- Established 1967
- Residential & Commercial
- Connecticut-Based
- Family-Run Business
- Free Estimates
Expanding a parking lot means adding new pavement bays that integrate with the existing lot — clearing and grading the addition, installing a base, paving with hot-mix asphalt at the right depth, and tying the new pavement cleanly into the existing surface with proper joints, drainage continuation, and matching striping.
- Licensed & insuredCT HIC.0517988
- Honest assessmentsRepair when it works, replace when it does not.
- One crew, start to finishSame team from estimate through final pass.
What this service includes
Every project from Maisano Brothers Inc. covers the work that makes the result last.
Site walk and expansion plan
We walk the existing lot and the expansion area, identify drainage and tie-in considerations, and confirm the new bay layout.
Clearing and grubbing
We clear vegetation and topsoil from the expansion area down to suitable subgrade.
Subgrade and base
We compact the subgrade and install a processed-stone base to the depth that matches the existing lot's structural section — or upgraded where the existing was thin.
Saw-cut tie-in joints
We saw-cut a clean edge into the existing asphalt where the new pavement meets the old, then tack-coat the joint.
Hot-mix asphalt paving
Binder and surface lifts of hot-mix asphalt are paved across the expansion and rolled to full density.
Drainage continuation
We extend or add catch basins, swales, or trench drains so the new surface drains correctly and doesn't push water back into the original lot.
Striping and signage
New and affected stalls are striped, signage is added where needed, and accessible stalls are re-counted against the new total stall count.
When this service makes sense
- Your business has grown and the existing lot can't carry the daily vehicle count.
- You're adding tenants or a new building wing and need parking added to match.
- You have unused land adjacent to the existing lot that should be paved.
- Your ADA stall count is short against the new total stall count and the addition needs to bring it back to spec.
- You want a single contractor for the clearing, grading, base, paving, drainage, and striping.
Not sure what you need?
Our free on-site estimate includes an honest assessment and a clear recommendation — no pressure, no obligation.
How we deliver this service
A clear, proven sequence from first call to finished project.
- 1
Site walk and expansion plan
We confirm the area, tie-in points, drainage, and stall layout.
- 2
Written estimate
We provide a clear estimate broken down by clearing, base, paving, drainage, and striping.
- 3
Clearing and grading
Vegetation and topsoil come off; subgrade is graded and compacted.
- 4
Base install
Processed-stone base is installed and compacted to the design depth.
- 5
Saw-cut and tie-in
The existing edge is saw-cut clean and tack-coated.
- 6
Hot-mix paving and rolling
Binder and surface lifts paved and rolled to full density.
- 7
Drainage, striping, and walkthrough
Drainage is extended, the addition is striped, and we walk the finished lot with you.
Materials, equipment, and quality
The standards and details that separate work built to last from work built to look finished.
Structural section that matches the existing
An expansion paved thinner than the original will fail at the seam. We match or upgrade the base and asphalt depths so the addition holds up under the same loads.
Saw-cut tie-in, not feathered edge
We saw-cut a clean vertical edge into the existing pavement and tack it before paving the new lift. Feathered tie-ins crack along the seam in the first winter.
Drainage solved before paving, not after
We size and extend the drainage during the design walk, not after the new bays start ponding.
Project proof
Real projects that show this service in action across Connecticut.
HOA & Condo Roadway Paving in Stamford, CT
HOA & Condo Roadway Paving project in Stamford, CT by Maisano Brothers Inc.
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Commercial Parking Lot Paving in Montville, CT
Commercial Parking Lot Paving project in Montville, CT by Maisano Brothers Inc.
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Golf Course Paving in New Haven, CT
Golf Course Paving project in New Haven, CT by Maisano Brothers Inc.
View projectFrequently asked questions
How long does a parking lot expansion take?
Most commercial expansions are a one-to-two week project from clearing through striping, depending on size, drainage complexity, and weather. We schedule around your operations to keep as much of the existing lot open as possible.
Will the new pavement look different from the existing?
Fresh asphalt is darker than aged asphalt — the new section will read as new for the first six to twelve months as it weathers. Sealcoating the entire lot at the end blends the colour if matching appearance matters.
Do I need town approval to expand the lot?
Most Connecticut towns require site plan review for added impervious surface beyond a threshold. We can coordinate with your engineer on the approval package and can install once the permits are in hand.
Do you handle the drainage upgrades the expansion needs?
Yes — added pavement adds runoff. We extend catch basins, trench drains, and surface grading so the new lot drains correctly and doesn't back water into the existing lot.
Related Services
Commercial Parking Lot Paving
Commercial parking lot paving builds or replaces an asphalt lot designed for vehicle loads, drainage, and ADA-compliant layout. Maisano Brothers Inc. paves Connecticut parking lots with engineered base depths, proper drainage, and durable hot-mix asphalt.
Learn moreDrainage & Grading
Drainage and grading work moves water off of pavement and out of the base before it causes damage. Maisano Brothers Inc. installs catch basins, trench drains, and regrading on existing lots and on every new paving project so water never pools, runs into buildings, or sits where it can weaken the base.
Learn moreParking Lot Line Striping
Parking lot line striping marks stalls, drive aisles, fire lanes, and accessible spaces with durable traffic paint. Maisano Brothers Inc. stripes new and existing Connecticut lots with clean, organized, code-aware layouts.
Learn moreReady to move forward with ?
Tell us about your driveway, parking lot, or court and we will provide a clear, no-pressure written estimate.