Make the Right Choices for Your Next Paving Project

Are you curious about the asphalt paving process? At R-N-J Paving, we're here to guide you through every step. Serving Warren, Clarke, Frederick, and Shenandoah counties in VA, we're a fully licensed and insured asphalt paving contractor committed to detail-oriented work and honest communication. Please read the information below to better understand the paving process. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us.

Helpful Information About Paving and Asphalt

• Before the job, do a walk-through with the contractor to discuss all aspects of the job, from drainage, property lines, sleeving, and utility line locations. If any excavation is needed, contact your utility company to mark the location of underground lines.
• The finished product is only as good as the foundation it is laid upon - if you wish to perform an asphalt overlay on an existing drive that is showing signs of failure, we would strongly suggest removing the existing asphalt to prepare a solid sub-base foundation for the new paving.
• Proper installation of the base material for the foundation is critical. This involves grading and compacting the surface to ensure no soft spots, which can cause problems in the future. Stone is placed 4 to 6 inches deep and then compacted and graded to provide a smooth and solid template for the asphalt surface.
• Since asphalt never truly hardens, a base that is uneven or has depressions or soft spots will create the same uneven surface to appear on the asphalt. Proper foundation construction is the key to a long-lasting and well-done final product.
• Once the base is completed, the final surface asphalt is trucked in from the nearest asphalt plant and placed by our experienced technicians. Some surfaces need only a single lift of asphalt, while others with heavier traffic demands may require additional. Don't hesitate to ask what is best for your situation during the initial visit or estimate.
• Once the asphalt has been laid, the next and most important step is compaction, so that the material will hold together. R-N-J Paving uses a double drum vibratory roller to ensure a smooth finish, followed by hand tamping the edges to support vehicular weight.

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Contact R-N-J Paving Today

Whether you're ready to start your paving project or just have a few questions, we're here to help. Contact R-N-J Paving, your trusted asphalt paving contractor in the Front Royal, VA area. We look forward to helping you achieve a smooth, durable, and attractive paved surface.