Asphalt Paving in Manteca, CA

Asphalt Services By Central Valley Sealcoating & Asphalt

Asphalt is a sustainable building material primarily used in the construction of roads, parking lots, and paved surfaces. We at Central Valley Sealcoating & Asphalt utilize this remarkably robust solution to build and maintain the strongest paved structures in North America.

What is Asphalt?

Asphalt is a building material composed of aggregates (coarse-to-medium-grained particulate material, i.e., crushed rocks, sand, gravel, etc) and a sticky, black, highly viscous petroleum liquid known as bitumen used in the construction and maintenance of:

  • Roads
  • Parking lots
  • Railway tracks
  • Ports
  • Airport runways
  • Bicycle lanes
  • Sidewalks
  • Pathways
  • Athletic tracks

Contact our team today to discuss your asphalt, concrete, or sealcoating project. Call us at (209) 823-7205 or schedule an appointment today!

How is Asphalt Made?

Asphalt is made by combining coarse and medium-grained aggregate material with a black, petroleum-based binding agent that holds the pavement together. The asphalt concrete mixture is then applied in different layers:

  • 1. BASE LAYER

    Consists of unbound and bituminous-bound materials laid over the sub base, which provides a stable surface to support new pavement.

  • 2. BINDER AND SURFACE LAYER

    Consists of large aggregate mixed with oil to increase the strength and durability of the pavement structure.

  • 3. TOP LAYER

    Consists of a fine layer of small aggregate asphalt to provide a smooth ride and complete the jet-black aesthetic of the pavement surface.

Types of Asphalt

There are five types of asphalt categorized by the type of aggregate, which also determines the structure and strength of the pavement surface.

Hot Asphalt

A permanent paving and patching solution that is manufactured and applied at temperatures between 270° F and 325° F to maintain pliability before the asphalt cools and becomes unworkable.

MC Cold Mix/Cold Patch

A temporary application of asphalt laid at colder temperatures to slow the curing process, and best applied in low-traffic areas.

Warm Mix Asphalt

A permanent paving and patching solution that is manufactured and applied at temperatures between between 30° F and 120° F, enabling a longer paving season, and a longer distance between the materials plant and the job site.

Porous Mix Asphalt

Often used in parking lots, driveways, playgrounds, and sidewalks, porous mix asphalt solutions allow water to drain through its surface, into the underlying stone recharge bed, where it slowly infiltrates into the soil. Porous mix asphalt solutions offer greater functionality to improve safety, manage stormwater, and eliminate the need to deal with water puddles.

Dense Grade Asphalt

Used for general purposes and suitable for all pavement layers, dense-grade asphalt is a well-graded hot asphalt mix that provides prolonged durability against punishing weather and traffic conditions.

Facts About Asphalt

Asphalt is an affordable, easily manufactured, and readily available material. It’s also the sustainable choice for any business looking to build, maintain, or improve paved surfaces like parking lots and commercial driveways. The asphalt industry is, in fact, the country’s most diligent recycler, recycling asphalt pavements at a rate of greater than 99 percent.

That’s an impressive statistic considering the near-constant rate at which asphalt pavement is manufactured and installed every year in North America.


What’s more, the use of asphalt pavement is shown to provide the best return on investment of any paving material according to the Asphalt Paving Alliance. When maintenance is required, Central Valley Sealcoating & Asphalt services can extend the life of any asphalt pavement structure indefinitely.

Commercial Applications of Asphalt and Asphalt Maintenance

Though asphalt is primarily utilized in the paving of roads and parking lots, it has multiple use applications that are often overlooked, including:


  • Transportation (e.g. roads, railway beds or airport runways, taxiways, etc.)
  • Recreation (playgrounds, bicycle paths, running tracks, tennis courts, etc.)
  • Agriculture (barn floors, greenhouse floors, etc.)
  • Industrial (ports, landfill caps, work sites, etc.)
  • Building construction (flooring, etc.)


Additionally, newly patched or resurfaced pavement may benefit from a decorative or pattern paving option. Central Valley Sealcoating & Asphalt is an accredited StreetPrint® asphalt painted stamp installer. Commercial or residential entrance ways, sidewalks, and pedestrian plazas can be imprinted with a traditional, popular, or custom pattern to help enhance curb appeal. Special equipment is used to heat the surface. Next, a stamping template is pressed into the pavement to replicate the specified design. Finally, the imprinted surface is coated for added protection.

Concrete Parking Lot Vs. Asphalt Parking Lot

Although concrete parking lots have a longer lifespan than asphalt parking lots, they are generally more expensive, less sustainable, and require longer installation and curing times. What’s more, when compared to concrete, asphalt parking lots are proven to reduce road noise and last indefinitely with regular maintenance.

How Do You Maintain Asphalt?

The best thing you can do to maximize the life of your asphalt surfaces is to develop a pavement management plan that includes routine inspections and ongoing preventative maintenance, like:


  • Sealcoating
  • Infrared Repair
  • Cracksealing
  • Pavement Marking
  • Structural Asphalt Maintenance

How To Repair Asphalt?

The first and best step you can take to repair your damaged asphalt surfaces is to call Central Valley Sealcoating & Asphalt for a consultation. We’ll work with you to establish an asphalt repair plan that meets your needs, then get to work removing and/or replacing the deteriorated and damaged asphalt that plagues your commercial structures. Contact us here to get started.

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We needed extensive asphalt repair and ADA-compliant striping for our facility, and Central Valley Sealcoating & Asphalt delivered perfectly. Their team walked us through the entire process, helped us understand the compliance requirements, and executed the work flawlessly. The site was left spotless, and the results are both functional and visually impressive. They worked around our business hours to avoid disruption, which we really appreciated. Their professionalism and expertise were outstanding. I highly recommend them without hesitation.

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I’m incredibly happy with the job Central Valley Sealcoating & Asphalt did on my residential driveway. From the initial consultation to the final sealcoat, their team was courteous, thorough, and efficient. They provided a clear quote, stayed on schedule, and the final result looks amazing. I’ve already received compliments from neighbors! It’s clear they take pride in their work, and it shows. If you want quality service and lasting results, this is the company to call.

Michelle R.

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We hired Central Valley Sealcoating & Asphalt to resurface our commercial parking lot, and they absolutely exceeded expectations. Their crew was on time, professional, and kept everything clean throughout the project. The quality of the striping and asphalt work was top-notch. What impressed me most was their attention to detail and willingness to explain everything before getting started. We’ll definitely be using them again for future projects. Highly recommend them to anyone needing reliable paving work!

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