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Your driveway is cracked, faded, or falling apart - and patching it again is not the answer. We install a full new asphalt surface with proper base prep so it holds up through Inland Empire summers.
Asphalt paving in Highland means removing the old surface, grading and compacting the base underneath, then laying hot-mix asphalt and rolling it smooth - most residential driveways are complete in a single day once prep work is done.
A lot of homeowners in Highland are dealing with driveways that have been cracking and fading for years. The intense Inland Empire sun accelerates oxidation, and once the surface turns gray and brittle, sealing alone cannot save it. Full replacement is the cleaner, more cost-effective answer at that point. Once your new surface is down and cured, pairing it with asphalt resurfacing on a maintenance schedule keeps it protected for years.
The base is what determines how long your driveway actually lasts. A contractor who skimps on base depth or skips proper compaction is setting you up for cracks and sinking within a few years, no matter how clean the top layer looks on day one.
A network of interconnected cracks spreading in a pattern that looks like alligator skin means the base or surface layer has broken down. In Highland's heat, those cracks widen fast once they start, and water getting in will accelerate the damage.
If water pools on your driveway after a rainstorm instead of draining off, the surface has settled unevenly. Standing water speeds up deterioration and can work its way into the base, especially during the Inland Empire's occasional heavy winter rains.
Years of intense Inland Empire sun oxidize asphalt, turning it gray and brittle. When the edges start to crumble and the surface feels rough underfoot, the pavement has lost the flexibility it needs - sealing alone will not fix it at that point.
A pothole or sunken area means the base underneath has failed. Patching buys time, but if you have multiple problem spots across the driveway, a full replacement is usually the more cost-effective long-term answer.
We handle asphalt paving for driveways, private roads, and general residential surfaces across Highland and the surrounding Inland Empire. Every job starts with a site visit to assess the existing surface, check the base condition, and discuss the right approach for your property. If your lot needs attention beyond a standard driveway, our parking lot paving service covers commercial surfaces of any size.
Some surfaces do not need full replacement - if the base is still solid but the top layer has oxidized and worn, an asphalt resurfacing overlay is a faster, lower-cost solution. We will tell you honestly which option makes more sense for your specific situation rather than automatically recommending the higher-cost job.
Best for homeowners who need a new asphalt driveway installed from the ground up, including full base preparation and edge finishing.
Built for commercial property owners who need a durable, properly drained lot surface that can handle daily vehicle traffic.
Right for surfaces where the base is intact but the top layer has worn out - saves money compared to full removal and replacement.
The correct choice when cracking, drainage failure, or base damage has gone too far for an overlay to be a lasting fix.
Highland sits in the San Bernardino Valley at the base of the mountains, where summer temperatures regularly climb above 100 degrees. Asphalt softens in intense heat, so the mix formulation and compaction quality matter more here than in cooler climates. A properly specified mix holds up through a heat wave. A cheap one can rut or deform under parked vehicles on a hot July afternoon. The Inland Empire also has areas of expansive clay soil that swells when wet and contracts when dry - that movement puts stress on any paved surface from below, which is why base depth and compaction are not optional steps here.
We serve homeowners and property managers throughout the area, including Redlands to the east and San Bernardino to the west. If your home was built between the 1960s and the 1990s - which describes a large share of Highland's housing stock - your original driveway is likely at or past the end of its useful life. A fresh installation with the right materials for this climate will outlast a patch-and-hope approach by many years.
Call or submit the form and we will get back to you within one business day. We ask a few basic questions about the size of your driveway and its current condition so we can come prepared.
We visit your property to measure the area, check the base condition, and assess drainage. You receive a written estimate that spells out exactly what will be removed, how deep the base will be, and how thick the asphalt layer will be.
The crew breaks up and hauls the old surface, grades and compacts the base, then lays and rolls the hot-mix asphalt. Most residential driveways are paved in a single day once the base is ready.
We tell you exactly when the surface is safe to drive on - typically 24 to 48 hours. We walk the finished driveway with you before we leave to make sure everything looks right and drainage is correct.
Free written estimate. No pressure. We reply within one business day.
(909) 737-6516California requires paving contractors to hold a current state contractor's license, which you can verify through the California Contractors State License Board. We carry full liability insurance and workers' compensation - you get a certificate before any work starts.
We specify asphalt mixes designed for high-temperature performance, not a generic blend. That matters in Highland, where summer heat regularly pushes past 100 degrees and a poorly specified mix will rut and deform under parked vehicles within the first season.
Every estimate spells out the base depth, asphalt layer thickness, and what removal or grading is included. You can compare our bid against any other contractor on equal terms - no vague line items, no surprises on project day.
We have been working in Highland and across the Inland Empire long enough to know the neighborhoods, the soil conditions, and what the local climate demands from an asphalt installation. That experience shows up in how we specify and build each job.
When you call Riverstone Highland Asphalt Paving, you are working with a licensed, insured contractor who knows what this climate requires and puts it in writing. The goal is a driveway that still looks and performs well years down the road - not one that needs patching again next summer.
Full-depth paving for commercial parking lots, including drainage grading and base compaction for high-traffic surfaces.
Learn MoreA cost-effective overlay solution for surfaces where the base is solid but the top layer has worn through.
Learn MoreSummer heat is hard on old asphalt. Call today and we will assess your driveway and give you a written quote with no pressure and no surprises.