Rebuild Damaged Pavement From the Base Up

Asphalt reconstruction services in Cincinnati for driveways and lots with widespread cracking, base failure, or drainage damage.

Your pavement has deteriorated beyond what patching can fix, and you see cracks running in every direction across your Cincinnati driveway or parking lot. Sections have sunk where the base failed, and water pools after every rain because the surface no longer drains correctly. L&C Blacktop performs full asphalt reconstruction that removes damaged sections and rebuilds surfaces for long-term structural integrity, using methods suited to local traffic patterns and weather exposure.

The service includes hot tar applications, patching, overlays, and full removal depending on how much of the pavement has failed. L&C Blacktop addresses older lots and driveways throughout the Cincinnati metro area where years of freeze-thaw cycles have compromised the base and left the surface unstable. You see the result in a level pavement that drains properly and supports vehicles without cracking under load.

Request an on-site evaluation for asphalt reconstruction in Cincinnati and nearby cities.

What Gets Removed and What Gets Rebuilt

L&C Blacktop starts by removing the damaged asphalt and inspecting the base to see where it has settled or washed away. The crew hauls away broken material, adds or replaces base layers, and compacts everything before applying fresh asphalt. In Cincinnati, you watch the team use milling equipment to cut out failed sections and dump trucks to bring in clean aggregate that gets graded and compacted to create a stable foundation.

After reconstruction, your pavement sits level without the dips and humps that made driving uncomfortable. Water flows to the edges instead of pooling in the center, and the surface supports vehicle weight without cracking or sinking.

The rebuild process takes longer than simple resurfacing because the base must cure and stabilize before asphalt goes down. This service does not include minor crack filling or cosmetic repairs, but it does restore structural integrity on properties where the original installation has failed or where drainage problems have caused widespread damage over time.

Concerns That Come Up During Evaluations

Property owners in Cincinnati ask how much material needs removal, whether the base can be saved, and how long they will lose access to the pavement. These questions guide the evaluation process, and the answers depend on how deeply the damage extends and what caused the failure in the first place.

How do you know if the base has failed?
L&C Blacktop inspects the pavement for sinking, widespread cracking, and areas where water has washed away the base material. You see the difference when sections move underfoot or vehicles bottom out in sunken spots.
What happens during a full reconstruction?
The crew removes damaged asphalt, repairs or replaces the base, compacts the layers, and applies fresh asphalt. The process takes longer than resurfacing because the base must stabilize before paving.
When should I reconstruct instead of overlay?
You reconstruct when the base has failed or when drainage issues have caused widespread damage. Overlays work only when the existing pavement is structurally sound and the base remains intact.
Why does the pavement keep cracking after repairs?
Cracks return when the base beneath the asphalt is unstable or when water seeps in and weakens the foundation. Reconstruction fixes the underlying problem instead of covering it with a temporary patch.
How long does reconstructed asphalt last?
Properly reconstructed pavement with a compacted base and correct drainage lasts decades in Cincinnati weather. The lifespan depends on traffic loads, maintenance, and how well water drains off the surface.

L&C Blacktop serves properties in Cincinnati and nearby cities where pavement has failed due to age, poor drainage, or base deterioration. Whether your driveway or parking lot needs full removal or targeted rebuilding, the crew brings the equipment and materials needed to restore function and stability. Get in touch with L&C Blacktop to schedule an on-site evaluation for asphalt reconstruction.