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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas. (628) 277-0007
San Rafael Asphalt Paving serves homeowners and businesses across Marin County with expert asphalt paving, sealcoating, and repair - done right the first time.
San Rafael Asphalt Paving is a full-service asphalt paving contractor in San Rafael, CA, offering 16 specialized services across 12 cities in Marin County and the surrounding Bay Area. From residential driveways and commercial parking lots to sealcoating, crack repair, and drainage solutions, we handle every stage of a paving project. Every job is performed by our licensed crew - no subcontracting the work that matters.
Faded, gray asphalt? A fresh sealcoat shields your surface from UV damage and adds years of life.
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Invisible parking lines cost you customers. Clear, compliant striping organizes your lot and reduces liability.
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Cracked or crumbling driveway? A new asphalt surface looks sharp and handles daily traffic for decades.
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Potholes and puddles driving away customers? A properly graded parking lot is built to handle Bay Area winters.
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Uneven or sunken driveway? A properly paved driveway adds curb appeal and handles steep hillside lots.
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Cracks spreading across your pavement? Early repair stops water infiltration before the damage reaches the base.
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Small cracks let water in and cost big later. Crack sealing is the most affordable way to extend pavement life.
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High-traffic commercial sites need heavy-duty paving done right. We handle loading zones, entrances, and full lots.
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Routine lot maintenance prevents costly repairs. We keep your surface clean, sealed, and safe all year.
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Worn-out surface but solid base? Resurfacing restores your pavement without the cost of a full replacement.
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Potholes are a safety hazard and a liability risk. We fill and seal them so they stay fixed, not patched.
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Every good paving job starts with proper grading. We prepare the ground so drainage and stability are built in.
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Clean edges and safe walkways complete any paving project. We install durable curbs and ADA-compliant sidewalks.
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Preparing for a new overlay? Milling removes the old surface cleanly and creates a solid bond for fresh asphalt.
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Standing water destroys pavement from below. We design and install drainage that protects your investment long-term.
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Control traffic speed and protect pedestrians with professionally installed asphalt or rubber speed bumps.
Learn MoreReach out by phone or through our contact form. Tell us about your project - driveway, parking lot, repair, or something else. We respond within 1 business day and will schedule a free on-site visit at a time that works for you. No commitment, no pressure.
We walk your property, assess the surface condition, check drainage, and look at the base. You get an honest recommendation - whether that means a simple sealcoat, targeted repairs, or a full replacement - and a written proposal with a clear price before any work begins.
Our crew arrives on schedule, does the work properly from base prep to final finish, and cleans up completely before leaving. We walk the job with you when we are done. Most residential driveways are complete in a single day. You are back to normal within 48 hours.
We hold a current California contractor's license - verifiable through the CSLB - and carry full liability and workers' comp coverage on every project, so you are never exposed if something goes wrong on your property.
We have been serving Marin County since 2018. We know the clay soils, the hillside driveways, the wet winters, and the HOA requirements that out-of-area crews often miss. Local knowledge matters on every job.
Every estimate is free and includes a real site visit - not a ballpark over the phone. You get a written proposal with a clear scope and price before you commit to anything. No pressure tactics, no surprise add-ons.
We stand behind our work with a written warranty. If anything related to our installation comes up within the warranty period, we return to fix it at no charge. Ask about the specific terms when you get your estimate.
Ready to get started? Call (628) 277-0007 or send us a message for a free on-site estimate.
"Our driveway on the hillside had been crumbling at the edges for two years. The crew showed up on time, prepped the base properly, and finished in one day. Six months later it still looks exactly as it did when they left. That is rare."
Michael R., San Rafael - Driveway Paving
"We had the parking lot at our Novato office restriped and sealcoated before the busy season. The team worked in phases so we could stay open, and they got the accessible spaces exactly right - something the last contractor missed. Tenants noticed the difference immediately."
Sandra T., Novato - Asphalt Sealcoating
"After the last rainy season, we had three potholes that kept coming back every spring. They assessed the base, did a proper repair - not just a patch - and explained exactly why the surface kept failing. No repeat problems this year."
James L., Mill Valley - Pothole Repair
We respond within 1 business day - no obligation, no pressure. After you submit, someone from our office will call you to schedule a free on-site estimate at a time that works for your schedule.
(628) 277-0007San Rafael Asphalt Paving is based in San Rafael, CA and serves 12 cities across Marin County and the East Bay, including San Anselmo, Novato, Mill Valley, and Berkeley. We schedule most jobs within the same week and typically respond to all inquiries within 1 business day. If you are within our service area, we will come to you.
Yes - ultraviolet rays break down the binders that hold asphalt together, and San Rafael gets months of strong, dry sun each year. A surface that was dark black last spring can be noticeably gray and brittle by fall without a protective sealcoat.
The clay-heavy soils throughout Marin expand when saturated and shrink during dry months - that seasonal movement stresses the pavement from below. Cracks that appear after the rainy season are usually a base or soil problem, not just a surface issue.
Asphalt costs less upfront and is easier to repair when cracked sections develop from soil movement - which is common in Marin. Concrete lasts longer but is harder to patch invisibly and costs more to install. The National Asphalt Pavement Association provides detailed guidance on material selection for different climates and use cases.
Hairline and narrow surface cracks can be filled with flexible crack sealant, which stops water intrusion and slows widening. Once a crack exceeds roughly half an inch or shows alligator patterns across a large area, the base has likely failed and sealant alone will not hold.
For a straight replacement of the same footprint, a permit is often not required. If you are widening your driveway, modifying the curb cut, or doing work within the public right-of-way, the City of San Rafael typically requires a permit. Your contractor should be able to confirm this for your specific project.
Most contractors recommend waiting six months to a year after paving before applying a sealcoat. Sealing too soon can trap off-gassing in the asphalt and soften the surface. After that initial cure period, sealing every two to four years is a sound maintenance schedule in San Rafael's climate.
San Rafael Asphalt Paving is a licensed asphalt paving contractor based in San Rafael, CA, serving 12 communities across Marin County and the greater Bay Area since 2018. We hold a current California contractor's license issued by the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB), and we carry full liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage on every job.
Since 2018, we have completed asphalt paving, sealcoating, and repair projects across 16 service categories - from residential driveways on steep hillside lots to commercial parking lots for multi-tenant properties. Every job is performed by our own licensed crew, never subcontracted.
Learn more about our background and how we work on our About page.
Sealcoating is right when the surface is still structurally sound but has faded or worn thin. Repaving is necessary when cracks are widespread, edges are crumbling, or the surface has developed low spots from base failure. A contractor should be honest about which option actually fits your surface.
Sloped surfaces direct water runoff differently than flat lots and can develop edge erosion or drainage channels over time. Clay soils on hillside properties in San Rafael also shift more noticeably with seasonal moisture changes, which accelerates cracking at the surface. Proper grading during installation is the most important long-term protection.
A trustworthy proposal will specify base depth, asphalt thickness, surface preparation steps, and what is included in the price. Red flags include a quote given without a site visit, a price significantly lower than other bids, and no mention of base preparation. Skipping base prep is the single most common shortcut that leads to early failure.
Have more questions about your specific property? We are happy to walk you through it - call (628) 277-0007 or send us a message and we will get back to you within 1 business day.
San Rafael is the county seat of Marin County, with a population of around 60,000 and a mix of flat neighborhoods near the bay and hillside areas that climb toward Mount Tamalpais and the surrounding hills. The city ranges from the historic downtown near Mission San Rafael Arcangel to suburban neighborhoods in Terra Linda and steep wooded lots above the bay. US Route 101 and Interstate 580 run through the city, making it a central point for Marin County and connecting it to both San Francisco and the East Bay. A large share of San Rafael's housing stock was built between the 1940s and 1970s, which means many driveways and parking surfaces are decades old and have been patched repeatedly rather than properly replaced.
For asphalt paving in San Rafael, the local terrain and climate create specific challenges that matter on every job. The hills above downtown have clay-heavy soils that swell in winter rain and shrink in the dry season, which is the main reason driveways crack in this area - not freeze-thaw cycles. The canal district in East San Rafael sits on low-lying land where drainage and moisture management are ongoing concerns. And the long, dry summers with strong UV exposure mean sealcoating wears faster here than in cloudier Bay Area cities. We have been working across all of these neighborhoods since 2018, from flat lots near the city center to steep driveways in the hillside zones - and we bring that local experience to every project.
By appointment only, no walk-ins.
San Rafael Asphalt Paving
315 G St
San Rafael, CA 94901
quotes@sanrafaelasphaltpavingcompany.com
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Call San Rafael Asphalt Paving today for a free on-site estimate. We serve San Rafael, Marin County, and the surrounding Bay Area - and we respond within 1 business day.