation, grading, drainage, property access, and new asphalt installation.
Starting Asphalt Pricing
The asphalt price below provides a starting point for planning, but driveway removal and preparation requirements can affect the complete replacement cost.
Driveway Size
Total square footage and driveway layout affect material quantities and the overall scope of work.
Old Asphalt Removal
Demolition and disposal of the old asphalt can be part of the complete replacement project.
Base Condition
Soft, unstable, or deteriorated base areas can require additional preparation before new pavement is installed.
Grading & Drainage
Property grading and drainage conditions can affect how the new driveway is prepared.
Property Access
Equipment access, driveway width, gates, buildings, landscaping, and property layout can affect the work.
New Asphalt
New pavement requirements are determined after the replacement area and preparation needs are established.
A complete driveway replacement estimate should account for the existing driveway, removal requirements, base condition, grading, drainage, access, project dimensions, and new asphalt installation.
Asphalt Driveway Replacement in Sewanee, TN
AAA Paving Contractors replaces cracked, deteriorated, settled, and aging asphalt driveways throughout Sewanee, Tennessee.
Driveway Replacement for Sewanee Properties
Older driveways throughout Sewanee may eventually reach a point where the condition of the entire pavement should be considered instead of continuing to repair individual areas.
A replacement project provides an opportunity to remove deteriorated pavement, evaluate the underlying base, prepare the driveway, and install new asphalt.
Asphalt Driveway Replacement Questions in Sewanee, TN
Considering replacing an old asphalt driveway in Sewanee? Here are answers to common questions about removal, repair, base preparation, new asphalt, cost, and maintenance.
Should I repair or replace my asphalt driveway?
When most of the driveway remains serviceable, repair may be an option. When deterioration extends throughout the pavement, replacement may be considered.
EXPLORE ASPHALT REPAIR →Can you pave over my old asphalt driveway?
Whether existing asphalt can remain in place depends on its condition, elevation, drainage, base stability, and the overall project. Severely deteriorated pavement may require removal.
Does the old driveway have to be removed?
Complete driveway replacement commonly involves removing deteriorated asphalt so the underlying base can be evaluated and prepared.
What happens to the base under the driveway?
After old asphalt is removed, the underlying base can be evaluated for stability, soft areas, grading, drainage, and preparation needs.
Can drainage problems be addressed during replacement?
Existing slopes, low areas, water movement, driveway elevations, and drainage conditions should be considered while planning a replacement project.
How long does driveway replacement take?
The scope of demolition and preparation has a major effect on project timing, so the actual driveway should be evaluated before scheduling.
How much does driveway replacement cost in Sewanee?
Replacement cost depends on driveway size, old pavement removal, disposal, base condition, grading, drainage, access, and new asphalt requirements.
Should a new replacement driveway be sealcoated?
Newly installed asphalt generally needs time before sealcoating is considered. The appropriate timing depends on the pavement and sealcoat requirements, so the new asphalt should be evaluated before maintenance treatment is applied.
EXPLORE SEALCOATING →Complete Asphalt Services for Sewanee, Tennessee
Different pavement conditions require different solutions. Explore additional AAA Paving Contractors services for residential, commercial, and rural properties throughout Sewanee, TN.
Localized pavement damage may call for asphalt repair, widespread deterioration may lead to driveway replacement, and serviceable pavement may be appropriate for sealcoating maintenance.
Ready to Replace Your Old Asphalt Driveway?
If your driveway has widespread cracking, settlement, potholes, failed pavement, or years of repeated repairs, it may be time to consider complete asphalt driveway replacement.
Complete replacement allows the old asphalt to be removed and the driveway structure underneath it to be evaluated before new pavement is installed.