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Asphalt Paving in Alexandria, VA

McLean Asphalt provides asphalt driveway paving, sealcoating, pothole repair, and parking lot services for residential and commercial clients in Alexandria, Virginia.

Alexandria is an independent city with a split character: historic Old Town and Del Ray are urban and dense, while the western and southern sections — Franconia, the Seminary area, and Huntington — have traditional suburban layouts with asphalt driveways ranging from 400 to 1,200 sq ft. McLean Asphalt serves both residential homeowners and commercial property owners throughout the city, from small driveway replacements to full commercial parking lot resurfacing.

Asphalt driveway replacement in Alexandria: $4–$10 per sq ft. Free on-site estimate.

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Asphalt Paving Contractor Serving Alexandria, VA

McLean Asphalt serves Alexandria homeowners and commercial clients with professional asphalt driveway and parking lot services throughout the city.

  • Residential driveway replacement and resurfacing in Franconia, Huntington, and the Seminary area
  • Sealcoating, crack sealing, and pothole repair
  • Commercial parking lot paving and restriping
  • Free on-site estimates with written, itemized quote
  • Licensed Class A Virginia contractor, bonded and insured
  • Most residential jobs completed in one day
  • No subcontractors — our own crew handles every project
Asphalt paving in Alexandria, VA

Asphalt Paving Services in Alexandria, VA

Residential Driveway Paving in West Alexandria

The western sections of Alexandria — neighborhoods like Franconia, Huntington, and the Seminary area — have traditional suburban driveways ranging from 400 to 1,200 sq ft. Many were installed in the 1970s and 1980s and need replacement. McLean Asphalt installs new asphalt driveways with 6-inch stone base and 3-inch hot-mix surface, typically completed in a single day. Cost: $4–$10 per sq ft.

Sealcoating and Driveway Maintenance

For Alexandria driveways installed within the last 15 years and in structurally sound condition, regular sealcoating is the most cost-effective maintenance strategy. A properly sealcoated driveway in Alexandria's climate can last 20–30 years with proper upkeep. We provide sealcoating, crack filling, and pothole patching throughout Alexandria. Cost: $0.15–$0.35 per sq ft.

Commercial Parking Lot Services in Alexandria

Alexandria has significant commercial and retail density along Route 1 (Richmond Highway), Duke Street, and near the Van Dorn Street corridor. McLean Asphalt provides commercial parking lot paving, resurfacing, pothole repair, sealcoating, and restriping for businesses and commercial property owners throughout Alexandria City.

Alexandria, VA: Urban Lots and Neighborhood Character

Alexandria's asphalt market varies dramatically by neighborhood. Old Town's historic streets and Federal-era townhouses are served by small side drives and rear-access alleys where equipment access is a real constraint. Del Ray and Rosemont have standard 1940s–1960s single-family lots with modest but well-used driveways. Shirlington and the Route 1 corridor have more recent commercial and mixed-use development with parking lots that see high daily traffic.

Alexandria's high property turnover — driven by proximity to DC, the Pentagon, and the Amazon HQ2 Potomac Yard development — means many homeowners inherit driveways with no maintenance history. McLean Asphalt handles a lot of new-homeowner driveway work in Alexandria, alongside commercial lot maintenance for small businesses and office properties along Duke Street and the Route 1 corridor. Tight access on older lots is not a problem for our equipment.

What to Expect When You Hire McLean Asphalt in Alexandria

Simple process, no surprises. Most Alexandria residential jobs are completed in a single day and open to vehicle traffic within 24 hours.

1. Free On-Site Estimate

We come to your Alexandria property, assess the driveway or parking lot, and give you a written quote before leaving. No commitment required. Most estimates take 20–30 minutes.

2. Written Proposal

You receive a line-item written proposal specifying scope, materials, timeline, and total price. We do not start work without your written approval and a signed agreement.

3. Scheduling

Most Alexandria residential jobs are scheduled within 1–2 weeks of approval depending on season and crew availability. You receive a confirmed date and a day-before reminder call.

4. Installation & Walkthrough

Our crew arrives on time, completes the work to spec, and walks the finished surface with you before leaving. Most driveway jobs are open to foot traffic same day and vehicle traffic within 24 hours.

Asphalt Paving Cost Guide for Alexandria Homeowners

Prices below reflect typical Alexandria and the City of Alexandria market rates. Final cost depends on the size, current condition, and site access of your specific property. Call (571) 389-7109 for a free written estimate.

New Driveway

$4–$10

per sq ft installed

Full tearout of existing surface, stone base prep, and 3-inch hot-mix asphalt. Typical 600 sq ft driveway: $2,400–$6,000.

Resurfacing / Overlay

$2–$5

per sq ft

New asphalt layer over existing sound base. Requires crack prep and tack coat. Typical 600 sq ft driveway: $1,200–$3,000.

Sealcoating

$0.15–$0.30

per sq ft

Applied every 2–3 years. Typical 800 sq ft Alexandria driveway: $120–$280 per application.

Crack & Pothole Repair

$150–$500

per repair location

Hot-mix permanent patch per repair location. Multiple repairs on the same visit are discounted.

Common Asphalt Paving Challenges in Alexandria, VA

Every market has conditions that make pavement maintenance harder. Here's what McLean Asphalt navigates on every project in Alexandria.

Old Town Historic District Restrictions

Properties within Alexandria's Old Town Historic District are subject to review by the Board of Architectural Review (BAR) for any exterior changes, including driveway surfacing materials. Asphalt may not be permitted in certain Old Town zones where historically appropriate surfaces (brick, cobblestone, gravel) are required. McLean Asphalt advises Alexandria customers on BAR requirements during the estimate visit and can coordinate with approved alternate materials where asphalt is restricted.

Urban Drainage and Alley Access

Alexandria's urban grid includes public alleys that provide rear access to many properties — a common configuration in Del Ray, Rosemont, and the West End. Alley grades and drainage to city storm systems affect how a private driveway or parking area drains. McLean Asphalt designs drainage slopes for Alexandria urban properties to direct water to the alley drainage infrastructure without creating ponding at the property boundary.

Aging Concrete in City-Maintained Aprons

Many Alexandria residential streets have city-maintained concrete curb and apron systems that are aging alongside private driveways. When a private asphalt driveway needs replacement, the condition of the concrete apron at the street connection often determines whether that element needs to be addressed as part of the project. McLean Asphalt coordinates with Alexandria Public Works on apron condition assessments and can incorporate apron repair into the project scope.

Neighborhoods & Areas We Serve in Alexandria

McLean Asphalt provides asphalt paving, driveway resurfacing, sealcoating, and parking lot services throughout Alexandria. Our crews work regularly in: Old Town, Del Ray, Rosemont, Arlandria, Seminary Hill, West End, Eisenhower Valley, Landmark area, North Ridge, Beverly Hills neighborhood — and all surrounding areas in between. Not sure if we cover your address? Call 571-234-7040 and we'll confirm.

Asphalt Paving FAQs for Alexandria, VA

How much does driveway paving cost in Alexandria, VA?
Alexandria driveways tend to be smaller than suburban Fairfax County driveways — many Del Ray, Rosemont, and Old Town driveways are 200–450 sq ft. At $4–$10 per sq ft, most Alexandria residential driveway jobs run $800–$4,500. Tight access, narrow alley approaches, and equipment constraints in dense neighborhoods can affect pricing. Sealcoating a typical Alexandria driveway (350 sq ft) runs $55–$105. We assess access on every estimate.
Can you pave driveways in Old Town Alexandria or tight alley access?
Yes. Old Town and older Alexandria neighborhoods often have rear-alley access driveways and narrow side drives where standard paving equipment can't reach. McLean Asphalt uses compact equipment for these jobs and has experience with the access constraints common in Alexandria's historic neighborhoods. Tight jobs take longer and may cost slightly more per sq ft, but we can handle them. Bring photos of your access when you call for an estimate.
Do I need a permit to replace my driveway in Alexandria, VA?
Alexandria is an independent city with its own permitting process separate from Fairfax County. Work on private property typically doesn't require a permit for like-for-like driveway replacement. Any work in the city's public right-of-way — modifying a curb cut, replacing an apron on a city-maintained street — requires a right-of-way permit from Alexandria's Transportation and Environmental Services department. McLean Asphalt handles city ROW permit coordination as part of the project.
Does McLean Asphalt serve the City of Alexandria?
Yes. McLean Asphalt serves residential and commercial customers throughout Alexandria, including Old Town, Del Ray, the West End, and Seminary Hill. Call 571-234-7040 to schedule a free estimate.
Can you pave in Old Town Alexandria?
Driveway paving in Old Town is subject to the Historic District Board of Architectural Review process. Many Old Town properties are restricted to historically appropriate surfacing materials. McLean Asphalt will advise you on what's permitted at your specific address during the estimate visit. For properties outside the historic district, standard asphalt paving proceeds without BAR review.
What does driveway paving cost in Alexandria?
Standard Alexandria residential driveway paving runs $3,500–$7,000 for a typical 500–800 sq ft driveway, including new asphalt over a 4–6 inch compacted base. Resurfacing overlays run $2,000–$4,500 for the same size. Urban lots with tight access may run slightly higher due to equipment constraints. McLean Asphalt provides written estimates after measuring the specific driveway on-site.

Asphalt Paving Services in Alexandria, VA

Our Services

Residential Driveway Paving Asphalt Sealcoating Pothole Repair Asphalt Resurfacing Asphalt Crack Repair Driveway Apron Paving Parking Lot Paving Parking Lot Striping Commercial Asphalt Paving Asphalt Driveway Repair
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