Serving Bernardsville & Somerset County
Asphalt, pavers and concrete for driveways, patios, walkways and parking areas in Bernardsville, NJ, built on a properly compacted base.
Three decades paving NJ properties
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Bernardsville, NJ
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Old Irish Paving & Masonry provides paving services in Bernardsville, NJ, including asphalt and blacktop driveways, interlocking pavers, concrete, patios, walkways and parking lots, plus repairs and sealcoating. We’re family-owned, licensed and insured, with 30+ years of experience in Somerset County.
Bernardsville is known for estate properties with long private drives, stone walls and gate pillars, alongside older homes close to downtown. Whatever you’re paving in Bernardsville, the result depends on what’s underneath: excavation to stable ground, a compacted stone base, and drainage that moves water away from your home.
The Somerset Hills terrain means steep, winding driveways, rock and significant runoff, so careful grading and drainage are critical.
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 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.
What you seeGaps opening up between pavers, borders drifting into the lawn, cut pieces loosening.
Why it happensMissing or failed edge restraint. Without it, traffic pushes the paver field outward.
How we fix itWe reset the border on a compacted base and install a proper concrete or spiked edge restraint, then re-tighten and re-sand the field.
How to prevent itEdge restraint is non-negotiable on every paver job. Ask how it will be installed.
What you seeSmall craters (popouts) or pitting across the surface.
Why it happensPorous aggregate near the surface absorbing water and expanding when frozen, or poor finishing.
How we fix itMinor pitting can be cleaned and sealed. Heavy damage calls for resurfacing or replacement with a better mix.
How to prevent itSeal regularly and avoid harsh de-icers.
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.
Estate driveways, private roads and motor courts in Bernardsville get thicker asphalt sections and careful compaction on grades.
Every Bernardsville quote lists the excavation depth, base depth and finished thickness in writing so you can compare contractors fairly.
Compare them in our guide: asphalt vs. concrete vs. pavers.
Downtown businesses and institutions in Bernardsville use us for parking area paving and maintenance. For homeowners, see residential paving, and for businesses see commercial paving.
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Reviews
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
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
FAQ
It depends on size, the condition of the existing surface, how much excavation and base is needed, access and the material. We give free written quotes after a short site visit.
Yes. We pave driveways, patios and walkways for Bernardsville homeowners and parking lots and access drives for local businesses.
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.
Spring through late fall, when asphalt plants are open and ground temperatures are above roughly 40–50°F. Book early, because spring and fall fill up quickly.
No. Every 2–3 years is right for most driveways. Sealing too often builds up a film that can crack and peel.
Usually a thin or poorly compacted base, or water undermining it. The fix is to lift the pavers, rebuild the base in compacted lifts and reset them.
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
