Asphalt Driveway Paving & Installation Burlington, VT 05401

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Burlington's Victorian Hill Section, Old North End duplexes, and post-war neighborhoods all share one thing: driveways that take a beating from four-foot frost heaves, spring mud season, and eighty inches of snow every winter. The clay and glacial till under Burlington and the surrounding area holds water and heaves hard, and when the thaw comes every April, it cracks and settles driveways that looked fine in February.

Since 2011, Burlington Asphalt Paving has been the call for homeowners and property managers across Burlington (05401) and the surrounding towns who need honest advice about whether a driveway can be patched, resurfaced, or needs to come out and go back in. We know the neighborhoods from the lakefront up through the Hill Section to the University District, and we know the soil and the seasonal damage that comes with it.

Asphalt Paving in Burlington (05401)

Burlington's driveway challenges are real and specific. The city climbs steeply from Lake Champlain, which means long side drives and narrow rear pads with tight access, steep grades that shed water poorly, and shared drives between neighbors where repairs need coordination. The Old North End and Five Sisters neighborhoods run tight triple-deckers and duplexes with aprons that sit close to foundations and hold water after heavy rain or spring melt. Post-war subdivisions and condo associations in the New North End, South Burlington, and Colchester have wider driveways that are now thirty to fifty years old, and the base failures and alligator cracking that comes with age.

The real enemy here is the subgrade. Champlain Valley clay and glacial till over ledge rock means water sits, frost heaves four to five feet deep, and spring thaw cracks pavement that survived the winter. Add eighty inches of snow, plows, and salt from November through April, and a weak base fails fast. We build driveways and parking lots knowing this ground, with proper base preparation, correct thickness, and drainage that actually works. Our team has served Burlington and the surrounding area since 2011, and we understand the frost, the mud season, and the short paving window from May through October.

Our services in Burlington

Asphalt Driveway Paving & Installation in Burlington · New hot-mix driveways built on a compacted crushed stone base with a true 2.5-3…
Driveway Repair in Burlington · Sunken aprons, crumbling edges, and frost heaves get full-depth patches that…
Pothole Repair & Asphalt Patching in Burlington · Potholes cut square then tack-coated and filled with compacted hot mix.
Asphalt Resurfacing & Overlay in Burlington · A new 1.5-2 inch surface course over a structurally sound driveway…
Asphalt Milling & Removal in Burlington · Mill-and-pave; full-depth reclamation or complete tear-out with haul-away.
Driveway Replacement in Burlington · When alligator cracking runs section to section…
Parking Lot Paving & Construction in Burlington · New parking lots and expansions for retail, HOA, church, school…
Parking Lot Repair & Resurfacing in Burlington · Potholes; failed sections; catch basin rebuilds and full overlays for…
Recycled Asphalt & Millings Driveways in Burlington · Compacted asphalt millings make a budget-smart surface for long drives…
Tar & Chip Driveways in Burlington · Tar and chip is liquid asphalt with rolled stone chips: a textured…
Gravel Driveway Installation & Grading in Burlington · New gravel drives built in proper lifts of dense-graded crushed stone over…
Private Road & HOA Paving in Burlington · Private lanes, HOA streets, and townhome and apartment drives paved, overlaid…
Driveway Extensions, Widening & Aprons in Burlington · Add a parking pad for the third car or the snowplow truck…
Sports Court & Path Paving in Burlington · Backyard courts, tennis and pickleball bases, paths…

How a Job Works in Burlington

We start with a free on-site assessment. We measure your driveway or lot, look at the base and drainage, check for frost heave or settlement, and give you honest advice about whether patching, resurfacing, or replacement makes sense. We provide a written estimate with tonnage and thickness specs so you know exactly what you're getting.

When we schedule the work, we coordinate around your neighborhood. If you're on a shared drive in the Old North End or a steep lot in the Hill Section, we plan access for our paver and roller and work with neighbors if needed. If your driveway apron or curb cut needs city approval, we help you navigate local permitting and timing. We do the base work, set the grade for drainage, lay the asphalt, and compact it properly so it lasts.

We leave your property clean. Cleanup is part of the job. You get a walkthrough when we're done, and we stand behind our workmanship.

Driveway paving in Burlington typically runs from $6 per square foot for a straightforward new installation, depending on access, base condition, and thickness. Resurfacing an existing driveway (where the base is sound) starts around $4 per square foot. Repairs and pothole patching start at $450 for a single pothole; extensive patching on a large surface often costs more than resurfacing, so we'll tell you which makes sense. Parking lot work, private roads, and HOA projects are quoted on site because the variables are wide: lot size, access for equipment, existing pavement condition, and base prep all change the price. We offer free commercial estimates for parking lots. Call us at (802) 214-7338 for a free on-site assessment and a written estimate with specs.

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I have a shared driveway in the Old North End with my neighbor. Do we both have to agree to paving work, and who pays for what?

Shared driveways are common in Burlington's older neighborhoods, and the rules depend on your deed and any easement language. Generally, both owners have a right to use the drive, and both may be responsible for maintenance and repair costs, but the specifics vary. We recommend checking your deed or talking with a local real estate attorney before you commit. If you decide to move forward, we can coordinate with both neighbors and schedule the work to minimize disruption. Property line and easement questions are between you and your neighbor, but we can help with the construction side.

My driveway has big cracks and a few potholes. Can you patch it, or do I need a new one?

It depends on how much of the surface is cracked and where the failures are. If you have a few isolated potholes or edge breaks, patching works and costs around $450 to $800 depending on the size. If you see alligator cracking (a web of small cracks) across thirty to forty percent or more of the surface, the base is likely failing, and patching throws money away. Resurfacing (a new layer over a sound base) starts around $4 per square foot and buys you another ten to fifteen years. If the base is gone, the whole driveway needs to come out. We'll assess it on site and tell you which option makes sense for your money.

How much does it cost to pave a driveway in Burlington?

A typical residential driveway paving job in Burlington runs from $6 per square foot and up, depending on the size, access, and base condition. A 600-square-foot driveway on level ground with good access might run $3,600 to $4,500. A steep driveway in the Hill Section with tight access or poor subgrade will cost more because of the extra work and base prep. The best way to know is a free on-site estimate. Call us at (802) 214-7338, and we'll measure, assess the ground, and give you a written quote with tonnage and thickness so you know what you're paying for.

Do I need a permit to pave my driveway in Burlington?

Permit requirements in Burlington vary depending on what you're doing. A new driveway apron (the section that crosses the property line to meet the street), a curb cut, or any work that changes impervious surface or stormwater drainage may require approval from the City of Burlington. If you're in an HOA, architectural review may also be required. We recommend checking with the City of Burlington website at https://www.burlingtonvt.gov or calling the building department to confirm what you need before you start. We can help you navigate the permitting process and coordinate timing with the work.

I live in South Burlington or Colchester. Do you serve outside Burlington?

Yes, we serve Burlington and the surrounding areas, including South Burlington, Colchester, Essex, Williston, Milton, and Hinesburg. The soil and seasonal challenges are the same across the Champlain Valley, and we know the local conditions. Call us at (802) 214-7338 for a free estimate wherever you are in the region.

Are you insured for this work?

Yes, we are fully insured with general liability and workers' compensation coverage. When our crew is on your property, you and your home are protected. We carry the insurance your homeowner's policy expects, and we're happy to provide proof of coverage if you ask.

When should I have my driveway paved, and what should I do to prepare for spring and winter?

Asphalt paving in Burlington runs from May through October when the ground is dry and warm enough for the mix to cure properly. Spring thaw (April and early May) is the worst time to pave because frost heave and mud season wreck new work. If your driveway is damaged by spring thaw, wait until late May or early June to repair or replace it. New asphalt must cure for six to twelve months before any sealing, so don't seal it the first year. In winter, use sand instead of salt if you can, because salt accelerates deterioration. Sweep off standing water and debris in fall so water doesn't pool and freeze under the surface. If you see a pothole or broken edge, call us early; small repairs are cheap, and waiting turns them into big ones.