Hot Mix Asphalt
The Only Year-Round Hot Mix Asphalt Operation in CNY
When other asphalt plants close for winter, Cornerstone Paving stays open. We offer fresh hot mix asphalt 12 months a year across Syracuse NY, Utica NY, Rome NY, Watertown NY, and all of Central New York. No waiting until spring. No settling for temporary fixes. Real hot mix, delivered hot, even in January.
Order today, get material today. Our heated storage facility keeps 80+ tons ready for same-day delivery.
Why Hot Mix Asphalt Beats Cold Patch Every Time
If you've been stuck using cold patch asphalt during winter, you already know the problem. It fails. It doesn't bond right, it settles unevenly, and come spring, you're redoing the same repair.
How Does Hot Mix Asphalt Compare With Cold Patch Asphalt?
| Hot Mix Asphalt | Cold Patch Asphalt | |
| Lifespan | Can last 20+ years when installed correctly | 1-2 years typical |
| Environmental Impact | Same as plants' mix | Mix contains heavy solvents and diesel fuel that get released into environment |
| Bond Quality | Permanent, seamless integration | Temporary, mechanical bond only |
| Winter Performance | Holds up in freeze-thaw cycles | Often fails during freeze-thaw |
| Rework Needed | One and done | Requires replacement quickly |
If you want a fix that lasts, hot mix asphalt is the only real answer. Now, you can get hot mix asphalt near Syracuse, NY year-round from Cornerstone Paving.
Free sample loads available for qualified contractors. Try our winter hot mix on your next project and see the difference yourself.
How We Produce Hot Mix Asphalt in Winter
While other asphalt plants close for the season, we've built a complete system for manufacturing and delivering hot mix asphalt year-round. Here's what makes it work:
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Heated Storage Facility - Our on-site facility maintains 80+ tons of hot mix asphalt at 350 degrees. This heated storage lets us handle surge demand during morning hours and keep material ready for quick loading. When winter days are short, you can't waste time waiting for material.
- Cold Weather Formulations - We've spent years developing recycled asphalt blends specifically engineered for Central New York's winter conditions. Our mixes include light oil packages that improve workability in cold weather, we amend asphalt cement content when necessary.
- Insulated Delivery Fleet - We operate heated hotboxes and insulated dump trucks (5500-sized dump trucks to full size tri-axle dumps) equipped with thermal blankets for maximum heat retention. The material arrives at your site hot and ready to install.
The result? When you need emergency asphalt repair or have an urgent winter project, we're operational. While other contractors reopen in April facing six-week backlogs, your work is already complete.
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About Our Process
This didn't happen overnight. We started with a simple idea: what if we could make small batches of hot mix for winter repairs? The goal was material strong enough for real use, at a scale that made sense for off-season work.
Early testing was done by hand, then moved to small cement mixers. We tested every feedstock available locally: virgin aggregate with fresh asphalt cement, asphalt millings, chunks from dig-outs, plant tailings, and other manufacturing byproducts. We studied mix designs from cold European climates where 80-90% recycled asphalt pavement (RAP) has been used successfully for decades.
After several seasons and countless tests, we landed on products that are strong, workable, and suited to Central New York's climate while staying economically feasible.
All our mixes have been third-party lab tested. When compared to traditional DOT-approved hot mix asphalt, our winter hot mix is a usable substitute in most applications.
Hot Mix Asphalt Products We Offer
High Performance Mix
Best for permanent installations. This is our engineered blend of virgin and recycled hot mix asphalt (also called green asphalt or recycled asphalt). It's designed to be permanently installed with proper durability for Central New York's freeze-thaw cycles.
- Permanent when installed correctly in adequate weather
- Asphalt cement content measured and adjusted for strength/durability
- Available as fine top course or coarser base layer material
- Best value for material strength vs. cost
Ideal for:
- Utility trench restoration (water, sewer, gas, electric)
- Municipal road cuts and road repairs
- Parking lot maintenance
- Driveway aprons
- Emergency highway repair
100% Virgin Mix Asphalt
For projects with strict specifications. Unused, leftover virgin asphalt from plant production, separated by mix type and gently reheated through our proprietary process without damaging the oil content.
- Available as 9.5mm top course or 19mm base course
- Meets stringent DOT and municipal specifications
- Ideal when specs require virgin material
Hot Patch Mix
Our most economical option. This is 100% recycled hot mix asphalt, used in place of traditional cold patch. Much easier to work with than cold patch asphalt and stronger too.
- Cheaper than cold patch and WAY easier to handle
- Better for the environment (100% recycled, no harsh chemicals)
- Fine enough for surface course applications
- Much better drivability than cold patch asphalt
- Stronger and longer-lasting than traditional cold patch
- Can be permanent in low-volume areas
Hot Mix Asphalt Delivery Options for Every Project Size
We handle orders from 1 ton to 150 tons daily. Large orders need advance notice and depend on weather conditions.
Our fleet includes:
- 4-ton heated hotbox trailers
- 1-ton insulated dump trucks
- 6-wheel insulated dump trucks
- Full-size tri-axle dump trucks
All non-heated bodies use insulated thermal blankets for maximum heat retention. We get your blacktop to the jobsite hot and ready to work.
FREE Hot Mix Asphalt Samples for Qualified Contractors
Skeptical? We get it. Hot mix asphalt in winter sounds too good to be true.
That's why we offer free sample loads to reputable contractors. Try it on your next project. See how it installs, watch how it performs, compare it to cold patch. If you're doing winter work in Syracuse, NY or anywhere in Central New York, let us prove what our material can do.
Contact us to see if you qualify for a free sample of our hot mix asphalt.
Hot Mix Asphalt Pricing & How to Order
Pricing is based on project volume and delivery requirements. Call us at (315) 663-4498 or (315) 506-2322 for current hot mix asphalt pricing near Syracuse, NY.
All trucking is billed hourly, portal to portal (includes travel time and truck clean-out).
Cash and carry orders must be paid at delivery. We accept business checks, all major credit cards, and cash. Credit accounts must be set up and approved in advance.
Order today, get material today. That's the advantage of working with the only year-round asphalt plant near Syracuse, NY.
The Local, Convenient Choice for Hot Mix Asphalt
Based in Central New York, our hot mix asphalt is great for contractors in regions near Syracuse, NY, such as:
- Utica, NY
- Rome, NY
- Watertown, NY
- Auburn, NY
- Oswego, NY
- And surrounding Central New York areas
Upgrade Your Paving Capabilities With Year-Round, Fresh Hot Mix Asphalt
Call (315) 663-4498 or (315) 506-2322 for immediate pricing and availability, or fill out our secure contact form.
Don't let winter shut down your paving projects. Don't waste money on cold patch asphalt that fails by spring. Get real hot mix asphalt when you need it.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hot Mix Asphalt
Can you lay asphalt in the winter?
Yes. With proper materials, heated storage, the right delivery equipment and weather window, you can lay hot mix asphalt during winter months. We've engineered our facility and formulations specifically for cold weather installation. Recent mild winters have extended the paving season even further. Small to medium projects that used to wait until spring can now be completed in January or February when conditions allow.
Pave Through Winter With Hot Mix Asphalt
Why do asphalt plants close for winter?
Large asphalt plants cannot do the volume required to maintain overhead. Asphalt plants also use winter for annual maintenance. We've solved these challenges with heated storage, specialized winter mixes, and small-batch production.
When do asphalt plants close for the winter?
Most asphalt plants in Central New York close around Thanksgiving and don't reopen until April 1st. That's 4-5 months of downtime. Cornerstone Paving operates 12 months a year.
Is recycled asphalt as good as virgin hot mix asphalt?
When properly mixed and installed, recycled asphalt (sometimes called green asphalt) performs excellently. Our High Performance Mix combines virgin and recycled materials for the best strength-to-cost ratio. Many DOT specifications now allow high-percentage RAP mixes because the technology has improved dramatically.
What's the difference between cold patch and hot mix asphalt?
Cold patch asphalt is pre-mixed material that can be applied without heating. It's convenient but temporary. Hot mix asphalt is manufactured at 300+ degrees and must be installed hot. It bonds permanently to existing pavement and lasts 10-20 times longer than cold patch. Hot mix costs less per ton but requires equipment and proper installation.
How long does winter hot mix asphalt last?
When installed correctly in adequate conditions, our winter hot mix asphalt performs just as well as warm-weather installations. Expect 20+ year lifespan for properly maintained surfaces. Compare that to 1-2 years for cold patch.
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What's the minimum order size?
We can accommodate orders as small as 1 ton. Perfect for small repairs, utility cuts, or testing our material.
Do you offer emergency asphalt repair services?
Yes. We provide emergency pothole repair and urgent asphalt work year-round. Call (315) 663-4498 or (315) 506-2322 for same-day service availability.
What makes your hot patch mix different from store-bought cold patch asphalt?
Our Hot Patch Mix is actual hot mix asphalt that's 100% recycled. It's manufactured hot and delivered hot, just like our other products. It's not cold patch with chemicals and solvents. It installs easier, lasts longer, costs less per pound, and performs better than traditional cold patch asphalt products.
How much does winter hot mix asphalt cost?
Pricing varies based on mix type, project volume, and delivery requirements. Call us at (315) 663-4498 for current pricing. Remember to factor in the total cost: hot mix may cost more upfront than cold patch, but you won't be redoing the repair in spring.
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What areas do you deliver to?
We serve all of Central New York from our Syracuse location, including Utica, Rome, Watertown, Auburn, Oswego, and surrounding communities.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept business checks, all major credit cards, and cash for cash-and-carry orders paid at delivery. Credit accounts can be set up with advance approval.
Can I get a free sample?
Qualified contractors can receive free sample loads. Contact us to discuss your project and see if you qualify.
