61Mark Buckland is a Paving Specialist and the CEO of Houston Asphalt, headquartered in Macon, GA. He is a third-generation paver who perfected his skills early, working alongside his family before founding his company in 1991. Over the past three decades, Houston Asphalt has become a top provider of asphalt paving and seal coating, serving a diverse clientele that includes commercial, residential, and industrial sectors seeking high-quality paving services.
He is recognized for his extensive knowledge of asphalt's advantages over concrete. Asphalt is more cost-effective and easier to maintain than concrete but has higher initial costs. Mark frequently discusses how asphalt’s flexibility allows it to handle better ground movements caused by heavy vehicle traffic, soil expansion after rains, or freeze/thaw cycles, which can damage concrete surfaces.
The effectiveness of his paving services significantly enhances the performance and lifespan of the driveways and parking lots installed by his company. He pays close attention to ambient temperature and humidity, employing a uniform and precise rolling pattern to achieve a smooth and consistent surface. Houston Asphalt is known for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
1991 Mark launched Houston Asphalt Corporate Management Services after obtaining all necessary licenses, permits, and liability insurance to protect his business, clients, and staff. He has always aimed to provide the highest-quality surface paving, maintenance, and resurfacing services at competitive prices.
He developed a business model that targets larger clients to grow his trade into a thriving business. His company's services include paving driveways, roadways, retail parking lots, and facilities for churches, subdivisions, and apartment complexes.
Houston Asphalt also offers supplementary services like pothole repairs, line striping, and sealing, which not only enhance the appearance but also extend the durability of the pavement.
He established a robust commercial asphalt paving venture using the knowledge he acquired from his family’s paving business in Georgia. His reputation as a dependable contractor quickly earned him the trust of significant commercial property owners across the Southeastern U.S., leading to numerous awards for ‘Best in Business’ and ‘Best in Customer Satisfaction’ over the years.
As a successful businessman and skilled tradesman, Mark expanded Houston Asphalt to take on larger, more complex projects. This expansion has required upgrading equipment and increasing manpower to ensure projects are completed efficiently and within budget. He continuously updates his equipment to keep up with technological advancements and project demands.
His success as a commercial paver is primarily attributed to his decades of experience accurately estimating project costs, a critical aspect that can determine the viability of a service company. Instead of just providing services, he forms partnerships with clients by designing maintenance programs that fit their budgets and meet their future needs, helping them save on resurfacing costs while maintaining a professional appearance.
Mark Buckland’s commitment to high operational standards has significantly contributed to the success of Houston Asphalt. He stays updated on the latest industry best practices and ensures all projects are structurally sound and safe by hiring foremen with civil engineering expertise. As technology has evolved, so has he, adopting decorative paving services like stamped asphalt. This popular technique adds beautiful patterns to walkways and driveways, mimicking the appearance of brick, slate, or stone. These stamped surfaces are attractive but low-maintenance, durable, and cost-effective, offering property owners an affordable solution for enhancing their landscapes. Mark's decision aims to create low-maintenance, well-constructed, and long-lasting surfaces. He ensures that every employee he hires is state-certified, customer-friendly, and drug-free, upholding the highest quality and safety standards in every project.