Serving Bernardsville & Somerset County
Driveways, asphalt, pavers, patios, stoops, retaining walls and foundation work for homes and businesses in Bernardsville and across Somerset County.
Three decades paving NJ properties
Fully licensed NJ contractor
Owner-led, hands-on projects
Written, no-obligation quotes
Bernardsville, NJ
Quick answer
Old Irish Paving & Masonry is a family-owned, licensed and insured paving and masonry contractor serving Bernardsville, NJ (Somerset County) and nearby towns. We install and repair asphalt and paver driveways, patios, walkways, stoops, steps and retaining walls, and provide basement waterproofing and foundation repair. Estimates are free.
We’ve been paving and building in Somerset County for more than three decades, and Bernardsville (Bernardsville, including the Bernardsville Mountain area and the Olcott Square downtown) is part of our regular service area. Bernardsville is known for estate properties with long private drives, stone walls and gate pillars, alongside older homes close to downtown.
The Somerset Hills terrain means steep, winding driveways, rock and significant runoff, so careful grading and drainage are critical. That local knowledge shapes every quote we write: how deep to dig, how much base to install, which way water should run, and which materials will look right on your home.
Key facts
Problems we solve
These are the issues we’re called about most in Bernardsville and nearby Somerset County: some are specific to local soils, terrain and housing, others are common across New Jersey.
What you seeLong drives with raveling asphalt, broken Belgian block and settled areas.
Why it happensAge, heavy service vehicles and runoff on hilly terrain.
How we fix itRebuilding failed sections, resetting or replacing Belgian block, and overlays or full replacement with heavier sections.
How to prevent itSealcoat and crack-seal regularly to protect a large investment.
What you seeLeaning dry-laid walls and loose caps on entrance pillars.
Why it happensFrost movement, roots and missing footings.
How we fix itRebuild on proper footings, reset caps and repoint with compatible mortar.
How to prevent itKeep plows and vehicles away from pillars.
What you seeWater cutting across drives and into basements.
Why it happensSomerset Hills slopes concentrate runoff.
How we fix itSwales, culverts, trench drains and regrading as part of the paving design.
How to prevent itInspect drainage after big storms.
What you seeChunks of asphalt are pushed onto the lawn every winter, and the edges get rougher each year.
Why it happensUnsupported asphalt edges, and plow blades set too low.
How we fix itWe rebuild the edges on a wider base and install Belgian block curbing as a solid, plow-resistant border.
How to prevent itMark the edges with stakes before winter and ask your plow service to use a shoe or rubber edge.
What you seeBluestone or brick treads rock when stepped on, and caps have popped off.
Why it happensFailed mortar bed, water freezing beneath the tread, and salt damage.
How we fix itWe lift the treads, clean and rebuild the mortar bed, reset them level with a slight forward pitch, and repoint the joints.
How to prevent itRepoint failing joints early and pitch treads so water runs off.
What you seeThe patio is too hot to walk on barefoot, or slick when wet.
Why it happensDark materials absorb heat, and smooth finishes lose grip, especially around pools.
How we fix itWe recommend lighter, textured pavers or thermal-finished bluestone around pools and high-sun areas.
How to prevent itChoose finish and color for the location, not just the look in a catalog.
Driveways: Many Bernardsville driveways are long and winding, edged in Belgian block and leading to motor courts. We build them with heavy bases, drainage swales and quality edging, and refresh older estate drives with overlays or full replacement.
Masonry: Stone walls, pillars, bluestone steps, stone-veneer stoops and restoration of older masonry are typical of our Bernardsville work.
Outdoor living: Natural stone and bluestone terraces with walls and steps suit Bernardsville’s estate homes.
Our process
Tom or a family member walks the property, measures, checks drainage and talks through materials and budget.
You get a clear, itemised quote covering excavation, base depth, materials, finish and clean-up. No pressure.
Our own crew excavates, builds the compacted base and installs the surface using quality materials.
We clean up, walk the finished job with you, explain aftercare and stand behind the work.
Plan with confidence
Reviews
★★★★★
I couldn't be happier with the work Old Irish Paving did on my driveway! The team was professional, efficient, and the quality of their work is outstanding. They made the whole process stress-free from start to finish.
— Angel G., Google review
★★★★★
Old Irish put in a patio for us and we are extremely happy with the patio and their service. They were very responsive and got the job done very quickly. The patio and concrete pad underneath our hot tub look amazing!
— Alyssa M., Google review
★★★★★
My sister hired Old Irish for cellar stairs and basement wall work. They arrived early, never left until 5 or after, and always cleaned up. They also told her about leakage inside her foundation and did a great job fixing it.
— Connie B., Google review
FAQ
Yes. We visit your Bernardsville property, measure and discuss options, then give you a written, no-obligation quote. Call (908) 992-2345 to book.
Asphalt and paver driveways, patios, walkways, stoops and steps, retaining walls, concrete, parking lots, repairs and sealcoating, basement waterproofing and foundation repair.
Yes. Belgian block curbing and aprons are among our most common Bernardsville projects. They protect asphalt edges on long drives and suit the area’s classic estate style.
Most asphalt driveways take 1–2 days. Paver driveways and patios usually take 3–7 days depending on size and design.
Well-built pavers and properly air-entrained concrete can last 30+ years, and asphalt 15–25 years. The base and drainage matter more than the surface.
Usually not permanently. The separation means the stoop has no proper footing. Rebuilding on a footing below frost depth is the lasting fix.
Free, no-obligation quote
Tell us about your driveway, patio, steps or masonry project. Tom or a member of the family will call you back promptly to book a free on-site visit and a written quote.
Prefer to talk? (908) 992-2345
