Commercial Paving Specialists
Commercial parking lots, loading docks, truck courts, and access roads engineered for North Texas traffic loads and drainage requirements. Our crews have paved over 400,000 square feet across Plano commercial developments—from retail centers to industrial parks—with proper base preparation, ADA compliance, and long-term durability. Licensed paving contractor, TxDOT-approved materials, city inspection coordination.
400K+
Sq Ft Paved
100%
ADA Compliant
30-40
Year Lifespan
95%
Compaction Rate
Commercial site paving encompasses all exterior concrete and asphalt work beyond the building footprint—parking lots, loading docks, access roads, sidewalks, curbing, and equipment pads. In Plano, proper site paving engineering is critical due to expansive clay subgrade, heavy summer heat (which softens asphalt), and city requirements for ADA compliance and stormwater management.
Unlike residential driveways that might see 5-10 vehicle trips per day, Plano commercial parking lots handle 100-500+ daily vehicle cycles, plus delivery trucks, service vehicles, and seasonal traffic surges. Loading docks endure constant semi-truck traffic (80,000 lb gross vehicle weights) and repeated forklift crossings. This heavy use demands engineered pavement design—not guesswork—to achieve 20-30 year service life without premature failure.
Concrete Contractors of Plano has paved over 400,000 square feet of commercial parking lots and flatwork across Collin County. We coordinate with civil engineers for grading and drainage plans, work with Plano building inspectors for ADA compliance verification, and source materials from TxDOT-approved suppliers. Our paving crews understand the difference between adequate subgrade compaction (which prevents settling) and inadequate prep (which causes cracking within 2-3 years).
Asphalt Advantages
Concrete Advantages
Paving Applications
Full-depth asphalt or concrete parking lots for Plano retail, office, and industrial properties
Typical Cost
$4.50-$8.00/SF asphalt, $7.00-$11.00/SF concrete
Typical Specifications
Heavy-duty paving for constant semi-truck traffic and loading operations
Typical Cost
$10.00-$16.00/SF
Typical Specifications
Primary and secondary access drives for commercial and industrial properties
Typical Cost
$6.00-$12.00/SF depending on material and truck loads
Typical Specifications
Sidewalks, curbs, ADA ramps, dumpster pads, equipment pads
Typical Cost
$8.00-$14.00/SF depending on application
Typical Specifications
Drainage Engineering
Proper drainage and subgrade preparation are the foundation of long-lasting pavements. Here's how we address Plano's site-specific challenges:
City of Plano requires parking lots and site paving to manage stormwater per city ordinances and Collin County drainage regulations
Engineering Solutions
Expansive clay subgrade requires proper stabilization before paving to prevent settlement and cracking
Engineering Solutions
Paving Questions
Both asphalt and concrete parking lots perform well in Plano when properly engineered, but each has distinct advantages. Asphalt costs less upfront ($4.50-$8/SF vs $7-$11/SF for concrete), installs faster (2-3 days vs 5-7 days for curing), and can be overlaid when worn. However, concrete lasts longer (30-40 years vs 15-20 years for asphalt), requires less maintenance (no seal-coating every 3-5 years), and handles extreme heat better (North Texas summer temps can soften asphalt). For Plano applications: Use asphalt for general parking areas, employee lots, and cost-sensitive projects. Use concrete for loading docks, truck courts, heavy equipment areas, and high-visibility areas where long-term appearance matters. Many developers use hybrid: concrete drive aisles and loading areas with asphalt parking stalls—optimizing cost and performance.
Commercial parking lot thickness in Plano depends on subgrade soil quality (from geotechnical report) and expected traffic loads. For standard passenger vehicle parking on decent soils (2,000+ PSF bearing capacity): Asphalt requires 6-8 inch aggregate base + 3-4 inches asphalt in two lifts. Concrete requires 5-6 inches reinforced slab over 4-6 inch base. For heavy truck traffic (semi-trucks, delivery vehicles): Asphalt requires 8-10 inch base + 4-5 inches asphalt. Concrete requires 8-10 inch slab with #5 rebar or heavy fiber reinforcement. On poor clay soils with low bearing capacity, these thicknesses increase or may require soil stabilization (lime treatment, geogrid reinforcement, thicker bases). We always start with your civil engineer's pavement design based on traffic counts and soil conditions—under-designing pavement to save $15,000-$25,000 upfront typically results in premature cracking, potholes, and $60,000+ overlay/replacement costs within 7-10 years.
Yes. Commercial site paving in Plano requires coordinated grading and drainage work—we self-perform or coordinate both scopes. Site grading involves removing topsoil, cutting/filling to design elevations per civil plans, and establishing proper slopes for parking lot drainage (minimum 1-2% slope required). We install storm drainage infrastructure including catch basins, area drains, and underground pipe connecting to city storm sewers or on-site detention ponds. Our crews work from your civil engineer's grading and drainage plans to ensure Plano city inspectors approve elevations, slopes, and stormwater management before any paving begins. This integrated approach prevents the common problem of having separate grading and paving subs blame each other for drainage failures. Most Plano commercial parking lots require city drainage plan review and inspection before final paving approval—we coordinate this entire process.
For a typical 40,000-50,000 square foot commercial parking lot in Plano, construction timelines are: Asphalt parking lots take 2-3 weeks total (Week 1: excavation, base prep, compaction; Week 2: base course installation, proof-roll, final prep; Week 3: asphalt paving, striping, final inspection). Concrete parking lots take 3-4 weeks (Week 1: excavation, base prep; Week 2: forming, rebar installation; Week 3: concrete placement, curing; Week 4: sawcut joints, sealant, striping after 28-day cure). Weather impacts timelines—we avoid asphalt paving below 40°F and concrete placement below 35°F (rare in Plano but does happen in January/February). Larger parking lots (100,000+ SF) can be phased to keep portions operational during construction. We provide detailed schedules showing daily activities so your Plano property manager can communicate closure periods to tenants.
Asphalt parking lots in Plano require seal-coating every 3-5 years ($0.15-$0.30/SF), crack sealing as needed ($1-$3 per linear foot), and periodic striping refresh (every 2-3 years). Total maintenance cost averages $0.25-$0.50 per square foot annually. After 15-20 years, asphalt requires overlay (2 inch mill and replace, $3-$5/SF) or full reconstruction. Concrete parking lots require minimal maintenance—joint sealing every 5-10 years ($2-$4/LF), crack repair as needed, and pressure washing/re-striping. Total maintenance cost averages $0.10-$0.20 per square foot annually. Concrete's lower maintenance is why many Plano commercial property owners choose concrete despite higher upfront cost—total cost of ownership over 30 years favors concrete by 15-25%. We provide maintenance recommendations and can handle all repairs for both asphalt and concrete pavements across North Texas.
Absolutely. All our Plano commercial paving projects include ADA compliance coordination. This includes: Accessible parking spaces with proper dimensions (8-foot standard, 11-foot van-accessible with 5-foot access aisle), parking space striping and signage per Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS), accessible routes from parking to building entries with maximum 1:12 (8.33%) slope, detectable warning surfaces (truncated domes) at curb ramps and hazardous areas, and compliant curb ramps with proper landings and directional orientation. We review architectural site plans with your architect to verify ADA compliance before construction, coordinate with Plano building inspectors for accessibility review, and provide as-built documentation showing all accessible features. Non-compliance can result in expensive retrofits, lawsuits, and failed city inspections—we ensure it's built right from day one.
Parking Lot Construction
Complete parking lot construction with drainage, striping, ADA compliance
Curbs & Gutters
Commercial curbing and stormwater management systems
Commercial Sidewalks
ADA-compliant sidewalk systems and pedestrian access routes
Site Grading & Prep
Excavation, grading, and compaction for Plano commercial sites
Precision Concrete
Talk with our project managers about tilt-wall builds, structural foundations, and site paving. We mobilize fast and deliver commercial-grade concrete that holds up to the toughest specs.