Licking County Concrete & Paving | Driveways, Patios, Asphalt

Q: Concrete vs. asphalt — which is better for Ohio driveways?

Both hold up well in Ohio when installed correctly. Asphalt is less expensive upfront, flexes with freeze-thaw cycles, and can be sealcoated for maintenance. Concrete costs more initially but lasts longer, holds up better to occasional deicing salt when properly cured, and offers stamped and decorative finish options. See our full concrete vs. asphalt comparison guide for a detailed breakdown.

Q: Do I need a permit for a new driveway in Licking County?

Requirements vary by township and municipality. Newark, Heath, Granville, Pataskala, Hebron, and Johnstown each handle driveway and right-of-way permits a little differently, especially where a new driveway apron meets a public road. We check the requirement for your specific address and handle the permit application as part of every project.

Q: How long does concrete need to cure before I can drive on it?

Concrete is typically safe for foot traffic after about 24–48 hours and safe for vehicle traffic after 7 days, though full design strength isn’t reached until around 28 days. We recommend avoiding heavy loads and deicing salt on a new driveway through its first winter.

Q: How often should asphalt be sealcoated?

We recommend sealcoating a new asphalt driveway or lot roughly 6–12 months after installation — enough time for the surface oils to cure — and then every 2–3 years after that. Regular sealcoating is the single biggest factor in how long an asphalt surface lasts in Ohio's freeze-thaw climate.

About Us

Poured Right.
Built to Last.

We pour concrete and lay asphalt across Licking County. That means compacted ODOT 304 gravel base under every slab and driveway, control joints cut at the correct spacing to manage cracking, and paving scheduled around Ohio's actual weather windows instead of a sales calendar. Learn more about our approach.

"In our experience with Licking County properties, the single biggest predictor of a driveway failing early isn't the concrete or asphalt mix — it's the base underneath it. We see driveways poured directly over topsoil or old crumbled asphalt all the time, and they crack within two winters. We excavate to proper depth and compact the base before anything gets poured, every time."

Licensed & insured Ohio contractor
Residential and commercial project experience
Written estimate before any work begins
Workmanship warranty on every install

Concrete contractor finishing a driveway pour in Licking County Ohio

What We Do

Concrete & Asphalt Services in Licking County

From a single driveway apron to a full commercial parking lot, we handle every phase — excavation, base prep, forming, pouring or paving, and finish work.

Concrete driveway installation Newark Ohio

Concrete Driveways

Broom-finish, exposed aggregate, or stamped — poured over properly compacted base with correctly spaced control joints. Our most requested service in Newark and Pataskala.

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Asphalt driveway paving Licking County Ohio

Asphalt Paving

New asphalt driveways and resurfacing, poured over a properly graded aggregate base. A popular lower-cost option for larger driveways in Hebron and Johnstown.

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Patios & Walkways

Poured concrete patios, front walkways, and sidewalk replacement. Popular with historic-district homeowners in Granville looking to match brick-street character.

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Stamped & Decorative Concrete

Stone, slate, and brick pattern stamps with integral or acid-stain color — the look of pavers at a lower cost, with fewer weeds and less shifting over time.

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Concrete driveway repair and resurfacing Ohio

Concrete Repair & Resurfacing

Slab replacement, mudjacking-adjacent leveling referrals, crack repair, and resurfacing for driveways damaged by frost heave — a common call after Ohio winters.

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Commercial parking lot paving Licking County Ohio

Commercial Concrete & Asphalt

Parking lots, pads, loading areas, and site concrete for businesses across Licking County. Built to handle daily truck and drive-through traffic in Heath's commercial corridor.

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How It Works

From Estimate to Final Cure

01

Free On-Site Estimate

We measure the area, check drainage and grade, and discuss material options. Written estimate provided — no pressure, no obligation.

02

Excavation & Base

We excavate to proper depth and compact a gravel base built to the job — the step that determines whether a driveway lasts 10 years or 30.

03

Pour or Pave

We pour and finish concrete, or lay and compact asphalt, on a schedule built around Ohio's actual temperature windows — not a rushed calendar.

Our Work

Concrete & Paving We’ve Done in Licking County

A look at the range of work we do — broom-finish and exposed aggregate driveways, stamped patios, asphalt paving, and commercial lots throughout Newark, Heath, Granville, Pataskala, and the rest of the county.

Broom-finish concrete driveway Licking County Ohio

Broom-Finish Driveway

Exposed aggregate concrete driveway Ohio

Exposed Aggregate Driveway

Stamped Walkway Detail

Curved Asphalt Driveway

Commercial parking lot with fresh striping Ohio

Commercial Lot Striping

Patio with Firepit Area

Where We Work

Concrete & Paving Across Licking County

We serve every township and community in Licking County, Ohio — residential driveways and patios, and commercial lots and pads.

Newark Heath Granville Pataskala Hebron Johnstown All of Licking County

Common Questions

Concrete & Paving Questions — Answered

We hear a lot of the same questions from homeowners and business owners across Newark, Heath, Granville, Pataskala, and the rest of Licking County.

(740) 527-8484 Mon–Fri 7am–6pm | Sat 8am–2pm

How much does a concrete driveway cost in Licking County, Ohio?

A standard single-car concrete driveway runs $3,500–$7,000, and a two-car driveway typically runs $7,000–$14,000, depending on square footage, base preparation, and finish (broom, exposed aggregate, or stamped). See our full Licking County driveway cost guide for a detailed breakdown. We provide free, itemized written estimates — call us at (740) 527-8484.

How much does asphalt paving cost in Ohio?

Asphalt driveways typically run $3,000–$8,000 for a standard residential drive, depending on square footage, base depth, and existing subgrade condition. Commercial paving is priced per square foot based on required base and binder thickness for the expected traffic load.

Concrete vs. asphalt — which is better for Ohio driveways?

Both perform well here when installed correctly. Asphalt costs less upfront and flexes with freeze-thaw movement; concrete costs more but lasts longer and offers decorative finish options. See our full concrete vs. asphalt comparison for the honest breakdown by budget, lifespan, and maintenance.

Do I need a permit for a new driveway in Licking County?

Requirements vary by township and municipality — Newark, Heath, Granville, Pataskala, Hebron, and Johnstown each handle right-of-way and apron permits a little differently. We check what's required for your specific address and handle the application as part of the project.

How long does concrete need to cure before I can drive on it?

Concrete is typically safe for foot traffic after 24–48 hours and safe for vehicle traffic after about 7 days, though full design strength isn't reached until roughly 28 days. We recommend avoiding deicing salt on a new driveway through its first winter.

How often should asphalt be sealcoated?

We recommend sealcoating new asphalt about 6–12 months after installation, then every 2–3 years after that. Regular sealcoating is the single biggest factor in how long an asphalt surface lasts in Ohio's freeze-thaw climate. See our asphalt repair & sealcoating page for more detail.

Concrete & Asphalt
Built for Ohio Winters

Poured Right.
Built to Last.