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McAllen Asphalt Paving Guide: Costs, Permits, and Timing

McAllen has hot summers, mild winters, and rain that peaks in September, and the City requires a free right-of-way permit to build or repair a driveway at the street. This guide covers published local price ranges, McAllen's right-of-way permit process, and how to time paving around the local weather. The contractor list above shows paving pros who serve McAllen on Main Street.

What asphalt work costs in McAllen

We only list numbers from published sources that give a McAllen figure. All figures in this table come from HomeBlue's McAllen cost guides, published in 2022, so expect current quotes to differ. Treat them as a starting point, not a quote.

McAllen bids often change with base preparation, the condition of an older driveway, and whether the driveway approach at the street is part of the job. HomeBlue's sealing guide also notes that some contractors charge a $75 to $100 mobilization fee on small driveways. We did not find a sourced local figure for pothole patching alone, so ask for repair as its own line item.

City permits and the public right-of-way

Paving that stays entirely on your own lot does not touch the public right-of-way, but driveway, sidewalk, and curb work at the street does.

Right-of-way permit. The Engineering Department's Right of Way Permits page says a permit is required to build or repair a driveway, sidewalk, concrete slab, or parking lot in the right-of-way. There is no fee for the permit or inspection, but each re-inspection has a fee. You submit the application with a measured site layout, and the permit should be issued within two business days.

Inspections. A pre-pour inspection is required before concrete is poured and a final inspection after the work is done. Permits expire if work is not completed within 12 months. Engineering is at (956) 681-1150 or engineering@mcallen.net.

McAllen weather and the best time to pave

NOAA's 1991 to 2020 climate normals for McAllen Miller International Airport show about 22.2 inches of rain a year. September is the wettest month at about 4.61 inches, and February is the driest at about 0.72 inches. About 11.5 inches falls from June through September.

August highs average about 100 degrees, and the station averages about 177 days a year at 90 degrees or hotter. Freezing nights are rare, less than one a year, and January highs average about 73 degrees.

Our tip for McAllen homeowners: spring and fall are the most comfortable windows for paving and sealcoating. Summer work should start early in the morning, and winter jobs need daytime temperatures warm enough for asphalt and sealcoat to cure. Watch the forecast in September, the wettest month.

McAllen asphalt FAQ

How much does a new asphalt driveway cost in McAllen?

HomeBlue's McAllen cost guide (published 2022) puts a new asphalt driveway at $4 to $6 per square foot for 3 to 4 inches of asphalt, including removal of an old asphalt driveway. For a 24 by 40 foot two-car driveway, that guide lists $3,500 to $6,100. Prices have likely moved since 2022, so get written quotes.

How much does driveway sealcoating cost in McAllen?

HomeBlue's McAllen driveway sealing guide (published 2022) lists $0.30 to $0.40 per square foot.

Does McAllen charge for a driveway permit?

McAllen says there is no fee for a right-of-way permit or its inspections, but each re-inspection has a fee. The permit covers building or repairing a driveway in the right-of-way.

When is the best time to pave in McAllen?

NOAA normals for McAllen Miller International Airport show about 177 days a year at 90 degrees or hotter. Spring and fall are the most comfortable windows for paving and sealcoating.

Compare McAllen paving contractors

Contractors listed on the McAllen hub, from Main Street listings data. Claimed profiles are shown first. Full cards are in the list above.

• Williamson Asphalt Maintenance, McAllen
• Ortiz Asphalt paving, McAllen
• Valley Paving Inc, Mission
• Longhorn Services Inc, Edinburg
• Bernal Paving and Maintenance, Mercedes

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Prices above come from third-party guides published in 2022 and are not quotes from Main Street or any listed contractor. Permit rules change; confirm with the City of McAllen before you start work.