Paving Construction in Chichester, NH
Original Asphalt has paved driveways and parking lots across Chichester for five generations. Merrimack County winters are hard on pavement, and Chichester’s rural roads and long gravel driveways crack and heave fast when the base underneath isn’t built right. We’re a local paving company serving Chichester homeowners and businesses, from new driveway installation to full commercial parking lots. We grade the base, compact it, and pave for New Hampshire’s freeze-thaw cycles, so the surface holds up for years instead of cracking by the second winter. Call 603-553-4050 for a free on-site estimate.
Our Paving Services in Chichester, NH
Residential & Driveway Paving
Chichester driveways deal with vehicle weight, plow damage, and repeated freeze-thaw cycles every winter. A driveway installed with a weak base cracks within two or three seasons. We install new asphalt driveways and repave existing ones for homes throughout Chichester, using a compacted gravel base thick enough to handle New Hampshire frost, then grade the surface so water doesn’t pool and break the pavement down early. See our residential paving and driveway paving pages for full project details.
Commercial Paving & Parking Lots
Property managers in Chichester deal with a different set of problems than homeowners. A cracked parking lot creates liability risk and turns away customers before they’ve walked in the door. We handle commercial paving for retail lots, office parks, and small industrial sites throughout the Chichester area, building a base that supports heavier daily traffic than a residential driveway and striping the lot to code once it’s paved.
Asphalt Repair, Resurfacing & Sealcoating
Crack & Pothole Repair
Water gets into small cracks, freezes, and expands, turning a hairline crack into a pothole within a season or two. We fix cracks and potholes on Chichester driveways and parking lots before they spread, and we handle emergency paving repair when a pothole shows up somewhere it’s a safety or liability problem, like a business entrance or a shared driveway. Catching a crack early costs a fraction of what a full section replacement runs.
Resurfacing & Sealcoating
Asphalt that’s cracked and faded but still structurally sound doesn’t always need full replacement. Resurfacing adds a new layer over the existing base, which works as long as the foundation underneath is solid. Sealcoating is different: it’s a protective layer applied every two to three years that blocks UV rays, oil, and gas from breaking the asphalt down, and it’s the cheapest way to add years to a driveway or parking lot’s life. We handle both for homes and businesses throughout Chichester and can tell you on-site which one your pavement needs. See our sealcoating page for more on how often to schedule it.
What Affects Asphalt Paving Cost in Chichester, NH
Asphalt paving cost comes down mostly to square footage, how much site prep is needed, and how thick the asphalt has to be poured. A driveway that’s never been paved costs more than repaving an existing one, since we have to grade and compact a proper base first. A lot with tight turns, drainage issues, or obstacles to work around takes longer than an open, flat site. We give every Chichester property a free on-site estimate rather than a number over the phone, since cost swings enough by site that a phone quote isn’t something we’d trust either.
Why Chichester Chooses Original Asphalt
Five Generations of NH Paving Experience
Original Asphalt has paved New Hampshire driveways and lots for five generations. That means decades of experience with local frost heave and soil conditions most crews outside the region miss.
Locally Owned and Operated
Original Asphalt is a locally owned paving company based in Raymond, New Hampshire, family-run for five generations, not a national franchise. You’re talking to the people actually doing the work, not a call center.
Free Estimates, Military & Senior Discounts
Every estimate is free and done on-site, not guessed over the phone. We also offer discounts for military service members and seniors.
What Our Customers Are Saying
These are real reviews from Original Asphalt customers across New Hampshire, pulled directly from Google.
Our Paving Process
Free Estimate and Site Evaluation
We start with a free on-site visit, not a phone estimate. We check the current surface condition, drainage, and how much prep work the site needs, then give you a written quote before any work starts.
Excavation and Site Preparation
Once you approve the estimate, we remove the old surface, whether that’s asphalt, gravel, or dirt, and excavate down to a stable base. Skipping this step is the main reason cheap paving jobs fail within a few years.
Grading and Base Installation
We grade the site so water runs off instead of pooling, then lay and compact a gravel base thick enough to support the asphalt above it. A thin or poorly compacted base is where most New Hampshire driveways fail first.
Asphalt Paving and Compaction
We pour the asphalt to the right thickness for the job, whether it’s a driveway or a commercial lot, and compact it while it’s still hot. Compacting asphalt that’s already cooled is a shortcut that leads to soft spots and early cracking.
Striping, Edging, and Cleanup
For commercial lots, we stripe parking spaces and lane lines to code. On every job, we clean up excess material and debris before we leave. Give fresh asphalt time to cure before you park or drive on it; we’ll tell you exactly how long for your specific job before we go.
Areas We Serve Near Chichester, NH
We also handle paving jobs in the towns bordering Chichester: Epsom NH, Pembroke NH, Loudon NH, and Pittsfield NH. Not sure if your property falls in our service area? Reach out and we’ll confirm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cost depends mainly on square footage, how much prep the site needs, and current surface condition. We don’t quote by phone, since a number without seeing the site isn’t reliable. Call 603-553-4050 for a free estimate.
Resurfacing adds a new layer over your existing asphalt and only works if the base underneath is still solid. A full repave means removing the old surface and rebuilding from the base up, which we do when the foundation has failed. We’ll tell you which one your driveway or lot needs during a site visit.
Yes. Every estimate is free and done on-site, whether it’s a small driveway or a full commercial lot. Request one here.
Yes. A pothole at a business entrance or a crack that’s spreading fast doesn’t wait for a slow week. Call 603-553-4050 and we’ll get out to Chichester as soon as we can work you in.
Every two to three years for most driveways and lots. High-traffic commercial lots or driveways that get heavy sun and road salt exposure may need it closer to every two years.
Check for local reviews, confirmation they carry insurance, and experience with New Hampshire winters specifically, since asphalt built for a warmer climate cracks fast here. Original Asphalt has worked in this area for five generations and is based in Raymond, a short drive from Chichester.
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HisTORY OF Chichester
Chichester is a town located in Merrimack County, New Hampshire, with a rich and fascinating history. The town was originally settled in the mid-18th century by Scottish-Irish immigrants who named it after Chichester in Sussex, England. During the American Revolution, Chichester was an active participant in the fight for independence, with many of its residents serving in the Continental Army. In the early 19th century, Chichester was a thriving agricultural community, known for its production of hay, potatoes, and apples.