Full-Depth Reclamation

Rebuild Your Pavement from the Ground Up — Smarter, Stronger, & More Cost-Effective


As the best paving company in Chattanooga, TN, Spears Hopkins Paving Company provides full-depth reclamation (FDR) services for municipalities, commercial developments, and infrastructure projects across the Southeast. This innovative process allows us to rebuild deteriorating pavement structures by recycling the existing materials on-site, delivering a stronger, more stable foundation for new asphalt — while significantly reducing cost and material waste. Reach out to us today to get started on your full-depth reclamation project in Chattanooga, TN.

Is Full-Depth Reclamation Right for Your Project?

FDR is ideal for roads, parking lots, or commercial surfaces where both the asphalt and base layers have failed. If your pavement shows widespread cracking, rutting, or structural instability, full-depth reclamation may be the most efficient and effective long-term solution.

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What Is Full-Depth Reclamation?

Full-depth reclamation involves pulverizing the existing asphalt surface and underlying base materials into a homogenous layer. That layer is then stabilized with cement and water, compacted, and graded to form a durable new base for fresh pavement.


Instead of removing and hauling away old material, we repurpose what’s already in place — saving time, resources, and money.

The Full-Depth Reclamation Process:

  1. Pulverize – Asphalt and base materials are ground into a uniform blend
  2. Stabilize – Cement and water are mixed into the material for strength
  3. Grade & Compact – The new base is shaped, leveled, and compacted
  4. Pave – A new asphalt surface is installed on the reclaimed foundation
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Benefits of Full-Depth Reclamation

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Cost Savings

Eliminates the need for excavation, disposal, and new base materials

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Stronger Base

Stabilized subgrade creates a longer-lasting pavement structure

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Faster Turnaround

Fewer steps mean quicker project timelines

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Ideal for Failing Roads

Perfect for severely cracked or unstable pavement

Reclaim More Than Pavement — Reclaim Value


Looking to rebuild your roadway or commercial lot with a smarter, more sustainable solution? Let’s talk about whether full-depth reclamation is the right fit.


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