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Renew tired pavement without full reconstruction with commercial asphalt resurfacing in Arlington, TX. We mill high spots, repair bad areas, and install smooth overlays that restore appearance and performance for lots and drives.
Precision Asphalt Arlington provides professional commercial asphalt resurfacing throughout Arlington, TX, Texas and the surrounding area. Our licensed, insured crew delivers safe, clean, on-time work with a free estimate before anything begins. Call (817) 646-5980 or request your free quote.
Commercial Asphalt Resurfacing for Arlington Businesses
Commercial asphalt resurfacing gives shopping centers, offices, warehouses, and churches in Arlington a fresh driving surface without the cost of full reconstruction. Precision Asphalt Arlington focuses specifically on local commercial properties, from older strip centers along South Cooper Street to newer business parks near I-20.
Resurfacing (also called an asphalt overlay) means we keep the existing base structure, correct the damaged areas, then install a new asphalt layer on top. When the underlying base is still structurally sound, this approach delivers a surface that looks and performs like new, at a much lower cost and with far less downtime for your tenants and customers.
For Arlington owners and property managers, the key decision is whether your lot qualifies for commercial asphalt resurfacing or needs deeper repair. Our crews evaluate this on site, looking at cracking patterns, drainage, traffic loading, and how the pavement has handled our North Texas heat and flash storms over the years. We then recommend the most cost effective solution for your specific property instead of a one size fits all overlay.
When Resurfacing and Overlays Make Sense in Arlington, TX
Not every worn parking lot can be saved with an overlay. Precision Asphalt Arlington uses a few practical checks that are specific to our local conditions.
Resurfacing is usually a good fit when:
• Cracks are mostly surface level and not alligator cracking throughout the lot.
• There are some potholes and failed patches, but they are limited areas, not the majority of the pavement.
• The lot drains fairly well, without long standing puddles after a strong storm.
• Heavy truck traffic is limited or controlled to designated drive lanes.
If your property has severe base movement, big areas of sunken pavement from old utility trenches, or constant standing water, we will likely recommend partial or full-depth repairs before any overlay. In Arlington we often see older centers built in the 1970s and 1980s with thin original pavement on expansive clay soils. In those cases, we may mill out and rebuild the heaviest traffic lanes, like dumpster routes and loading areas, then overlay the rest. This targeted approach keeps costs down while solving the real structural problems.
We also consider how your property is used. A medical office with frequent patient drop offs needs smoother transitions and tighter slope control than a storage facility. A warehouse off Highway 360 with daily tractor-trailer traffic needs thicker overlays and stronger base repairs than a small retail pad site. All of this factors into our resurfacing recommendations.
How Our Commercial Asphalt Resurfacing Process Works
A quality commercial asphalt resurfacing project in Arlington follows a specific sequence. Precision Asphalt Arlington uses a step-by-step process that keeps your property functional and safe while we work.
1. Site walk and layout. We walk the property with you to mark entrances, emergency routes, and any critical access that must stay open. For multi-tenant centers, we often phase the work so some businesses remain accessible each day.
2. Cleaning and prep. We use power brooms and blowers to remove sand, trash, and loose aggregate. Any oil soaked areas, common near drive-thru lanes and service bays, are treated or cut out so the new asphalt will bond instead of sliding on a slick spot.
3. Milling and edge transitions. At tie-in points (such as at city streets, concrete entrances, or warehouse slabs), we use a milling machine to grind down the existing asphalt. This avoids a raised lip at transitions and helps your overlay feather smoothly into surrounding surfaces.
4. Structural repairs. Before placing an overlay, we remove and replace failed areas, typically down to the base. In Arlington that often includes wheel ruts in drive lanes, broken pavement at dumpster pads, and undermined areas where water has seeped through older cracks.
5. Tack coat application. We apply a tack coat, a thin sprayed layer of asphalt emulsion, across the existing surface. This acts like glue between the old pavement and new overlay and is critical for long term performance.
6. Overlay paving. We place new hot mix asphalt at the specified thickness, usually between 1.5 and 3 inches for commercial overlays in our region. Our crews use commercial pavers and steel drum rollers to achieve a smooth, compacted finish.
7. Striping and reopening. Once the asphalt has cooled enough for traffic, we re-stripe stalls, handicap spaces, fire lanes, and crosswalks according to city of Arlington codes and your specific site layout. We then reopen the lot in clearly defined phases, so tenants and customers know where they can safely drive and park.
Overlay Design, Thickness, and Mix Choices
The design of a commercial asphalt resurfacing project is not just about making it black again. Precision Asphalt Arlington chooses overlay thickness, asphalt mix type, and reinforcement methods based on how your property is actually used.
For light duty parking (offices, churches, small retail), overlays are typically 1.5 to 2 inches. For heavier use areas in Arlington, such as grocery store drives, warehouse aprons, or service station lanes, we commonly recommend 2 to 3 inches or a combination of thicker structural patching plus a 1.5 inch surface overlay.
Mix selection matters in our heat. North Texas summers can exceed 100 degrees for extended periods, so we avoid overly soft mixes that can rut under turning vehicles. We typically use TXDOT-approved hot mix designs for commercial overlays, then adjust the exact mix (aggregate size and binder content) to match your traffic levels.
On lots with widespread cracking but a sound base, we may use a reinforcing interlayer, such as a paving fabric or special membrane, between the old surface and new overlay. This helps slow existing cracks from reflecting through the new surface, which is a common concern on older Arlington properties that have been patched many times over the decades.
We also look at slope and drainage. A slightly thicker overlay in low spots can correct minor ponding without the cost of full reconstruction. Where drainage is more severely compromised, we may add or adjust inlets, reshape swales, or rebuild limited sections before overlaying the rest.
What Drives the Cost of Commercial Asphalt Resurfacing
Commercial asphalt resurfacing is usually more economical than full reconstruction, but prices can vary widely depending on real site conditions. Precision Asphalt Arlington is up front about the cost drivers so you can plan realistic budgets.
Key factors include:
• Existing pavement condition. If your lot only needs crack sealing, limited patching, and a straightforward overlay, costs stay lower. If we must perform extensive base repairs, undercut soft spots, or replace failed drainage, the project cost increases.
• Overlay thickness and mix type. Heavier traffic and thicker overlays require more material and more compaction effort. High performance or specialty mixes may cost more but can be worth it on distribution facilities or fuel stations.
• Access and phasing. Properties that must remain open 7 days per week, like grocery anchored centers or medical offices, may require night work or multiple phases. This adds labor and mobilization time but can be critical to keeping tenants operating.
• Layout complexity. Lots with many islands, tight radii, and multiple drive approaches take more time and detail work than large, open warehouse yards. Intricate layouts also affect striping and signage costs.
• Subsurface surprises. In Arlington it is common to discover old utility trenches, improper base materials, or previous thin overlays during prep. We address these issues as change items only when needed, and we document them so you understand the reason for any adjustment.
For budgeting purposes, we often help property managers compare a basic resurfacing approach against a more robust repair-plus-overlay plan, so you can weigh short term cost savings against long term performance.
Common Problems We Solve on Arlington Commercial Lots
Decades of North Texas weather and traffic leave some predictable issues on commercial pavements. Precision Asphalt Arlington is used to solving these problems as part of a resurfacing and overlay project.
Alligator cracking in drive lanes. This usually shows up where delivery trucks and trash haulers turn frequently, such as near docks, gates, and dumpster pads. We do not overlay directly over these areas. Instead, we cut them out, rebuild the base as needed, and then integrate them into the new surface.
Ponding water after storms. Slight depressions can be corrected by varying the overlay thickness to restore positive drainage to inlets. More serious ponding may require saw-cutting and reconstructing localized areas, or even adding inlets or adjusting concrete gutters before overlaying the entire section.
Raveling and loose rock. On older overlays or poorly compacted paving, the surface aggregate can begin to shed. We clean aggressively, repair localized failures, then overlay with a properly compacted mix that locks the stone in.
Uneven transitions and trip hazards. At concrete entries, ADA ramps, and building slabs, resurfacing must tie in smoothly to avoid trips and vehicle scrapes. We mill or grind those edges, then fine tune the overlay elevations so transitions are safe and comfortable for pedestrians and vehicles.
Faded or non-compliant striping. Once the new asphalt is in, we re-layout or adjust parking and fire lane markings to current standards. That often includes updating accessible parking symbols, adding clear fire lanes for the Arlington Fire Department, and improving crosswalk visibility near building entrances.
What Arlington Property Managers Should Know Before Hiring
Before you commit to commercial asphalt resurfacing, there are a few practical steps that will help your project go smoothly and protect your investment.
Ask for a pavement evaluation, not just a square foot price. A trustworthy contractor should inspect your lot in person, probe soft spots, look at drainage after a rain if possible, and explain where full-depth repairs are truly needed versus where an overlay alone will work.
Clarify the scope in writing. Your proposal from Precision Asphalt Arlington will identify repair locations, overlay thickness, mix type, and phasing. This prevents surprises and helps you justify the project to owners, tenants, or corporate offices.
Plan around your busiest times. Work with your tenants to select dates and times when closures will hurt the least. In Arlington, that might mean avoiding game days near AT&T Stadium or event weekends at Globe Life Field if your property serves visiting traffic.
Confirm traffic control and communication. A good resurfacing project includes cones, barricades, and clear signage so customers and delivery traffic know where to go. We provide diagrams when needed so you can share temporary parking and access routes with tenants.
Discuss maintenance after the overlay. A new surface will last longer with routine crack sealing and periodic sealcoating. We recommend a basic maintenance schedule tailored to your use, whether it is a quiet office park off Bowen Road or a high-turnover retail center near Pioneer Parkway.
By approaching commercial asphalt resurfacing as a planned capital improvement instead of an emergency repair, Arlington property managers can extend pavement life, improve curb appeal, and reduce liability, all while keeping businesses accessible and operating.
