Quality asphalt paving supported by accurate grades,
sound preparation and experienced crews
A durable asphalt surface is the visible result of many coordinated decisions below and around the pavement. Material selection, lift thickness, weather, trucking, placement, joints, grades and compaction all influence the final result. HMA Contracting provides commercial asphalt paving supported by the planning, equipment and field experience required for demanding properties.
HMA works throughout Albany and New York’s Capital District on commercial, educational, institutional and municipal projects. Our crews pave new parking lots and roadways, replacement pavement, overlays and reconstructed areas while coordinating access, safety and the schedules of active facilities.
Asphalt paving for commercial and institutional needs
Commercial pavement must support more than passenger vehicles. Delivery traffic, buses, refuse trucks, emergency access and seasonal freeze-thaw cycles create significant demands. HMA evaluates the intended use of the pavement so the work can be planned around appropriate preparation, materials, grades and construction sequencing.
Typical applications include business and industrial properties, schools and colleges, municipal facilities, apartment and multifamily communities, healthcare and nonprofit campuses, recreational facilities, access roads and large parking areas.
The paving process
The paving sequence begins with confirming that the prepared surface is stable, properly graded and ready to receive asphalt. The crew then coordinates asphalt production and trucking so material arrives consistently. The paver places the asphalt to the planned grade and thickness, and rollers follow a controlled compaction pattern while the mix remains within the proper temperature range.
Edges, joints, drainage structures, transitions and tie-ins receive particular attention because these details affect appearance, ride quality and water movement. The crew also coordinates safe access and the timing for reopening the pavement.
HMA’s asphalt paving capabilities
- New asphalt pavement construction
- Binder and top-course placement
- Commercial parking areas and access drives
- Institutional and campus roadways
- Municipal pavement projects
- Pavement replacement and reconstructed areas
- Paving following milling or sitework
- Phased paving for occupied facilities
Why preparation and drainage cannot be separated from paving
Asphalt follows the surface beneath it. Soft subbase, trapped water, poor grades or unstable repairs can eventually show through the new pavement. HMA’s excavation and drainage experience helps the project team address those conditions before paving begins.
When HMA performs both site preparation and asphalt paving, the transition between operations is managed by one team. That helps reduce handoff problems, maintain the intended grades and keep the project moving.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between binder and top-course asphalt?
Binder is generally the structural asphalt layer placed below the surface course. The top course provides the final wearing surface and finished appearance. The pavement design and specifications determine the materials and thicknesses required.
How does weather affect commercial asphalt paving?
Temperature, rain, wind and the temperature of the underlying surface can affect placement and compaction. HMA monitors conditions and coordinates production and trucking to support proper installation.
How soon can traffic return to new asphalt?
Reopening depends on the asphalt mix, pavement thickness, weather, vehicle type and site conditions. The project team provides a reopening plan appropriate to the work.
Does HMA perform residential driveway paving?
This page is focused on HMA’s commercial, institutional and municipal work. Project fit is evaluated based on scope, location and scheduling requirements.