Professional Asphalt Milling for Commercial Properties in Northeast Ohio
As a Greater Akron Chamber of Commerce member, NARI affiliate, and A+ BBB accredited contractor established in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio since 1994, Cardinal Asphalt Company, Inc. brings the credentials, equipment, and technical precision that commercial asphalt milling demands. Milling is a process that requires the right machinery, experienced operators, and accurate depth control — and it’s a service Cardinal has been performing throughout Northeast Ohio for decades.
Our comprehensive 2-year coverage on milling and overlay work reflects the confidence we have in our process and our people.
What Asphalt Milling Is
Asphalt milling — also called cold planing — is the controlled removal of the top layer of an existing asphalt surface using a rotary drum milling machine. The process grinds the surface to a specified depth, leaving a textured base that accepts a new asphalt overlay with excellent bonding. Milling is used to:
- Prepare a worn surface for overlay while maintaining existing curb and inlet heights
- Remove surface rutting, deformation, and significant cracking
- Correct grades and cross-slopes that have shifted over time
- Remove failed asphalt from specific areas before base repair
Types of Milling Applications
- Full-Width Parking Lot Milling — Milling an entire lot surface to uniform depth before overlay installation
- Partial or Zone Milling — Targeted milling of specific lanes, drives, or deteriorated areas within a larger lot
- Grade Correction Milling — Variable-depth milling to correct drainage slopes and eliminate low spots that cause ponding
- Utility Cut Restoration — Milling around utility repairs to feather edges and prepare the area for seamless overlay
Our Milling Process
- Pre-Milling Survey — We document existing grades, inlet heights, and depth requirements before milling begins
- Depth Calibration — Milling depth is set and verified to meet overlay design requirements and maintain finished grades
- Milling Operations — Rotary drum milling machine removes surface material to specified depth with consistent, controllable results
- Millings Removal — Reclaimed asphalt millings are swept from the surface and removed from the site or stockpiled per project requirements
- Surface Verification — We verify depth consistency and grade accuracy before overlay installation proceeds
Benefits of Asphalt Milling in Cuyahoga Falls, OH
- Maintains Finished Grade — Milling removes material before new asphalt is installed, so the finished surface doesn’t raise curb heights or cover drainage inlets
- Better Overlay Bond — A fresh-milled surface provides superior tack coat adhesion compared to paving over a smooth, aged surface
- Grade Correction Capability — Milling allows grade adjustments that standard overlay cannot address
- Cost-Effective — Mill and overlay preserves the underlying structure while delivering a new surface at lower cost than full replacement
Why Choose Cardinal Asphalt Company
- Established in Cuyahoga Falls in 1994 — Cardinal has been milling and paving commercial surfaces across Northeast Ohio for over 30 years
- In-House Milling Equipment — We operate our own milling machine; no subcontracting, no scheduling dependencies
- Technical Precision — Experienced operators calibrate milling depth to project specifications and verify results before paving
- A+ BBB Accredited — Consistent performance recognized by the Better Business Bureau
- Comprehensive 2-Year Coverage — All milling and overlay work is backed by our 2-year workmanship warranty
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between asphalt milling and asphalt removal?
Milling removes a controlled thickness of the surface layer while leaving the base intact — it’s used to prepare for overlay. Full removal tears out the entire asphalt structure down to the subbase and is used for rip out and replace projects.
Is milling always required before overlay?
Not always. Standard overlay can go over a prepared existing surface when maintaining finished grade is not a concern. Milling is required when curb heights must be maintained, grades need correction, or the surface condition warrants it. We specify the right approach in your proposal.
Related Services
Milling is often part of a larger pavement rehabilitation plan — here are the services that connect:
- Asphalt Overlay — The overlay installation that typically follows milling in a mill-and-overlay project
- Rip Out and Replace — Full-depth alternative when base conditions require complete removal rather than milling
- Asphalt Paving — Full-service commercial paving for reconstruction and new construction
- Parking Lot Paving — Complete parking lot rehabilitation services for commercial properties
Get a Free Milling Estimate in Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Cardinal Asphalt Company, Inc. provides asphalt milling and mill-and-overlay services for commercial properties throughout Cuyahoga Falls, Akron, Stow, Hudson, Bath, Fairlawn, Canton, Kent, Aurora, Medina, Solon, Beachwood, Wadsworth, Brecksville, North Canton, and the surrounding Northeast Ohio region. Contact us today for a free on-site evaluation.
