Resurfacing vs. Full Replacement: How to Decide
An overlay costs far less than reconstruction, but only if your base is still sound. Here is how we make that call.
Overlay is appropriate when
The base is stable, cracking is limited and non-structural, drainage works, and grades allow the extra 1.5"-2" of height at thresholds and curbs.
Replacement is required when
There is widespread alligator cracking, recurring potholes, visible base pumping, or the pavement has already been overlaid once or twice.
Core sampling
On large commercial projects we take cores to measure existing section thickness and evaluate base condition before recommending either path.
Questions about your own pavement?
We give free on-site assessments across Newark and Essex County.
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