Commercial Paving Contractor Serving Mission, Kansas

Mission's Trusted Asphalt Paving Company — Parking Lots, Driveways, and More

Mission Mart's 310+ space lot has been deteriorating since its 1950s-era construction, Johnson Drive's dense retail storefronts face daily delivery-vehicle abuse, and the abandoned Mission Gateway site sits on nearly 10 acres of crumbling asphalt. Platinum Paving provides full-depth reclamation, mill-and-overlay rehabilitation, and preventive maintenance programs built specifically for Mission's aging mid-century commercial core.

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The commercial asphalt paving contractor Mission, KS property managers call — the paving company, the asphalt company, the blacktop paving crew handling asphalt paving, asphalt resurfacing, sealcoating, and ADA compliance end-to-end. One of the few paving companies and asphalt companies in the KC metro that runs install, maintenance, and compliance with a single in-house crew.

Why Do Mission Property Managers Choose Platinum Paving?

Mission's commercial lots are among the oldest in Johnson County — most built between 1951 and 1978 — and they sit on expansive clay that accelerates structural failure. Property managers here need a contractor who understands full-depth reclamation on aging substrates, not one who slaps sealcoat over a failing base.

	Platinum Paving	Typical Contractors
Full-service (pave, seal, stripe, concrete)	One crew, one call	3–5 different vendors
In-house crews	Our own trained team	Outsourced subcontractors
1-year warranty on all work	Every project, every service	Varies or none
Owner-backed quality	Joe inspects every job	You deal with a project manager
ADA compliance included	Built into every lot project	Often an afterthought or upcharge
Kansas & Missouri coverage	50+ KC metro communities	Limited service area
Commercial + residential	Parking lots to driveways	Usually one or the other

Full-service (pave, seal, stripe, concrete)

Platinum Paving One crew, one call

Typical Contractors 3–5 different vendors

In-house crews

Platinum Paving Our own trained team

Typical Contractors Outsourced subcontractors

1-year warranty on all work

Platinum Paving Every project, every service

Typical Contractors Varies or none

Owner-backed quality

Platinum Paving Joe inspects every job

Typical Contractors You deal with a project manager

ADA compliance included

Platinum Paving Built into every lot project

Typical Contractors Often an afterthought or upcharge

Kansas & Missouri coverage

Platinum Paving 50+ KC metro communities

Typical Contractors Limited service area

Commercial + residential

Platinum Paving Parking lots to driveways

Typical Contractors Usually one or the other

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Asphalt Paving Services in Mission

Every service we offer accounts for Mission's dense mid-century lot layouts, high delivery-vehicle frequency on Johnson Drive, and the expansive clay subgrade that punishes underbuilt pavement across Johnson County.

New Asphalt Paving on a commercial lot in Mission, KS

New Asphalt Paving in Mission

Full-depth asphalt installations for Mission commercial properties — including redevelopment sites like the former Mission Gateway parcel — engineered with heavy base lifts to handle Johnson County's reactive clay.

6–8 inches compacted crushed limestone base over geotextile clay separator
2.5-inch SP-12.5 binder lift plus 1.5-inch surface lift at 300°F minimum
Nuclear density testing to verify 95%+ compaction on every lift
Crown-and-swale drainage grading to prevent ponding on flat Mission lots

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Asphalt Overlays on a commercial lot in Mission, KS

Asphalt Overlays in Mission

Many Mission lots — particularly along Martway and the Foxridge Plaza corridor — have sound base structure but failed surface courses. Overlays extend useful life 12–15 years at a fraction of reconstruction cost.

1.5–2 inch HMA overlay applied at 290–325°F for proper bonding
Tack coat applied at 0.05–0.10 gallons per square yard before paving
Infrared joint heating eliminates cold seams between new and existing asphalt
Adjusted transition grades at curb lines and building entries for ADA compliance

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Asphalt Milling on a commercial lot in Mission, KS

Asphalt Milling in Mission

Milling removes failed surface layers from Mission's 1950s–70s lots without disturbing structurally sound base material underneath — critical for keeping Johnson Drive businesses accessible during phased projects.

Precision milling to 1.5–3 inch depth with Wirtgen cold planers
Millings recycled on-site or hauled for RAP reuse in base applications
Maintains existing curb reveals and drainage flow on tight Mission lots
Night and weekend scheduling available for high-traffic Johnson Drive storefronts

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Asphalt Repair & Patching on a commercial lot in Mission, KS

Asphalt Repair & Patching in Mission

Mission's delivery-heavy retail lots develop localized failures at entry points and dumpster pads faster than surrounding pavement. Saw-cut patching addresses these failures without full-lot disruption.

Full-depth saw-cut patches with 6-inch limestone base replacement
Hot-mix asphalt compacted in 2-inch lifts to 95%+ Marshall density
Dumpster pad reinforcement with 3-inch binder course for repeated loads
Same-day traffic return on most retail entry point patches

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Crack Sealing on a commercial lot in Mission, KS

Crack Sealing in Mission

Johnson County's freeze-thaw cycles drive water into unsealed cracks and destroy base integrity from within. Crack sealing is the single highest-ROI maintenance step for Mission's aging lots.

Hot-applied rubberized sealant rated for -20°F to 200°F flexibility range
Router-and-seal method creates 3/4-inch reservoir for maximum adhesion
Treats linear and alligator cracking before they migrate to full-depth failures
Applied at material temperatures between 375–400°F for optimal bond

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Commercial Sealcoating on a commercial lot in Mission, KS

Commercial Sealcoating in Mission

Sealcoating protects surface courses on Mission lots that are still structurally sound. We apply coal-tar emulsion or asphalt-based formulations depending on lot age and traffic type.

Two-coat application at 0.15–0.18 gallons per square yard per coat
Sand additive blended at 3–4 lbs per gallon for skid resistance
48-hour cure time before lot reopens to vehicle traffic
Best applied every 2–3 years on high-turnover Mission retail surfaces

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Line Striping & Marking on a commercial lot in Mission, KS

Line Striping & Marking in Mission

Mission's dense Johnson Drive lots require precise striping to maximize stall counts within compact mid-century footprints. We stripe for traffic flow efficiency, not just code compliance.

Federal-spec TTP-1952 traffic paint in 4-inch standard width
Stall layout optimization to increase capacity on undersized Mission lots
Fire lane, directional arrow, and handicap symbol markings included
Retroreflective glass beads applied for nighttime visibility

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ADA Compliance on a commercial lot in Mission, KS

ADA Compliance in Mission

Mission Mart and dozens of Johnson Drive storefronts predate ADA requirements entirely. We bring these properties into compliance with detectable warning surfaces, compliant ramp slopes, and accessible route striping.

ADA-compliant ramps poured at 1:12 maximum slope with truncated domes
Van-accessible stall dimensions at 8 feet plus 8-foot access aisle
Accessible route connections from public sidewalk to building entrances
Signage mounting at 60-inch minimum height per current ADA standards

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New Concrete Paving on a commercial lot in Mission, KS

New Concrete Paving in Mission

Concrete sidewalks, aprons, and dumpster approaches take the hardest punishment on Mission's mid-century properties. We pour 4,000+ PSI commercial-grade concrete with fiber reinforcement for longevity.

4,000 PSI concrete with polypropylene fiber mesh for crack resistance
6-inch minimum slab depth on all commercial drive approaches
Contraction joints saw-cut at 1/4 slab depth within 12 hours of pour
Curing compound applied immediately to prevent surface spalling

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Concrete Repair on a commercial lot in Mission, KS

Concrete Repair in Mission

Mission Mart's concrete spalling is visible from Johnson Drive — and it's a liability issue. We remove and replace failed sections, matching existing grades and joint patterns.

Full-depth slab removal with rebar doweling into adjacent panels
4-inch compacted crushed limestone sub-base under every replacement slab
Color-matched concrete to blend with existing adjacent surfaces
Joint sealant applied with polyurethane caulk rated for 50%+ movement

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Curbs & Gutters on a commercial lot in Mission, KS

Curbs & Gutters in Mission

Mission's original barrier curbs are crumbling across many 1960s-era lots, causing drainage failures that undermine adjacent asphalt. We pour slip-formed curb-and-gutter systems that last.

Machine-extruded or hand-formed curb profiles per original lot design
Integrated 12-inch gutter pan to direct runoff toward catch basins
Expansion joints placed every 20 feet with 1/2-inch premolded filler
3,500+ PSI air-entrained mix for freeze-thaw durability in Mission winters

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Pothole Repair on a commercial lot in Mission, KS

Pothole Repair in Mission

Martway's high-traffic retail entry points and Mission Mart's aging surface develop potholes that worsen rapidly in Johnson County's wet spring season. Fast, structural repair prevents liability claims.

Square-cut excavation to remove all failed material below pothole
Hot-mix asphalt installed in compacted lifts — no cold-patch shortcuts
Base replacement included when subgrade clay has pumped into the hole
Emergency response available within 24 hours for high-liability locations

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Diagnostic

What Asphalt Problems Does Your Parking Lot Have?

Mission's mid-century commercial inventory shows every stage of pavement failure. Here are the six most common problems we diagnose on Johnson Drive, Mission Mart, and Foxridge Plaza properties.

Interconnected Block Cracking

Block cracks on Mission's 1960s–70s lots signal oxidized binder and base movement from clay shrink-swell cycles underneath.

Seal Cracks →

Entry-Point Potholes

High-frequency delivery and customer traffic at Martway retail entries pounds failed patches into recurring potholes every spring.

Fix Potholes →

Surface Oxidation and Raveling

Exposed aggregate and loose stone on unprotected Mission lots indicate UV oxidation has degraded the asphalt binder beyond surface integrity.

Sealcoat Now →

Crumbled Barrier Curbs

Original 1950s–60s curbs across Mission Mart and Johnson Drive have lost structural integrity, allowing runoff to erode lot edges.

Replace Curbs →

Non-Compliant Access Routes

Pre-ADA construction means most Mission storefronts lack compliant ramps, detectable warnings, and van-accessible stall dimensions.

Get Compliant →

Alligator Fatigue Cracking

Load-related fatigue cracking across travel lanes signals base failure — an overlay restores structural capacity when the base is still sound.

Overlay Options →

Local Engineering

Asphalt Paving Challenges Specific to Mission

Mission packs decades-old commercial density into barely four square miles. Nearly every lot predates modern pavement engineering standards, and the city's expansive clay, tight footprints, and walkability-focused streetscape create a paving environment that rewards precision and punishes shortcuts.

Pre-1980 lot stock. Mission Mart was built starting in 1951. Foxridge Plaza and most Johnson Drive storefronts followed in the 1960s–70s. These surfaces were never engineered for modern traffic volumes, and many lack adequate base depth — full-depth reclamation is often the only structurally honest option.
Expansive clay subgrade. Johnson County's high-plasticity clay swells significantly during wet periods and shrinks during drought. On Mission's compact lots, this movement cracks even well-built asphalt within a few years if the base lacks a geotextile separator and sufficient crushed limestone depth.
Tight lot footprints. Mission's mid-century lots were designed for smaller vehicles and lower stall counts. Modern delivery trucks, waste haulers, and fire apparatus now stress pavement that was built for 1960s sedans. Turning radii are tight, and heavy point loads concentrate at entry throats.
Walkability-adjacent construction. Johnson Drive's streetscape improvements have elevated pedestrian standards citywide. Paving work on adjacent commercial lots must integrate seamlessly with public sidewalks, crosswalks, and ADA curb ramps — not just meet lot-line requirements.
Delivery-vehicle frequency. Dense retail and restaurant tenancies along Johnson Drive generate dozens of daily delivery stops per block. Box trucks and refrigerated vans concentrate loads at the same entry points, dumpster approaches, and loading zones, causing accelerated localized failure.
Abandoned site deterioration. The former Mission Gateway parcel represents nearly 10 acres of unmaintained asphalt. Whoever redevelops this site will face severe base contamination from years of water infiltration and clay pumping — a full geotechnical evaluation before paving is mandatory.

Weathered commercial asphalt showing freeze-thaw damage in Mission, KS

The Commercial Asphalt Paving Process

What happens after you call your Kansas City paving contractor — from first inspection to final walkthrough.

Free Assessment

We inspect your lot, identify every issue, and provide a detailed estimate — no cost, no pressure.

Planning & Scheduling

We design the scope of work around your business hours so your operations aren't disrupted.

Surface Prep & Milling

Old asphalt is milled down, debris cleared, and the base is prepared for a clean bond.

Paving & Compaction

Fresh hot-mix asphalt is laid to spec and rolled to precise compaction with commercial-grade equipment.

Striping & Compliance

Parking spaces, fire lanes, ADA markings, and signage — your lot is fully compliant and looks brand new.

Final Walkthrough

We walk the finished project with you. If anything isn't right, we make it right before we leave.

Your Mission Lot Deserves a Contractor Who Shows Up

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Who We Serve in Mission

Industries We Serve in Mission

Corporate & Office

Professional office clusters along Metcalf Avenue and Lamar Avenue rely on clean, well-maintained parking that reflects the quality of their tenant roster.

Retail

Johnson Drive storefronts, Mission Mart's 310+ space lot, and Foxridge Plaza all need pavement that handles daily customer and delivery traffic without disrupting business hours.

Healthcare

Medical and dental offices throughout Mission require ADA-compliant, smooth-surface lots with zero-trip-hazard transitions for patients with limited mobility.

Apartments & Multifamily

Mission's multifamily complexes — many built in the 1960s–70s — face the same aging-asphalt challenges as the retail lots, compounded by 24/7 resident traffic.

HOAs & Condominiums

Condominium associations across Mission manage shared parking surfaces that need phased rehabilitation plans to spread cost without displacing residents.

Restaurants & Hospitality

Johnson Drive's restaurant cluster generates concentrated evening and weekend traffic spikes, plus heavy dumpster and grease-trap service loads behind each building.

Coverage

Mission Neighborhoods and Districts We Serve

Mission is compact — just over four square miles — but its commercial density means nearly every neighborhood is within a few blocks of aging commercial pavement that we service.

Johnson Drive Retail DistrictMission MartFoxridge PlazaMetcalf Avenue CorridorLamar Avenue Office ClusterMartway Commercial StripSylvester Powell Community Center AreaEast Mission Residential-Commercial MixWest Mission Gateway SiteNall Avenue CorridorRoeland Drive AreaShawnee Mission Parkway Frontage

Mission Asphalt Paving by the Numbers

1,500+

Projects completed Across the KC metro

60+

Years combined experience In commercial paving

9,861+

Residents in service area Mission alone

5.0 ★

Google rating 86+ reviews

1-Year

Warranty Workmanship and materials

Crew members All in-house

Trade Expertise

Why Base Preparation Matters in Johnson County

Mission sits squarely on Johnson County's expansive clay — soil that can swell 4–6% in volume during spring rains and shrink just as aggressively in August drought. Without proper base engineering, no surface course survives more than a few years here.

Geotextile separation layer. We install woven geotextile fabric between the native clay and the crushed limestone base on every Mission commercial project. This barrier prevents clay fines from pumping into the aggregate and softening the structural base during wet cycles.
6–8 inches of crushed limestone. Johnson County commercial lots require a minimum 6-inch compacted limestone base — and we go to 8 inches on heavy-load applications like dumpster pads and delivery lanes. Each lift is compacted to 98%+ Modified Proctor density.
Proof rolling before paving. A loaded tandem-axle dump truck rolls the finished base to identify soft spots that density testing can miss. Any deflection greater than 1/2 inch triggers excavation and replacement before a single ton of asphalt is placed.
Positive drainage grading. Mission's flat, compact lots tend to pond water. We grade every base layer to a minimum 2% cross-slope toward catch basins or curb outlets so water never sits on or under the finished surface.
Subgrade moisture conditioning. If the native clay is too dry, it will swell later and heave the pavement. If it's too wet, it won't compact. We moisture-condition the subgrade to within 2% of optimum before placing any aggregate.
Undercutting failed material. On Mission's oldest lots — particularly Mission Mart — we commonly find 12+ inches of contaminated base where decades of clay intrusion have turned gravel into mud. All contaminated material gets removed and replaced, not buried.

Platinum Paving crew preparing base for new asphalt paving in Mission, KS

Pricing Transparency

What Affects the Cost of Asphalt Paving in Mission

Every Mission commercial lot comes with a different cost profile depending on its age, base condition, and traffic demand. We quote after a physical site inspection — never over the phone — because Mission's mid-century lots routinely hide problems under the surface that you can't price from a satellite image.

Existing base condition

A Mission lot built in the 1960s may have 4 inches of contaminated base that needs full removal, while a 1990s office lot might only need a mill-and-overlay. The difference in base work alone can shift project cost by 40% or more.

Lot size and access constraints

Mission's tight, landlocked lots often require smaller equipment, phased paving to keep businesses open, and nighttime work. All of these factors add mobilization and labor cost compared to a wide-open suburban site.

Depth of asphalt section

A standard Mission retail lot gets a 2.5-inch binder lift and 1.5-inch surface course. Delivery lanes and dumpster pads may need a 3-inch binder lift. Each additional half-inch of asphalt adds material cost per square yard.

ADA upgrades required

Most Mission commercial properties were built decades before ADA standards existed. Adding compliant ramps, accessible stalls, and detectable warning surfaces is often required during repaving and must be budgeted into total project cost.

Drainage improvements

Flat Mission lots with failed curbs or insufficient catch basins often need new curb-and-gutter, additional storm inlets, or regrading — all of which add cost but prevent premature pavement failure from standing water.

Curb and concrete scope

Crumbled barrier curbs and spalled concrete sidewalks on Mission Mart-era properties usually need replacement at the same time as the asphalt. Bundling this work reduces total mobilization cost compared to separate projects.

Time-of-year pricing

Asphalt plants in the KC metro run from roughly April through November. Scheduling your Mission project in early spring or late fall can sometimes capture better crew availability and material pricing.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Asphalt Paving in Mission

Can Mission Mart's parking lot be overlaid, or does it need full-depth reconstruction?

Given that Mission Mart's oldest sections date to 1951, most of the lot has exceeded its structural lifecycle. We core-sample every section to determine whether the base is still competent. Where base contamination from decades of clay intrusion exists, full-depth reclamation is the only honest fix. Sound sections may qualify for a 2-inch mill-and-overlay.

How do you keep Johnson Drive businesses open during paving?

We phase every Johnson Drive project so customer access and delivery routes remain functional throughout construction. Typically, we pave one half of a lot or one lane at a time, with barricade and signage plans reviewed before work starts. Night paving is available for the busiest storefronts.

What makes Mission's soil so hard on asphalt?

Mission sits on Johnson County's heavy expansive clay — soil that swells when saturated and shrinks during drought. This constant volume change breaks apart base material and pushes cracks to the surface. We install geotextile fabric and a minimum 6 inches of compacted crushed limestone to isolate the asphalt from the clay's movement.

Are Mission property owners required to bring lots into ADA compliance during repaving?

Generally, yes. When you resurface a Mission commercial lot, the scope triggers ADA path-of-travel requirements. That means compliant ramps, van-accessible stalls, and detectable warning surfaces must be installed or upgraded. We handle the full ADA scope as part of every repaving project.

How much does it cost to repave a commercial lot in Mission?

It depends entirely on base condition, lot size, and scope. A straightforward 2-inch mill-and-overlay on a sound base costs significantly less than a full-depth reclamation on a 1960s lot with contaminated aggregate. Call Joe at (913) 701-6044 for a free on-site evaluation — we never quote without inspecting the site first.

What's happening with the Mission Gateway site's deteriorating asphalt?

That nearly 10-acre parcel has been unmaintained for years, and extensive water infiltration has likely caused severe base failure. Any redevelopment contractor will need full geotechnical testing before paving. If you're involved in that project's next phase, we're equipped for large-scale commercial reclamation.

Do you handle concrete spalling repairs on Mission properties?

Absolutely. Concrete spalling is one of the most visible problems at Mission Mart and along Johnson Drive sidewalk frontages. We saw-cut and remove failed panels, replace the sub-base if needed, and pour 4,000+ PSI fiber-reinforced concrete that matches existing grades and joint patterns.

How often should a Mission retail parking lot be sealcoated?

For high-traffic Johnson Drive retail lots, we recommend sealcoating every 2–3 years. This protects the binder from UV oxidation and keeps water out of the surface. Sealcoating only works on structurally sound asphalt — if your lot has base failures, sealcoat won't fix the underlying problem. Call (913) 701-6044 and we'll tell you which approach your lot actually needs.

Get an Asphalt Paving Estimate for Your Mission Property

Joe Brogoto personally inspects every Mission project site before we quote. With 1,500+ commercial projects completed, a 30-person in-house crew, and a 1-year warranty on workmanship and materials, Platinum Paving delivers the structural paving solutions Mission's aging commercial core demands. Call (913) 701-6044 today.

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