Commercial Paving & Site Contractors in St Clair Shores, MI
D&J Contracting is the commercial paving contractor St Clair Shores property owners call for full-site solutions. We coordinate asphalt, concrete, and drainage so the pavement system carries traffic correctly and holds up under daily use.
With 38 years in Michigan, we plan around subgrade strength, runoff, and edge conditions before work starts. That keeps properties reliable from lot entrance to back service area.
Licensed & Insured

Local Michigan Crews

38+ Years Experience
WHAT WE OFFER
Our Paving Services in St Clair Shores
From high-traffic parking lots to industrial infrastructure, we provide comprehensive asphalt and concrete services tailored to St Clair Shores commercial properties. Our MDOT-prequalified crews deliver durable, professional workmanship on every project.
Serving All Property Types in St Clair Shores
Our expertise spans across specialized commercial, industrial and municipal infrastructure throughout St Clair Shores. We don't just "pave", we engineer durable surfaces designed to withstand heavy traffic and the rigorous Michigan climate.
Commercial Properties
Parking lots, access roads, and ADA-compliant pathways
Total site development for retail, office, and hospitality sectors focusing on minimizing business disruption and maximizing curb appeal.
Industrial Properties
Heavy-duty pavement for manufacturing and logistics
High-performance asphalt and concrete solutions specifically engineered for the weight of heavy machinery, warehouses and distribution centers.
Municipal & Public Works Projects
Roadways, curbing and drainage systems
Partnering with local government and public entities to deliver MDOT-standard infrastructure that ensures community safety and longevity.

Commercial Asphalt, Concrete & Snow Management in St Clair Shores
We help St Clair Shores property managers keep pavement, traffic flow, and winter access under control before small defects turn into bigger repair bills.
- Commercial Asphalt Paving for lots with cracking, settlement, or worn lanes that need a new surface built on sound support.
- Concrete & Curbing for broken edges, failed curbs, and trip points that keep turning into complaints and patchwork fixes.
- Commercial Snow Removal for properties that need clear drives and parking areas without piling snow where it blocks access or damages pavement.
- Parking Lot Maintenance for owners who need to stay ahead of cracks, surface wear, and minor failures before they spread.
- Site Drainage for standing water, soft spots, and runoff problems that weaken the lot from below and shorten pavement life.
Asphalt Paving Near Jefferson and 9 Mile
Asphalt Paving & Concrete Projects in St Clair Shores Neighborhoods
Our gallery shows recent work near Harper, Jefferson, and the Nine Mile corridor, where lots have to drain clean, hold their edge, and stay open under daily traffic. The map also ties back to our owner's 30-year run in construction, with each project planned from the ground up so the local record reflects real base prep, not just a finished surface.


From Our Founder
A parking lot is only as good as the base-layers beneath it. At D&J Contracting, we refuse to 'pave over' existing site problems. We engineer every project to withstand the Michigan freeze-thaw cycle by prioritizing subbase integrity and precise drainage pitch. When you build on a correct foundation, your asset lasts decades, not just seasons.
David Koback
Founder & CEO
Reviews from St Clair Shores Property Managers
Commercial clients in St Clair Shores back our work because we build pavement for load, drainage, and long service life, not just a clean finish. After 38 years in the field, their reviews reflect what holds up and what fails early.
Paving & Concrete Contractors Serving St Clair Shores
We stage work along Jefferson Avenue and near the Nautical Mile so businesses keep access while we mill, pave, and roll in tight sections. On active lots in St Clair Shores, we set haul routes to avoid blocking customer lanes, then protect curb lines and tie-ins so edges do not break down early. That keeps disruption low and lets the pavement carry traffic the way it should.

Recent Parking Lot Projects
Explore our completed parking lot paving projects throughout St Clair Shores. Each project demonstrates our commitment to quality and attention to detail.
Retail Shopping Center
D&J Contracting completed large-scale parking lot striping and ADA-compliant traffic layouts for an active commercial banking facility. The project required precise coordination of labor and materials to maintain customer access while delivering long-lasting, regulation-compliant results.
Bright Horizons
D&J Contracting performed asphalt rehabilitation and parking lot improvements for an active educational facility. The project focused on improving safety, accessibility, and long-term durability using commercial-grade materials and carefully coordinated work schedules.
Ferry Drain
This industrial infrastructure project included pavement restoration, grading, and site improvements to support drainage and long-term access. D&J delivered dependable paving services using commercial-scale equipment, skilled labor, and durable materials suited for demanding environments.
St Clair Shores Commercial Pavement Repair & Maintenance
Subgrade Controls Cost
Before we place new pavement in St Clair Shores, we treat the ground as the part that decides whether the lot holds up or starts failing from below.
- We compact weak soil until it stops moving under load. That keeps truck traffic from pumping fines to the surface, which is how small soft spots turn into broken seams and repeat patch work.
- We shape the base so water has a path out instead of sitting under the mat. Standing water feeds frost movement, and frost movement is what forces owners into early tear-out and full re-paving.
- We match thickness and support to how the lot actually gets used. A light-duty surface on a heavy-traffic lane looks fine at first, then starts raveling, cracking, and costing more every season until replacement becomes the only real fix.

38 +
Years Experience
ABOUT US
38+ Years of Michigan Experience
Michigan's unique climate presents specific challenges for asphalt paving. With extreme temperature fluctuations, harsh winters, and freeze-thaw cycles, your pavement needs to be built to last.
Freeze-Thaw Damage
Michigan weather works on pavement from the bottom up. Water finds its way through hairline cracks, open joints, and low spots, then freezes and expands. That movement pushes the surface apart and starts breaking the bond between the asphalt and the layers below it. In St Clair Shores, lots near Jefferson Avenue, 9 Mile Road, and the lakefront pick up extra moisture from snowmelt and wind-driven rain, so any weak spot in the base turns into a path for water.
We stop that cycle by building the support system first. Our prep focuses on grading for drainage, tightening soft subgrade, and placing a base that can stay firm under traffic. If water has nowhere to sit, frost heave loses its grip. That is how a parking lot keeps its shape through winter instead of opening up at the seams and needing early patch work.

St Clair Shores Paving Permits & Safety Compliance
- Start with St Clair Shores city resources so your paving schedule lines up with local review steps before crews mobilize.
- Check the Paving, Drainage, & ROW Permits page early, because curb work and runoff changes can stall a lot project if you wait until the crew is ready to pave.
- Use MissDig before excavation, since marked utilities control where we can cut, trench, and rebuild without tearing into buried lines.
Frequently Asked Questions
We're here to help with all your Asphalt Paving, Concrete and Snow Removal services.
From surface prep to final sealcoating, we provide reliable craftsmanship so your pavement stays smooth, durable, and built to last.
Get a Free Quote for Your St Clair Shores Paving Project
St Clair Shores property managers can call D&J Contracting for a free site evaluation and quote when the lot needs a hard look at subgrade, drainage, and pavement thickness before any new surface goes down. We review the site as it sits, then give you an asphalt scope built for commercial traffic and long service life.
















