Serving Martinsville & Somerset County
Asphalt, pavers and concrete for driveways, patios, walkways and parking areas in Martinsville, NJ, built on a properly compacted base.
Three decades paving NJ properties
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Martinsville, NJ
Quick answer
Old Irish Paving & Masonry provides paving services in Martinsville, 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.
Martinsville is known for larger homes on wooded, hilly lots, often with long, sloping driveways and back yards that need retaining walls. Whatever you’re paving in Martinsville, the result depends on what’s underneath: excavation to stable ground, a compacted stone base, and drainage that moves water away from your home.
Steep grades and wooded lots in Martinsville mean runoff, tree roots and shale soils all affect how paving is built.
Key facts
Problems we solve
These are the issues we’re called about most in Martinsville and nearby Somerset County: some are specific to local soils, terrain and housing, others are common across New Jersey.
What you seeLong sloped drives with roots lifting asphalt and runoff carving the edges.
Why it happensSteep grades on wooded lots in the Washington Valley area.
How we fix itRoot management, heavier base, careful compaction on the grade, Belgian block edges and drainage at the bottom.
How to prevent itKeep gutters, swales and drains clear of leaves.
What you seeHard-to-use yards with eroding slopes.
Why it happensHilly terrain.
How we fix itRetaining walls and terraced patios with steps, designed with drainage behind every wall.
How to prevent itPlant slopes and direct downspouts away from walls.
What you seeTannin stains on patios and blocked drains every fall.
Why it happensHeavy tree cover.
How we fix itCleaning, sealing pavers for stain resistance, and drain grates that are easy to clear.
How to prevent itBlow off leaves weekly in fall.
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 seeGrass and weeds sprouting between pavers, sand piles from ants, and joints washing out.
Why it happensPlain sand in the joints, joints that were never fully filled, or polymeric sand that has worn away.
How we fix itWe clean out the joints, let them dry, sweep in fresh polymeric sand, compact and mist it so it hardens and locks the pavers.
How to prevent itKeep joints topped up, sweep debris off, and consider sealing every few years.
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.
Martinsville driveways are often long and steep, so we pitch them carefully, add trench drains at the garage when needed and use Belgian block edging to protect the edges from runoff.
For Martinsville’s sloped drives we build a heavier base and compact the asphalt carefully on grades so it holds up to braking and turning.
Every Martinsville quote lists the excavation depth, base depth and finished thickness in writing so you can compare contractors fairly.
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.
| Surface | Why choose it | Upkeep |
|---|---|---|
| Asphalt / blacktop | Best value; handles plowing and salt | Sealcoat every 2–3 years |
| Interlocking pavers | Premium curb appeal; easy repairs | Re-sand joints occasionally |
| Concrete | Clean, bright, long-lasting | Seal periodically; avoid harsh de-icers |
| Bluestone / natural stone | Classic look for patios and walks | Repoint or reset occasionally |
Local businesses and institutions in the Martinsville area use us for parking areas, repairs and sealcoating. For homeowners, see residential paving, and for businesses see commercial paving.
Plan with confidence
Reviews
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
I met with the owner Thomas, who gave me ideas and choices for the look I was trying to envision. The crew tore up my old cracked concrete patio and sidewalk and installed gorgeous new pavers. They did the work promptly and professionally and cleaned up well after the jobsite.
— Dawn G., 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 Martinsville homeowners and parking lots and access drives for local businesses.
Yes. On Martinsville’s sloped lots we often install a trench drain in front of the garage, regrade the driveway and redirect water to a swale or dry well.
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.
Usually, yes. Sound pavers are lifted, cleaned and reset on the rebuilt base.
Most recurring cracks come from water getting into the base, not from the asphalt itself. Seal cracks while they’re small, fix drainage, and if alligator cracking has spread, rebuild the base in that area.
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
