Cost Drivers
Square footage is the base. But the real cost drivers are: sub-base preparation (commercial lots need a thicker, properly compacted sub-base for vehicle loads), thickness and reinforcement (car traffic vs. delivery trucks need different specs), joint layout (designed for load distribution and crack control), drainage (large surfaces need engineered drainage), ADA compliance (slopes, access routes, striping), and site preparation (grading, existing surface removal, utility work).
Why Thickness Matters
A lot designed for passenger cars can be thinner than one that handles delivery trucks. Underspec the thickness and the lot will crack and fail under loads it wasn't built for. We spec thickness based on how the lot will actually be used — not a generic standard.
Drainage Engineering
A large paved surface collects a lot of water. Proper grading, inlets, and drainage design prevent ponding (which deteriorates the surface) and manage runoff. Drainage is engineered into the lot design from the start — it's not an add-on.
Why We Quote After the Walk
Commercial lots are too variable for standard pricing. We assess the site, understand the traffic and loads, design the sub-base, thickness, joints, and drainage, and give you a detailed written quote. Every cost is broken down so you can see exactly what you're investing in.