Clark is a suburban township in the middle of Union County, close to Rahway and Cranford, with the Garden State Parkway running through it. Most of its housing went up in the building boom of the 1950s and 1960s: brick and frame ranches, Cape Cods, bi-levels and split-levels set on neat, mostly level lots. That gives Clark a uniform feel, and it also means many homes still have driveways, walks and patios from that era that have reached the end of their life.
Driveways first
The driveway is the biggest surface on most Clark lots, and original slabs from decades ago tend to show the same problems: cracks spreading from the corners, a sunken section near the garage and a broken apron at the curb. We tear out and replace concrete and asphalt driveways on a compacted stone base, or install pavers if you want a border or a different color. Widening a narrow drive for a second car is a common request on these lots.
Front walks and low entries
Ranches and Cape Cods usually have a short front walk and only two or three steps. That makes them good candidates for an upgrade without a huge project. A new walk in pavers, stamped concrete or plain broom-finished concrete, paired with rebuilt steps, can change how the whole house looks from the street.
Backyards built for use
Level lots make Clark backyards easy to work with. A patio or walkway can run straight off the back door, wrap down the side yard to the driveway and leave room for a grill station or fire pit. Flat ground also has a downside: water has nowhere obvious to go. We build in pitch and check where downspouts empty before setting the final grade.
Quick checklist
- Measure the cars you park, not just the current driveway width.
- Note where puddles form after rain.
- Ask the township about apron and curb rules before widening.
- Decide early if you want pavers or concrete, since the base prep differs.
Clark borders Cranford, Rahway and Winfield, and we work throughout Union County. To price a new driveway or patio, request a free estimate.
