⚠️ Common Paving Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

Avoid costly errors and protect your pavement investment with help from Tibbs Paving.

When it comes to asphalt or concrete paving, small mistakes can lead to big problems—from early cracking and drainage issues to full surface failure. Whether you’re paving a driveway, commercial lot, or private roadway, avoiding common errors is key to ensuring durability and long-term value.

At Tibbs Paving, we’ve been delivering reliable, high-quality paving solutions since 1995. With decades of experience in residential and commercial paving across Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic, we know what works—and what doesn’t.

Here are some of the most common paving mistakes, and how to prevent them:

1. 🚧 Skipping Proper Base Preparation

One of the biggest causes of pavement failure is a poorly prepared sub-base. Without proper grading and compaction, the pavement will settle unevenly or crack.

Avoid it: Always work with a paving contractor—like Tibbs Paving—that performs full base inspections and uses the right materials and equipment to create a stable foundation.

2. 🌧️ Paving in Bad Weather

Temperature and moisture matter. Paving during rain, extreme heat, or freezing conditions can prevent proper curing and compaction.

Avoid it: Tibbs Paving monitors weather closely and schedules projects during optimal conditions to ensure your surface lasts as long as possible.

3. 🕳️ Ignoring Small Cracks or Potholes

Minor damage might seem harmless, but unrepaired cracks let water seep in, leading to base erosion and larger issues.

Avoid it: Regular maintenance—like crack sealing, patching, and sealcoating—can prevent expensive repairs. Tibbs Paving offers full-service maintenance plans to help protect your investment.

4. 🛑 Poor Drainage Design

Water is pavement’s worst enemy. Improper slope or lack of drainage systems can cause standing water, weakening the pavement structure over time.

Avoid it: Tibbs Paving designs each project with custom grading and drainage solutions to keep water flowing away from your pavement.

5. ❌ Choosing the Wrong Contractor

Cutting corners on your paving contractor can lead to low-quality work, missed deadlines, or even safety issues.

Avoid it: Choose a company with proven experience, the right equipment, and a strong reputation. With over 25 years of service, Tibbs Paving is trusted by HOAs, property managers, and homeowners for quality and reliability.

✅ Let Tibbs Paving Help You Get It Right

Whether you’re starting a new project or maintaining an existing surface, avoiding these common paving mistakes will save you time, money, and stress. At Tibbs Paving, we bring expert planning, skilled crews, and top-grade materials to every job—so your pavement performs beautifully from day one.

👉 Contact Tibbs Paving today to schedule a consultation and get it done right the first time.