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ASPHALT DRIVEWAY PAVING
Most residential asphalt driveways need 2 to 3 inches of compacted asphalt over a 4 to 6 inch aggregate base, and a thin or skipped base is where Florida driveways fail first. Richard Cooper's All Around Asphalt handles asphalt driveway paving in Jacksonville, Florida, from tearing out cracked concrete and tired gravel to building new entrances, turnarounds, and parking pads. With 16+ years behind every project, our crew grades, compacts, and paves each driveway ourselves from start to finish.
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A DRIVEWAY SHOULD MAKE COMING HOME EASIER.

Every day starts and ends on your driveway, so cracks, puddles, and crumbling edges wear on you long before they become expensive. A properly built asphalt drive fixes that for years. We excavate soft sand, build a compacted aggregate base, and lay hot asphalt at a thickness matched to your vehicles, so the finished surface stays flat and sheds water.

The result is a deep black entrance that frames your home, handles summer downpours, and saves you from patching the same trouble spots season after season. It also adds real value if you ever decide to sell.

  • Full excavation and base preparation
  • Slopes set to carry water away
  • Clean seams and supported edges
  • Paving typically finished in one day
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ASPHALT DRIVEWAY PAVING

A SMOOTH ARRIVAL HOME THAT SHRUGS OFF DOWNPOURS.

A new driveway changes how a property looks and works. Cars roll in without bouncing over broken slabs, rain runs off instead of pooling at the garage door, and the whole front yard looks finished. We size width and thickness to your household, whether that means two commuter cars, a work truck, or a boat trailer, and we shape curves and turnarounds so drivers can leave facing forward instead of backing into traffic.

DRIVEWAYS SHAPED FOR JACKSONVILLE SAND AND STORMS.

Northeast Florida soil is mostly sand, and summer storms can dump inches of rain in an afternoon. Both work against pavement. We remove loose material and roots, replace saturated spots with crushed aggregate, and compact the base in lifts before paving. Every drive gets a crown or cross slope that pushes water toward the street or a swale, so the edges and base stay dry between storms.

WE BUILD THE PART OF YOUR DRIVEWAY NOBODY SEES.

The black surface gets the compliments, but the base underneath decides whether a driveway lasts. Over 16 years of paving, we have learned that skipping excavation or thinning the stone layer always shows up later as ruts, sinking, and cracks. So we dig deeper, compact longer, and check grades with our own skid steer before the paver ever starts. Want to see what that looks like on your property?

WHAT A NEW ASPHALT DRIVEWAY DELIVERS.

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Faster Return to Normal
Asphalt handles light traffic within a couple of days, compared with the week or more concrete needs to cure, so your household gets back to normal quickly.
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Flexibility on Shifting Sand
Slight flexibility lets the surface move with minor settling instead of snapping, helping a well-built drive resist the long cracks that split rigid slabs on sandy soil.
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Simple, Affordable Repairs
Cracks fill in minutes, worn spots patch seamlessly, and an aging surface can take a fresh overlay later, so you rarely face tearing out the entire driveway.
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Sharper Curb Appeal
A deep black surface with crisp edges frames the home and makes landscaping stand out, signaling a property that has been cared for from street to door.
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Better Water Control
Proper crown and slope move rainwater off the surface before it soaks in, protecting the garage slab, nearby flower beds, and the driveway's own base from pooling damage.
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Lower Upfront Investment
Paving with asphalt typically costs less than concrete or pavers, freeing budget for a wider drive, a parking pad, or drainage improvements around the rest of the property.
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our services

OUR ASPHALT DRIVEWAY PAVING WORK

Every driveway project is different, from a first-time install on bare ground to widening a drive that no longer fits the family. Here is the range of driveway work our crew handles across Northeast Florida.
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NEW BUILDS

New Driveway Installation

Building from bare ground lets us control every layer. We strip topsoil and roots, haul in aggregate, compact a firm base, and finish with hot mix rolled to a consistent thickness from garage to road.
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FULL REPLACEMENT

Driveway Replacement & Tear-Out

Failing concrete, broken pavers, or patchwork asphalt come out completely. We check the subgrade for soft spots, correct them with fresh stone, and pave a new surface on a clean foundation.
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MORE ROOM

Driveway Extensions & Widening

Room for a second car or a boat trailer is often easier to add than expected. New sections are cut in cleanly, built on matching base depth, and tied in with tight, sealed seams.
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SAFER EXITS

Circular & Turnaround Driveways

Loop drives and hammerhead turnarounds let drivers leave facing forward. We lay out curves with widths and radii that suit full-size trucks and SUVs without clipping the lawn or landscaping.
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ROAD CONNECTION

Driveway Aprons & Entrances

The stretch between your drive and the road takes the hardest hits from turning tires. We rebuild aprons with proper thickness and a smooth transition so cars roll in without scraping.
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SOLID GROUND

Base Rebuilding & Compaction

Ruts, sinking spots, and recurring cracks usually trace back to a weak base. We dig out failed areas, replace saturated sand with crushed aggregate, and compact each lift before paving.
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THE WORD ON OUR WORK

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY.

Homeowners tell us the difference shows up the first time it rains. Puddles disappear, edges stay put, and the driveway still looks fresh seasons later. Read what neighbors say about our crew, our communication, and the driveways we leave behind across Northeast Florida.

Can you pave asphalt over an old concrete driveway?

It is possible when the slabs are stable, but joints and cracks in concrete usually reflect through new asphalt within a few seasons. Removing the concrete and building a proper base lasts longer.

How wide should a two-car driveway be?

A two-car driveway generally runs 18 to 24 feet wide, while a single lane works at roughly 10 to 12 feet. Extra width near the garage makes parking and opening doors easier.

When should a new asphalt driveway be sealed for the first time?

Fresh asphalt needs time to cure and release its oils, usually several months at minimum. Sealing too early traps those oils and softens the surface, so wait until the pavement fully hardens.

Why does my new driveway show small stones on the surface?

Visible aggregate is part of a normal hot-mix texture, especially near edges and hand-worked areas. The surface tightens with traffic, and a first sealcoat later fills fine voids for a uniform look.

Will paving equipment damage my lawn or landscaping?

Some disturbance along the edges is normal, since crews need room for trucks, the paver, and the roller. We plan access routes, protect beds where possible, and backfill soil along new edges.

Can you add a parking pad beside my existing driveway in Jacksonville, Florida?

Yes, Richard Cooper's All Around Asphalt adds side pads for boats, trailers, and extra vehicles across Jacksonville, Florida. We match the base depth, cut the old edge clean, and seal the seam.

Should a driveway have edging or a curb along the sides?

Edging is optional, but the sides need support either way. Tapered, compacted edges backfilled with soil suit most homes, while borders give extra protection where tires roll near the edge.

Why choose Richard Cooper's All Around Asphalt for a driveway in Jacksonville, Florida?

Richard Cooper's All Around Asphalt builds every Jacksonville, Florida driveway from the base up with our own crew and equipment. You get honest advice, a written scope, and pavement built to handle Florida rain.

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Common Questions

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.

Planning a new driveway brings up questions about thickness, timing, and what happens to the old surface. These answers cover the ones homeowners ask most before we schedule their paving.

Can you pave asphalt over an old concrete driveway?

It is possible when the slabs are stable, but joints and cracks in concrete usually reflect through new asphalt within a few seasons. Removing the concrete and building a proper base lasts longer.

How wide should a two-car driveway be?

A two-car driveway generally runs 18 to 24 feet wide, while a single lane works at roughly 10 to 12 feet. Extra width near the garage makes parking and opening doors easier.

When should a new asphalt driveway be sealed for the first time?

Fresh asphalt needs time to cure and release its oils, usually several months at minimum. Sealing too early traps those oils and softens the surface, so wait until the pavement fully hardens.

Why does my new driveway show small stones on the surface?

Visible aggregate is part of a normal hot-mix texture, especially near edges and hand-worked areas. The surface tightens with traffic, and a first sealcoat later fills fine voids for a uniform look.

Will paving equipment damage my lawn or landscaping?

Some disturbance along the edges is normal, since crews need room for trucks, the paver, and the roller. We plan access routes, protect beds where possible, and backfill soil along new edges.

Can you add a parking pad beside my existing driveway in Jacksonville, Florida?

Yes, Richard Cooper's All Around Asphalt adds side pads for boats, trailers, and extra vehicles across Jacksonville, Florida. We match the base depth, cut the old edge clean, and seal the seam.

Should a driveway have edging or a curb along the sides?

Edging is optional, but the sides need support either way. Tapered, compacted edges backfilled with soil suit most homes, while borders give extra protection where tires roll near the edge.

Why choose Richard Cooper's All Around Asphalt for a driveway in Jacksonville, Florida?

Richard Cooper's All Around Asphalt builds every Jacksonville, Florida driveway from the base up with our own crew and equipment. You get honest advice, a written scope, and pavement built to handle Florida rain.

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    HOW WE WORK

    FROM CRACKED SLAB TO FRESH ASPHALT, HERE IS HOW.

    STEP 01

    Walk the Site Together
    We start with a visit to measure the area, check how water moves across your lot, and talk through vehicles, width, and layout. You leave the meeting knowing exactly what we recommend and why.

    STEP 02

    Remove the Old Surface
    Cracked concrete, broken asphalt, or loose gravel comes out and gets hauled away. We also strip roots and organic soil, since anything that can rot or settle has no place under new pavement.

    STEP 03

    Grade and Shape the Subgrade
    Our skid steer sets the slope that will carry rain toward the street or a swale. Soft or saturated pockets get dug out and replaced, so the ground beneath stays uniform and firm.

    STEP 04

    Build and Compact the Base
    Crushed aggregate goes down in layers, and each lift is compacted before the next. This foundation spreads vehicle weight and keeps the finished driveway flat for many years of daily use, heavy rain, and summer heat.

    STEP 05

    Pave and Roll the Surface
    Hot asphalt is spread at a consistent thickness, then rolled tight while it is still workable. Edges are tapered and seams at the garage and apron are finished smooth for easy, scrape-free entry from the street.

    STEP 06

    Clean Up and Hand Off
    We backfill soil along the new edges, sweep the site, and walk the finished drive with you. You also get clear guidance on when to drive, park, and schedule the first sealcoat on your new surface.