West bank of St. Charles Parish
Asphalt Paving in Luling, LA
A community that quadrupled in a decade after the bridge opened.
- Free on-site estimates
- Written scope: base, thickness and drainage spelled out
- Permit questions answered before work is scheduled
Paving on the St. Charles West Bank
Asphalt paving in Luling mostly serves homes built after the Mississippi River bridge opened. Luling is a census-designated place on the west bank of the river in St. Charles Parish, at about 7 feet of elevation, with 13,716 residents in 2020. Before the Destrehan-Luling Bridge was completed in 1983, ferries connected the two sides. In 1976 the ferry George Prince was struck by a tanker and capsized, killing 78 people.
Growth after the bridge
Luling had 2,803 residents in 1990 and 11,512 in 2000, a fourfold jump as subdivisions filled in. Driveways from that growth are now 25 to 35 years old and many are due for replacement or resurfacing.
Larger lots
Many Luling homes sit on larger lots than closer-in suburbs, with longer driveways and parking pads for boats and trucks. Those areas get a thicker base where heavy loads park.
Low ground
At about 7 feet, with bayous and wetlands nearby, Luling's soil is often soft. We probe and build the base accordingly.
Local events
The Krewe of Lul has paraded since 1978, and the Rotary Club's Alligator Festival has been held every September since 1980.
Permits
Luling is unincorporated, so St. Charles Parish rules apply on parish roads, and Louisiana DOTD on state highways.
Costs
HomeGuide puts a 600-square-foot driveway at about $3,000 to $7,200 nationally. Adding a pad for a boat or trailer adds square footage and base depth.
Sealing
Once the asphalt has cured, sealing every few years keeps it from graying and raveling in the sun.
Call (504) 499-5506 or get a free estimate.
Luling Facts That Shape the Job
- Bridge-era growth. Luling grew from 2,803 residents in 1990 to 11,512 in 2000 and 13,716 in 2020.
- Ferry history. Before the Destrehan-Luling Bridge was completed in 1983, ferries crossed the river; the George Prince capsized in 1976, killing 78.
- Elevation. Luling is a CDP on the west bank of St. Charles Parish at about 7 feet of elevation.
Our Services in Luling, LA
Luling Questions
Can you build a pad for my boat?
Yes, with a thicker base where the trailer sits.
Who handles permits in Luling?
St. Charles Parish for parish roads, Louisiana DOTD for state highways.
My driveway is from the 1990s. Replace or resurface?
If the base is firm, resurfacing can work. We check first.
How long does a driveway take in Luling?
Usually one to three days, plus curing time.
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