If Mother Nature, weather, accidents, or routine wear and tear have taken their toll upon your concrete or asphalt driveway, it may be time for a driveway replacement.
Call PKS Paving-Atlanta (678)-540-2345, we are here to assist you.
At PKS, we routinely deal with driveway replacements and driveway repairs in the metro Atlanta Region. Our staff of experienced and knowledgeable pavement professionals can survey and analyze your driveway, and tender you a free written estimate which guarantees your satisfaction.
Driveway replacement can be challenging and should not be attempted by a non-professional contractor. If a section of concrete or asphalt has been cracked, eroded, and/or neglected for any length of time, the pavement will more than likely require intense repairs and may even need to be replaced.
Water runoff and time are two enemies of your driveway and will continue to cause major issues. Small cracks occur when water, inevitably, makes its way into small voids. After being left unattended, the driveway’s foundation or subgrade can begin to break down, turning minor cracks into larger issues like potholes. While freeze-thaw cycles can accelerate this process in colder climates, in the Atlanta metro area, frequent rain, high humidity, and heavy traffic loads are the primary factors that drive long-term pavement deterioration.
As your driveway erodes, so does the supporting ground and base beneath it. At this point, repairs are often senseless. The slope and drainage pattern of the problem area often make a tear-out, grading, and full replacement the most practical solution. Our team regularly evaluates drainage conditions across Atlanta properties, identifying underlying issues like poor grading, water pooling, and sub-base failure to ensure every replacement is built for long-term performance in local conditions.
An easy telephone call to PKS Paving Atlanta (678)-540-2345 will assure you of a prompt and accurate assessment. We uncover the problems and then expertly and efficiently provide an economical driveway solution. Give us a call today.
In the Atlanta climate, a professionally installed asphalt driveway typically lasts 15–20 years, while a concrete driveway can last 30 years or more. Longevity depends heavily on proper sub-base preparation and grading to handle Georgia’s heavy rainfall and shifting clay soils.
For asphalt, daytime temperatures should be at least 70°F to ensure the mix remains pliable for proper compaction. While we can pave year-round, avoiding the peak winter freeze-thaw cycles and heavy spring rains ensures the best possible cure and finish.
If your driveway has minor cracks (less than 1/4 inch) but is structurally sound, repairs or sealcoating are cost-effective. Resurfacing (overlay) works if the surface is worn but the base is solid. However, if more than 25-30% of the driveway has ‘alligator’ cracks, deep potholes, or drainage issues, a full replacement is the most durable and economical long-term solution.
