Asphalt Millings

Burden Brothers Paving provides professional asphalt millings installation throughout Columbus, Ohio, and surrounding Central Ohio communities. Also known as recycled asphalt, crushed asphalt, or reclaimed asphalt pavement, asphalt millings can provide a practical surface for residential driveways, private roads, farm lanes, commercial access areas, parking areas, and other large surfaces.

When properly installed, graded, and compacted, asphalt millings can create a firm driving surface with less loose stone and dust than many traditional gravel applications. However, successful installation depends on proper site preparation, drainage, material quality, grading, and compaction.

Our experienced paving team evaluates each property before recommending asphalt millings. We consider how the area will be used, the condition of the existing base, vehicle traffic, drainage, accessibility, and the desired finished appearance.

Burden Brothers Paving is a family-owned paving company serving Ohio property owners since 1972. Contact us today to discuss your project and request a free asphalt millings estimate.

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Asphalt millings are reclaimed pieces of asphalt produced when an existing road, driveway, or parking lot surface is removed during a milling or resurfacing project. Instead of discarding the removed asphalt, it can be processed and reused for other paving applications.

The material contains a combination of aggregate and residual asphalt binder. Once spread, graded, and compacted, the particles can settle together to form a firmer and more cohesive surface than ordinary loose gravel.

Asphalt millings are often considered for properties that need a functional driving surface without the cost or finished appearance of a newly installed hot-mix asphalt surface.

They may be appropriate for:

• Residential driveways
• Long rural driveways
• Private roads
• Shared access lanes
• Farm lanes
• Equipment access roads
• Commercial storage areas
• Overflow parking areas
• Driveway extensions
• Construction entrances
• Large parking or work areas

The suitability of asphalt millings depends on the property and intended use. Burden Brothers Paving can inspect your project area and help determine whether millings, gravel, resurfacing, or new asphalt paving is the better option.

Burden Brothers Paving installs asphalt millings for a variety of applications throughout Columbus and Central Ohio.

Asphalt Millings Driveways

An asphalt millings driveway can provide a stable and functional surface for residential properties, garages, workshops, rural homes, and other locations.

Proper installation begins with evaluating the existing soil or driveway base. The area may need to be cleared, graded, strengthened, or reshaped before the millings are installed. Once the material is placed, it is carefully graded and compacted to create a more consistent finished surface.

Private Roads and Access Lanes

Asphalt millings can be used for private roads, shared driveways, long access lanes, and other low- to moderate-traffic roadways.

Our team evaluates the route, slope, drainage, existing base, and expected vehicle traffic before recommending the appropriate preparation and installation method.

Farm Lanes and Agricultural Properties

Recycled asphalt may provide a practical driving surface for farms and agricultural properties. It can be used for access to barns, equipment storage buildings, fields, workshops, and other working areas.

Compared with loose gravel, properly compacted millings may reduce stone movement and dust while providing improved traction and access for vehicles and farm equipment.

Commercial Parking and Storage Areas

Asphalt millings may be appropriate for selected commercial applications, including:

• Overflow parking
• Employee parking
• Equipment yards
• Storage areas
• Commercial access lanes
• Construction staging areas
• Industrial work areas

The intended use, expected traffic, drainage, and base condition must be evaluated before installation.

Driveway Extensions and Additional Parking

Need more room for vehicles, trailers, equipment, or guests? Asphalt millings may be used to widen an existing driveway or create an additional parking area.

The new section should be properly graded and prepared so that it connects smoothly with the existing driveway and surrounding property.

Construction Entrances and Temporary Access

Millings can provide a stable surface for construction entrances, temporary vehicle routes, material storage areas, and equipment access points.

Proper preparation helps reduce mud, rutting, and loose material in areas that regularly support construction vehicles.

Benefits of Asphalt Millings

Why Property Owners Choose Recycled Asphalt

More Stable Than Loose Gravel

Once properly graded and compacted, asphalt millings can create a firmer surface than many loose gravel applications. The material may be less likely to scatter or shift under regular vehicle traffic.

Reduced Dust and Loose Stone

A compacted millings surface can produce less dust and loose stone than a traditional gravel driveway, especially after the material has settled.

Practical for Large Surfaces

Millings may be a practical option for long driveways, private roads, farm lanes, large parking areas, and other surfaces where new hot-mix asphalt may not fit the project requirements or budget.

Reuse of Existing Pavement Material

Asphalt millings give existing pavement material another useful application rather than treating it solely as waste.

Attractive, Finished Appearance

Freshly installed millings typically provide a dark, uniform appearance that can look more finished than an ordinary stone or gravel surface.

Repairable and Maintainable

Low spots or worn areas may sometimes be regraded, compacted, or supplemented with additional millings as future maintenance is needed.

Our Asphalt Millings Installation Process

Proper Preparation Helps Produce Better Results

The performance of an asphalt millings surface depends heavily on preparation and installation. Simply spreading loose millings over an unstable or poorly drained area may result in rutting, uneven settlement, erosion, or standing water.

1. Property Evaluation

We inspect the project area and discuss how the surface will be used. We consider vehicle traffic, drainage, access, soil conditions, existing pavement or gravel, and the desired finished result.

2. Site Preparation

Vegetation, unstable material, debris, or damaged pavement may need to be removed. The preparation requirements will depend on the existing condition of the property.

3. Grading and Drainage

The project area is shaped to establish the appropriate slope and elevation. Proper grading allows water to drain away from the surface rather than collecting in low areas.

4. Base Evaluation and Preparation

A stable base supports the finished surface. Some existing gravel driveways may only require reshaping and compaction, while other sites may need additional stone or base material.

5. Placement of Asphalt Millings

The recycled asphalt material is delivered and spread across the prepared area at a depth appropriate for the project and intended use.

6. Final Grading

The millings are carefully graded to create a smooth, consistent surface and maintain proper drainage.

7. Compaction

The completed surface is compacted using professional equipment. Proper compaction helps the particles settle together and creates a firmer driving surface.

8. Final Inspection

Our team reviews the completed area and provides guidance regarding initial use and future maintenance.

Asphalt Millings Versus Gravel

Asphalt millings and gravel can both be used for driveways, lanes, roads, and parking areas, but they have different characteristics.

Gravel consists of loose stone that can shift, scatter, wash away, or create dust as vehicles travel across it. Gravel surfaces may require periodic grading and the addition of replacement stone.

Asphalt millings contain reclaimed aggregate and residual asphalt binder. After proper grading and compaction, the material can settle into a tighter and more cohesive surface than loose gravel.

Potential advantages of millings over gravel may include:

• Less loose stone
• Reduced dust
• A darker and more uniform appearance
• Greater surface stability
• Less frequent grading in some applications

The better option depends on drainage, base conditions, vehicle traffic, project size, budget, and the desired appearance.

Asphalt Millings Versus New Asphalt

Asphalt millings should not be confused with professionally installed hot-mix asphalt.

New asphalt paving generally creates a smoother, more uniform, and more highly finished surface. It may be the preferred choice for residential driveways, commercial parking lots, and areas with regular or heavier vehicle traffic.

Asphalt millings create a more textured, recycled surface. They may be appropriate when the goal is to improve a gravel or dirt surface without installing a complete new asphalt pavement system.

Millings may be suitable for:

• Rural driveways
• Private roads
• Farm lanes
• Equipment access routes
• Overflow parking
• Storage yards
• Large low-traffic areas
• Driveway extensions

Burden Brothers Paving can explain the differences and recommend a paving solution based on your property, intended use, and budget.

Why Choose Burden Brothers Paving?

Experienced Asphalt Contractors Serving Columbus and Central Ohio

Serving Ohio Since 1972

Burden Brothers Paving brings decades of asphalt paving, grading, preparation, and pavement maintenance experience to residential and commercial projects.

Family-Owned and Operated

As a family-owned paving company, we are committed to dependable communication, professional service, and quality workmanship.

Proper Site Preparation

A successful millings installation begins below the finished surface. We evaluate the existing base, grading, drainage, and soil conditions before installing the material.

Professional Equipment

We use professional paving and compaction equipment to spread, grade, and compact the millings for a more consistent finished surface.

Residential and Commercial Experience

We work with homeowners, businesses, farms, property managers, HOAs, contractors, and other property owners throughout Central Ohio.

Complete Asphalt Services

In addition to asphalt millings, Burden Brothers Paving provides:

• Asphalt driveway paving
• Commercial asphalt paving
• Parking lot paving
• Asphalt resurfacing
• Asphalt overlays
• Pothole repairs
• Crack filling
• Sealcoating
• Private road paving
• Parking lot maintenance

Free Project Estimates

Contact our team to discuss your project and request a free estimate.

Asphalt Millings in Columbus and Surrounding Areas

Burden Brothers Paving provides asphalt millings installation throughout Columbus and surrounding Central Ohio communities, including:

• Columbus
• Dublin
• Westerville
• Hilliard
• Grove City
• Gahanna
• Reynoldsburg
• New Albany
• Worthington
• Upper Arlington
• Powell
• Lewis Center
• Sunbury
• Pickerington
• Canal Winchester
• Groveport
• Pataskala
• Plain City
• Marysville
• Newark
• Lancaster
• Mount Vernon
• Nearby Central Ohio communities

Not sure whether your property is within our service area? Call 844-295-8035 and tell us where your paving project is located.

Frequently Asked Questions About Asphalt Millings

Are asphalt millings the same as recycled asphalt?

Asphalt millings are commonly called recycled asphalt, crushed asphalt, or reclaimed asphalt pavement. They are produced when an existing asphalt surface is removed and processed for reuse.

Can asphalt millings be used for driveways?

Yes. Asphalt millings may be used for residential driveways when the site has a stable base, appropriate drainage, and proper grading and compaction.

Do asphalt millings become hard?

Asphalt millings can compact and bind together over time, forming a firmer surface than loose gravel. However, they should not be expected to look or perform exactly like newly installed hot-mix asphalt.

Can asphalt millings be installed over gravel?

In some situations, an existing gravel driveway can be reshaped and compacted before the millings are installed. The existing gravel must provide a stable base and have adequate drainage.

Are asphalt millings better than gravel?

Millings may create a firmer surface with less loose stone and dust than gravel. However, the best material depends on the property, drainage, traffic, budget, and desired appearance.

Can millings be used for commercial parking areas?

Yes. Depending on the property and expected traffic, asphalt millings may be used for overflow parking, employee parking, storage areas, equipment yards, and other selected commercial applications.

How long do asphalt millings last?

The service life varies depending on material quality, installation depth, base preparation, drainage, vehicle traffic, weather, and maintenance.

Do asphalt millings need maintenance?

Some maintenance may be required over time. Low areas or heavily traveled sections may need additional grading, compaction, or material.

How much do asphalt millings cost?

Pricing depends on the size of the area, site preparation, material quantity, transportation, accessibility, grading, drainage, and compaction requirements. Contact Burden Brothers Paving for a project-specific estimate.

Are asphalt millings appropriate for every property?

No. Properties with unstable soil, poor drainage, steep slopes, or heavy traffic may require additional preparation or a different paving solution. A site evaluation is the best way to determine whether millings are appropriate.

Do you provide free estimates?

Yes. Contact Burden Brothers Paving to request a free estimate for asphalt millings and other residential or commercial paving services.

Request a Free Asphalt Millings Estimate

Professional Recycled Asphalt Installation in Columbus, Ohio

Whether you need an asphalt millings driveway, private road, farm lane, parking area, equipment yard, or access route, Burden Brothers Paving can evaluate your property and recommend an appropriate solution.

Our experienced team provides professional site preparation, grading, installation, and compaction throughout Columbus and surrounding Central Ohio communities

Not sure whether your property is within our service area? Call 844-295-8035 and tell us where your project is located.