Serving Hazlet & Monmouth County
New blacktop driveways, private roads, parking lots, overlays and repairs in Hazlet, NJ, built on a compacted stone base.
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Hazlet, NJ
Quick answer
Old Irish Paving & Masonry provides asphalt paving in Hazlet, NJ, including new and replacement blacktop driveways, private roads, parking lots, overlays, patching and sealcoating. Typical residential builds include excavation, a 4–6 inch compacted stone base and 2–3 inches of compacted hot-mix asphalt, adjusted to your soil and traffic.
We pave driveways across Hazlet and handle small commercial lots along Routes 35 and 36.
Being close to Raritan Bay means sandier soils in places, salt in the air and heavy coastal storms, all of which affect masonry joints and paving edges. Asphalt is flexible and handles winter plowing and salt well, but only when the base underneath is solid and the surface drains.
Key facts
Problems we solve
These are the issues we’re called about most in Hazlet and nearby Monmouth County: some are specific to local soils, terrain and housing, others are common across New Jersey.
What you seeCracked, settling stoops pulling away from 1950s–70s homes.
Why it happensNo frost footing, plus decades of salt and freeze-thaw.
How we fix itFull stoop replacement on a proper footing in brick, stone or pavers.
How to prevent itAvoid rock salt on masonry.
What you seeFaster wear on masonry joints, paving edges and metal railings.
Why it happensProximity to Raritan Bay and coastal storms.
How we fix itSalt-tolerant materials, well-compacted bases and good drainage.
How to prevent itRinse salt off surfaces in spring.
What you seeCracked, heaved back patios.
Why it happensOriginal slabs poured without a base or joints.
How we fix itReplacement with pavers on a compacted base.
How to prevent itPitch away from the house.
What you seeThe sides of the driveway are breaking off into the lawn, especially where cars drive close to the edge.
Why it happensAsphalt edges with no support underneath, or with base that stops short of the edge, crack under tire loads. Lawn sprinklers and runoff wash out the soil beside them.
How we fix itWe cut back to solid asphalt, extend and compact the base beyond the paved edge, repave, and often install Belgian block curbing to lock the edge in place.
How to prevent itBuild the base wider than the asphalt, tamp the edges at a bevel, and keep heavy vehicles off the outer foot of the driveway.
What you seeSlabs have cracked, lifted at the joints, or the surface is flaking off in patches.
Why it happensFreeze-thaw, road salt, tree roots, a weak base or concrete poured without air entrainment and proper control joints.
How we fix itIsolated slabs can be removed and repoured. If the whole driveway is scaling or heaving, replacing it with new concrete, asphalt or pavers on a properly built base is the lasting fix.
How to prevent itAvoid rock salt and ammonium-based de-icers, and seal concrete every few years.
What you seeThe driveway has turned light gray, the stones are showing, and it feels rough underfoot.
Why it happensSun (UV), water and road salt oxidize the asphalt binder over time, making the surface brittle and porous.
How we fix itIf the surface is structurally sound, we fill cracks and sealcoat to restore color and protection. If the stone is coming loose (raveling), a 1.5–2″ overlay renews the surface.
How to prevent itSealcoat every 2–3 years starting 6–12 months after paving, and don’t over-seal yearly, which can cause peeling.
| Layer | What we do | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Subgrade | Excavate soft soil, grade for drainage | Prevents sinking and puddles |
| Fabric | Geotextile over soft clay (when needed) | Keeps stone from pushing into the soil |
| Stone base | 4–6″+ quarry-processed stone, compacted | Carries the load and resists frost |
| Asphalt | 2–3″+ hot mix, rolled hot | Dense, smooth, watertight surface |
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.
Businesses along Routes 35 and 36 rely on us for parking lot repairs, sealcoating and paving. See commercial paving for details.
Plan with confidence
Reviews
★★★★★
Last fall the Old Irish Paving crew repaired our front slate porch and our paver walkway and they did a great job! They came back to complete a minor repair and we are very happy. We are considering using them again for another project.
— Kathleen N., Google review
★★★★★
Wow! What an amazing paving & masonry company. This family-owned company is so knowledgeable and professional. The team gave our home such a clean and upgraded look.
— John Q., Google review
★★★★★
We just had our driveway and front walkway paved and outlined in Belgian block by Old Irish. The company handled the project with very good expertise and experience. The crew was hardworking and went the extra mile, ensuring we were satisfied with the project details from start to finish.
— James M., Google review
FAQ
Typically 15–25 years with good base work, drainage, sealcoating every 2–3 years and prompt crack filling.
Only if the base is sound and the surface has minor damage. Otherwise we remove it and rebuild. See paving over old asphalt.
Yes. We demolish the old stoop, pour a proper footing and build a new stoop in brick, stone, pavers or concrete with safe, even steps. See front stoop replacement in Hazlet.
Usually after 2–3 days, longer in hot weather. Avoid sharp turns while stationary for the first few weeks.
You can, but it rarely looks or performs right next to asphalt or pavers, and many towns limit driveway width. A paved widening on a matching base is the lasting fix.
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.
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
