59/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 143 Google reviews, the most in Johnston.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Paving Contractors in Johnston, IA (2026)
31 paving contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Johnston: Nolte and Sons Lawn and Irrigation, CR Score 59/100; 4.7★ from 143 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Asphalt Repair Service Of Des Moines, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 31.
- 13
Most-reviewed: I-80 Design, 133 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 31 ranked after Nolte and Sons Lawn and Irrigation; ranked #13.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
31 Johnston paving contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 6 are open 24/7, 13 open Saturdays and 7 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 31 rated businesses.
Top 10 paving contractors in Johnston at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nolte and Sons Lawn and Irrigation | 59 | 4.7★ (143) | Ankeny, 7 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Asphalt Repair Service Of Des Moines | 59 | 4.7★ (12) | Des Moines, 6 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | D and R Asphalt | 58 | 5.0★ (14) | Des Moines, 5 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Quality Striping Inc | 55 | 4.6★ (10) | Des Moines, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Urbandale City Public Works | 55 | 4.3★ (9) | Urbandale, 5 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Blackford Inc | 55 | 5.0★ (33) | West Des Moines, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | InRoads Paving | 55 | 4.5★ (23) | Des Moines, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Des Moines Asphalt and Paving, a CRH Company | 54 | 4.0★ (4) | Johnston | — | — |
| 9 | G & H Asphalt Corp | 54 | 4.7★ (11) | Des Moines, 10 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 10 | DSM Asphalt &repair | 54 | 5.0★ (6) | West Des Moines, 4 mi away | Sat | — |
The 31 best paving contractors in Johnston, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Des Moines, 6 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Asphalt contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Des Moines, 5 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Paving contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Des Moines, 6 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Paving contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Urbandale, 5 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Paving contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in West Des Moines, 9 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Des Moines, 6 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Paving contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Johnston
54/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Asphalt contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Des Moines, 10 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Asphalt contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in West Des Moines, 4 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Paving contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Des Moines, 5 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Paving contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Ames, 24 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 81 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#13 I-80 Design
Based in Clive, 7 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 133 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Des Moines, 6 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Paving contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Clive, 9 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 28 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Clive, 6 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Paving contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Waukee, 13 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 33 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Norwalk, 10 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Indianola, 22 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Paving contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Ankeny, 7 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Asphalt contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#21 Speck USA
Based in West Des Moines, 11 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.2★ from 60 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Altoona, 17 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Indianola, 23 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Concrete contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Des Moines, 17 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Norwalk, 3 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Line marking service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
All 31 paving contractors
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #31, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | The Driveway Company | 47 | 3.2★ (40) | 4 mi |
| 27 | Belieu Concrete | 46 | 5.0★ (5) | 13 mi |
| 28 | Paragon Concrete | 46 | 5.0★ (5) | 6 mi |
| 29 | Construction Materials Inc/ CMI | 45 | 4.8★ (5) | 6 mi |
| 30 | Professional Contracting Services | 45 | 3.8★ (4) | 5 mi |
| 31 | Cooper and Sons, Inc. | 42 | 3.4★ (22) | 25 mi |
Also serving Johnston
20 more paving contractors within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Acme Paving | 6 mi | |
| Advanced Asphalt | 3.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Classic Pavers | 6 mi | |
| DSM Pavers | 3 mi | |
| Hallett Materials | 7 mi | |
| Heartland Outdoor Services, L.L.C. | 4 mi | |
| Henningsen Construction Inc | 8 mi | |
| Iowa Concrete Paving Association | 7 mi | |
| Johnston Public Works | 5.0★ (1) | In Johnston |
| LineWorks Striping Company, LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 4 mi |
| Mid-Iowa Enterprises LLC | 1.0★ (1) | 25 mi |
| Midwest paving and sealcoating | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Paco's Construction LLC | 3.0★ (2) | 24 mi |
| Paco's Construction LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 6 mi |
| Paver Installation Pros Des Moines | 9 mi | |
| PLS Paving | 5.0★ (1) | 5 mi |
| Reader's Contracting L.L.C. | 5.0★ (1) | 25 mi |
| StraightLine Striping & Sealing LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 14 mi |
| Topline Construction | 7 mi | |
| Viewpoint Handy Home Construction | 4 mi |
How we ranked Johnston paving contractors
We scored 31 Johnston paving contractors on ten factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 3, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Johnston data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
Paving contractors in Johnston: frequently asked questions
Who is the best paving contractor in Johnston?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked paving contractor in Johnston, IA is Nolte and Sons Lawn and Irrigation with a CR Score of 59/100. It has 4.7★ from 143 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Asphalt Repair Service Of Des Moines (#2) and D and R Asphalt (#3) follow. We ranked 31 paving contractors on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many paving contractors are there in Johnston?
ContractorsRanked ranks 31 paving contractors serving Johnston, IA. 1 of them is based in Johnston; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which paving contractors in Johnston are open 24/7?
6 ranked paving contractors in Johnston post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Nolte and Sons Lawn and Irrigation (#1), Asphalt Repair Service Of Des Moines (#2) and Blackford Inc (#6). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which paving contractors in Johnston work on weekends?
13 of 31 ranked paving contractors post Saturday hours and 7 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Nolte and Sons Lawn and Irrigation (#1), Asphalt Repair Service Of Des Moines (#2) and D and R Asphalt (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Johnston paving contractors have?
The median Google rating among 31 rated paving contractors in Johnston is 4.7★, with a median of 12 reviews. Nolte and Sons Lawn and Irrigation has the most, 143 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank paving contractors?
Each paving contractor gets a 0–100 CR Score from ten published factors, led by reputation (25%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and trade focus (10%). A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do paving contractors outside Johnston count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Johnston city center, our service radius for paving contractors. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Can paving contractors pay to rank higher on ContractorsRanked?
No. The CR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured businesses may appear above the list, labelled Featured and showing their honest rank.
Update log for Johnston
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 31 paving contractors serving Johnston.
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