Asphalt Paving & Driveway Installation in Central PA
Asphalt paving is the installation or replacement of a bituminous surface for driveways, parking lots, and access roads, providing a durable surface that lasts 20 to 30 years with proper maintenance.
R2 Sealing provides professional asphalt paving services for residential driveways and commercial properties across 6 Central PA counties. From new driveway installations to full replacements and parking lot paving, all work is backed by our standard: the balance is always due after completion and your approval.
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Asphalt Paving, When Sealcoating Isn't Enough
Asphalt paving is the construction or replacement of an asphalt surface, as opposed to sealcoating, which is the maintenance of an existing surface. Paving is required when the existing driveway or lot has deteriorated beyond the point where surface maintenance can restore it, or when a new surface is being installed for the first time.
Indicators that paving rather than sealcoating is needed include: alligator cracking across large surface areas (indicating base failure), significant surface depressions or rutting, potholes that have been repaired multiple times, or an asphalt surface that is crumbling at the edges and no longer holds aggregate together.
R2 Sealing provides complete asphalt paving services including new installations, full replacements, and overlays (resurfacing) where the base is still structurally sound. Every project includes an in-person assessment to determine the most appropriate and cost-effective approach for the specific condition of the existing surface.
Full Replacement or Resurfacing, Which Does Your Driveway Need?
Full Asphalt Removal & Replacement
The existing asphalt surface and base are fully excavated. A new compacted sub-base is installed, followed by a binder course and a top course of hot-mix asphalt. This is the appropriate approach when the existing base has failed, when there is significant settling, drainage issues, or alligator cracking that extends into the base layer.
Full replacement provides a completely fresh surface with a new structural foundation. Expected lifespan with proper maintenance: 25 to 30 years.
[NOTE] Cost indication: $7–$13 per sq ft installed. Standard 600 sq ft driveway: $4,200–$7,800.
Asphalt Overlay / Resurfacing
The top 1.5 to 2 inches of the existing asphalt is milled away (or the new layer is applied directly over the cleaned existing surface). A new layer of hot-mix asphalt is then installed. This approach is appropriate when the existing base is still structurally sound but the surface has deteriorated beyond the point where sealcoating is effective.
Resurfacing is typically 30 to 50% less expensive than full replacement. It is not appropriate for surfaces with base failure, the new surface will show the same problems within 2 to 3 years if the base beneath it is compromised.
[NOTE] R2 Sealing will assess the base condition during the estimate visit and advise honestly on whether overlay or full replacement is the correct approach for your specific driveway.
The R2 Sealing Paving Process
Site Assessment & Written Estimate
Robert visits the property, assesses the existing surface and base condition, measures the area, and reviews drainage, grading, and any existing edging or border structures. You receive a written estimate covering all work, materials, and the total cost.
Excavation & Base Preparation
For full replacement: the existing asphalt and base material are excavated to the correct depth. For overlay: the surface is cleaned and prepared. In both cases, grading is reviewed and corrected to ensure proper drainage away from the structure.
Sub-Base Installation (Full Replacement)
A compacted stone sub-base is installed to the required depth, typically 4 to 6 inches for residential driveways, 6 to 8 inches for commercial lots with heavier traffic. A properly compacted base is the most important factor in the long-term performance of the asphalt surface above it.
Hot-Mix Asphalt Installation
Hot-mix asphalt is delivered and installed at the correct temperature for proper compaction. R2 Sealing uses a binder course and surface course for full replacements. Edges are formed cleanly and graded to blend with adjacent surfaces.
Compaction & Finishing
The asphalt surface is compacted using roller equipment to achieve the correct density and smoothness. Edge work, transitions to existing surfaces, and drainage channels are completed to the standard in your written estimate.
Cure Period, Inspection, and Payment
New asphalt requires a minimum of 24 to 48 hours before light vehicle traffic and 6 to 12 months before first sealcoating. R2 Sealing provides clear guidance on the cure period. You inspect the finished work and the balance becomes due after your approval.
Commercial-Grade SealMaster, On Every Job
R2 Sealing uses SealMaster commercial-grade asphalt sealer on every residential and commercial project. SealMaster is the largest manufacturer of pavement maintenance products in North America, the same product specification used on Pennsylvania state highway and municipal road projects.
Consumer-grade sealers available at hardware stores are water-based products that fade within one to two seasons. SealMaster bonds more deeply into the asphalt surface, provides superior UV block, resists petroleum-based fluids, and lasts 3 to 5 years under normal conditions. We apply the same commercial specification whether the job is a single residential driveway or a multi-property HOA contract.
Product | SealMaster Commercial-Grade Asphalt Sealer |
Supplier | SealMaster, North America’s largest pavement maintenance product manufacturer |
Durability | 3–5 years under normal residential driveway conditions |
vs. Consumer | Deeper bond, superior UV block, longer lifespan vs hardware store products |
Used on | PA state highways · Municipal roads · Residential driveways · Commercial lots |
Serving 6 Counties Across Central Pennsylvania
R2 Sealing LLC operates across York, Lancaster, Dauphin, Cumberland, Adams, and Lebanon counties. We have been serving homeowners and property managers throughout Central PA since 2020, with 100+ verified five-star reviews from customers across the region.
— York County
York · Hanover · Red Lion · Shrewsbury · Spring Grove · Hallam · Dallastown · Seven Valleys · Glen Rock · New Freedom · Stewartstown · Jefferson · Jacobus · Windsor
— Lancaster County
Lancaster · Elizabethtown · Mountville · Lititz · Millersville · Manheim · Columbia · Mount Joy · Marietta · Ephrata · Akron · Strasburg · Quarryville
— Dauphin County
Harrisburg · Hershey · Hummelstown · Middletown · Steelton · Linglestown · Dauphin · Halifax · Grantville · Elizabethville
— Cumberland County
Carlisle · Mechanicsburg · Camp Hill · Shippensburg · Newville · Dillsburg · New Cumberland · Lemoyne · Enola · Boiling Springs
— Adams County
Gettysburg · Hanover · New Oxford · Biglerville · Abbottstown · East Berlin · Littlestown · McSherrystown
— Lebanon County
Lebanon · Palmyra · Annville · Myerstown · Jonestown · Richland · Cleona · Cornwall
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Common Questions About Asphalt Paving in Central PA
How much does asphalt paving cost in York PA?
New asphalt driveway installation in York, PA typically costs $7 to $13 per square foot installed. A standard 600 sq ft single-car driveway is typically $4,200 to $7,800. A two-car driveway at 1,000 sq ft is typically $7,000 to $13,000. Cost varies based on site preparation required, existing base condition, and driveway grade. R2 Sealing provides free written estimates after an on-site assessment.
How long does a new asphalt driveway last?
A properly installed asphalt driveway with a correctly compacted base, maintained on a 3 to 5 year sealcoating schedule, can last 25 to 30 years. Without sealcoating, the same driveway typically requires replacement in 10 to 15 years. The quality of the sub-base installation is the single most important factor in long-term driveway performance.
When can I drive on a newly paved driveway?
New asphalt can support light passenger vehicle traffic within 24 to 48 hours in normal weather conditions. Heavy vehicles, trucks, delivery lorries, skips, should be avoided for at least 3 to 5 days. The surface continues hardening for 6 to 12 months after installation; during this period, avoid turning steering wheels while stationary and parking in the same spot repeatedly in hot weather.
When should I sealcoat a new asphalt driveway?
New asphalt should be allowed to cure for 6 to 12 months before first sealcoating. Sealing too early traps oils in the surface that need to evaporate during the curing period, which can cause the sealer to peel. After the initial sealcoating, the driveway should be maintained on a 3 to 5 year schedule going forward.
What is the difference between paving and sealcoating?
Paving is the installation or replacement of the asphalt surface itself, it involves laying new material. Sealcoating is a protective coating applied over an existing asphalt surface to extend its life. If your driveway is in serviceable structural condition, sealcoating is the appropriate maintenance service. If it has base failure, significant cracking, or is beyond repair, paving is required.
You Don't Pay Until the Job Is Done. That's Not a Slogan, It's How We Work.
R2 Sealing is the only asphalt maintenance company in Central Pennsylvania that requires zero deposit on residential jobs. You owe nothing until the work is complete and you have approved the result. If anything isn’t right after we leave, we return and fix it at no charge.
Residential Jobs | Zero deposit. Pay only after completion and your approval. Applies to every residential driveway and parking lot job. |
Commercial over $5,000 | 50% deposit at scheduling. Balance due after completion and your approval. You are always protected. |
Our Guarantee | If the finished work does not meet the standard in your written estimate, we return and address it at no charge. |
Safe language for all pages | “Balance always due after completion and your approval.” |
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Parking Lot Sealing
Commercial-grade sealcoating for business parking lots, church lots, strip mall surfaces, and facility car parks. R2 Sealing targets properties under 30,000 sq ft, the segment larger commercial operators consistently overlook.
Asphalt Crack Repair
Minor cracks in an otherwise sound driveway can be filled rather than paved. R2 Sealing will advise honestly on whether crack repair or paving is the right approach.