Warmer weather means stronger, longer-lasting pavement.
If you’re thinking about installing a new driveway, resurfacing your parking lot, or repairing a worn-out road, timing matters—and summer is the best time to do it.
At Reid Paving, Inc., we’ve been paving through every season for nearly 50 years. And while we work year-round, there’s a reason summer is the busiest season in the asphalt business: It creates the best conditions for long-lasting pavement.
In this post, we’ll explain exactly why summer asphalt installation is superior—and why you should schedule your project before fall.
☀️ Asphalt Loves Warm Weather
Asphalt is a hot-mix product. It’s delivered and laid at temperatures between 275°F–300°F and needs to be compacted quickly before it cools.
In summer, the warm ground and higher air temps:
Extend working time before the mix cools
Improve compaction and bonding
Create a smoother, longer-lasting finish
Reduce the risk of cold seams or improper curing
That means a stronger pavement foundation—and fewer problems down the road.
🚧 Faster Scheduling, Quicker Curing
Unlike winter and rainy spring months, summer conditions allow our team to:
Complete jobs faster
Work longer days with fewer weather delays
Open driveways and lots sooner after paving
Most residential driveways are fully usable in 24–48 hours. For commercial lots, we can often stripe and open traffic lanes the next day.
🛣️ Better for New Installs and Resurfacing
Whether you’re paving for the first time or laying a new layer over old asphalt, summer gives you:
✅ Dry ground for a stronger base
Waterlogged or frozen subgrades can cause cracking or soft spots. Summer’s dry soil supports better compaction.
✅ Cleaner conditions for adhesion
Dust, moisture, and debris are minimal—helping new asphalt bind seamlessly to the surface.
✅ Ideal sealcoating weather
After paving, a good sealcoat protects the surface from UV rays and rain—and summer allows for fast, even curing.
🧱 Why It Pays to Schedule Now
Summer is peak paving season—and for good reason. But that also means contractor schedules fill fast.
If you wait too long, you risk:
Missing the ideal paving window
Rushed or last-minute work
Delayed completion or weather complications
👉 Reid Paving books residential and commercial jobs 2–4 weeks in advance during summer. Don’t wait until it’s too late.
🏡 Great for Homeowners
Summer is a perfect time to:
Replace a cracked or crumbling driveway
Add a parking pad or turnaround space
Resurface old asphalt for instant curb appeal
Whether you’re getting ready to sell or just improving your property, a new driveway is a fast, high-impact upgrade.
🏢 Ideal for Commercial Properties
Commercial clients love summer installs because:
There’s less school traffic and more flexible hours
You can schedule work before the busy fall season
You reduce long-term maintenance costs by preventing deeper damage
We work with shopping centers, schools, HOAs, industrial yards, and small businesses to complete summer resurfacing and striping before fall rains hit.
💪 Why Reid Paving?
✔️ Nearly 50 years serving Georgia homeowners and businesses
✔️ Summer scheduling that works around your availability
✔️ Heat-resistant mixes and expert compaction
✔️ Free quotes and honest recommendations
✔️ Family-owned, locally trusted, professionally equipped
We don’t cut corners—we pave them.
📞 Book Your Summer Project Today
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to pave… this is it. Let Reid Paving deliver high-performance asphalt that’s built to last.
📞 Call us at (770) 834-8303
🖱️ Get a free quote now: https://reidpaving.com/contact-us
📍 Serving Carrollton, Douglasville, Newnan, Villa Rica, and the greater Atlanta area
🔗 Learn more: https://go.reidpaving.com/asphalt
Final Thoughts
From stronger materials to faster turnarounds, summer asphalt installation gives your pavement the best chance for a long, smooth life. Book now and let Georgia’s heat work in your favor.
