Asphalt Resurfacing
Asphalt resurfacing lays a new layer of hot-mix asphalt over your existing pavement, giving you a smooth, black, like-new surface for a fraction of the cost of full replacement. When the base under your driveway or parking lot is still sound, an overlay is the smartest money you can spend on aging asphalt. AAA Asphalt Paving resurfaces driveways and commercial lots across Central Mississippi. Free estimates: 601-624-1112.
When Resurfacing Is the Right Call
Asphalt ages from the top down. Sun oxidizes the surface, water works into small cracks, and traffic grinds away the wearing course. If the damage is still in that top layer, you do not need new pavement, you need a new surface. Resurfacing is the right fit when you see:
- Widespread surface cracking that keeps coming back after sealing
- A gray, faded, rough surface that looks decades old
- Minor ruts, ripples, or worn wheel paths
- A lot or driveway that drives rough but has no sinking or soft spots
If the base itself has failed, with deep alligator cracking, recurring potholes, or areas that sink and hold water, an overlay would only hide the problem for a season. In those cases we recommend repairing the failed sections or repaving them, and we will tell you which is which during the estimate. Honest assessment first, then the right fix.
Our Resurfacing Process
- Inspect the existing pavement and confirm the base is sound
- Repair cracks, potholes, and failed spots so damage does not telegraph through
- Mill or grind edges where needed for clean transitions at garages, curbs, and drains
- Tack coat so the new layer bonds to the old surface
- Lay 1.5 to 2 inches of hot-mix asphalt and compact it smooth
- Restripe parking stalls and markings on commercial lots
Residential and Commercial Resurfacing
For homeowners, resurfacing turns a tired driveway into the best-looking surface on the street, usually in a single day. For businesses, churches, and HOAs, it is the most cost-effective way to renew a large lot: we phase the work so you stay open, then finish with fresh striping so the whole property reads as new. Central Mississippi is our home base, and our crews travel statewide for larger commercial resurfacing projects.
Protect the Investment
A new overlay deserves the same protection as new pavement. Sealcoating every 2 to 3 years and an annual maintenance check keep water and sun from starting the aging cycle over, and push a 10 year overlay toward 15.
Get a Free Resurfacing Estimate
Not sure whether your pavement needs resurfacing, repair, or replacement? That is exactly what the free estimate answers. Call 601-624-1112 or request a quote online.
Asphalt Resurfacing FAQs
What is asphalt resurfacing?
Asphalt resurfacing, also called an overlay, is the process of applying a new layer of hot-mix asphalt over an existing paved surface after repairing cracks and damage. It restores a smooth, black, like-new surface without the cost of tearing out and rebuilding the pavement from the base up.
Is resurfacing cheaper than replacing asphalt?
Yes, significantly. Because resurfacing reuses your existing base and most of the existing pavement structure, it avoids the excavation, hauling, and base work that make full replacement expensive. When the base underneath is still sound, resurfacing delivers a like-new surface for a fraction of replacement cost.
How do I know if my asphalt can be resurfaced instead of replaced?
The deciding factor is the condition of the base. Surface cracking, fading, and minor rutting usually point to resurfacing. Widespread alligator cracking, deep potholes that keep returning, and areas that sink or pump water usually mean base failure, which calls for replacement in those sections. We assess this in person during a free estimate and tell you honestly which side of the line your pavement is on.
How long does asphalt resurfacing last?
A properly done overlay on a sound base typically lasts 10 to 15 years in Mississippi. Sealcoating every 2 to 3 years and prompt crack repair extend its life the same way they do for new pavement.
How thick is an asphalt overlay?
Most overlays run 1.5 to 2 inches of compacted hot-mix asphalt, with the exact thickness depending on the traffic the surface carries. Commercial lots with truck traffic may need more.
How long does resurfacing take?
Most residential driveways are resurfaced in a day. Commercial parking lots typically take a few days depending on size, repairs needed, and whether we phase the work so part of your lot stays open.
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