Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Construction Solutions in Lakewood, WA
Founded in 1977 by Gerald Gehring and Gwynn Dickson, Puget Paving has grown from a small driveway contractor into a respected family-owned business with over 45 years of experience. Our commitment to quality work, fair dealings, and community impact remains unchanged as we serve clients across Washington State. We specialize in asphalt paving, civil/underground utilities, and general contracting, leveraging in-house capabilities to deliver projects on time and within budget. Our core values of personal humility, excellence, and accountability guide every project, ensuring long-term relationships with municipalities, developers, and agencies. With modern equipment and a skilled workforce averaging 10 years of industry experience, we combine technical expertise with a dedication to safety and sustainability.Our asphalt plant in Central Pierce County enables precise quality control, while our self-performing model eliminates subcontractor dependencies. Recognized for excellence in projects like America's Car Museum and Browns Point Lighthouse Park, we maintain a 98% client retention rate through consistent communication and problem-solving. As a second-generation family business, we prioritize employee growth, with leadership teams often rising from entry-level positions. Our focus on foundational infrastructure ensures lasting value for taxpayers and private clients alike, supported by a 40+ year track record of exceeding expectations in complex environments.
Services
Asphalt Paving
Civil Utilities
General Contracting
Municipal Projects
Site Preparation
Road Maintenance
ADA Upgrades
Parking Lot Repaving
Infrastructure Development
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of specialized expertise in Pacific Northwest infrastructure projects
- Our self-performing model ensures direct accountability for all project phases
- Experienced crews average 10 years in the construction industry
- We maintain strict quality control through in-house asphalt production
- Proven track record with complex municipal projects like Pierce County Overlay Program
What people say
Quality asphalt work
Professional communication
Completed on schedule
Exceeded expectations
Positive community impact
Services
Asphalt Paving
Our asphalt paving service combines experienced crews with state-of-the-art equipment to deliver durable road surfaces for municipal and private clients. We handle projects from small parking lots to major highway segments, maintaining strict quality control through our Central Pierce County asphalt plant. With 45 years of regional expertise, we ensure long-lasting results that meet evolving infrastructure demands.
Civil Utilities
We specialize in installing storm and sanitary sewers, water mains, and utility systems that form the foundation for successful paving projects. Our civil crews handle soil excavation, grading, and compaction to prepare sites for road construction while maintaining compliance with all regulatory standards. This comprehensive approach ensures seamless integration of underground systems with surface improvements.
General Contracting
As a full-service general contractor, we coordinate all aspects of site preparation and construction projects. Our in-house capabilities eliminate subcontractor dependencies, allowing tighter scheduling control and cost efficiency for clients ranging from school districts to logistics companies. This integrated approach maintains consistent quality standards across every project phase.
Municipal Infrastructure
We execute complex municipal projects including road overlays, ADA-compliant park upgrades, and utility installations for government agencies. Our experience with public-sector requirements ensures compliance with bidding processes, regulatory standards, and community impact considerations while maintaining budgetary discipline and schedule commitments.
Parking Lot Repaving
We provide complete parking lot solutions from initial milling to final striping for commercial properties and cultural institutions. Our work at locations like America's Car Museum demonstrates our ability to deliver high-visibility projects with minimal disruption to operations while meeting strict aesthetic and functional requirements.
People
Gunnar Gehring
Co-President
Second-generation leader with deep industry knowledge, overseeing operations and strategic direction while maintaining family commitment to quality and community impact.
Stefan Gehring
Co-President
Co-leader focused on maintaining company values while driving innovation in equipment and processes to enhance project delivery capabilities.
Skyler Chaney
Estimator/Project Manager
Licensed professional engineer managing complex projects, ensuring technical excellence and adherence to budgetary and scheduling requirements for municipal clients.
Jake Gehring
Estimator/Project Manager
Project lead combining technical expertise with client communication skills to deliver successful outcomes for commercial and industrial developments.
Josh Nobles
Equipment/Facilities Manager
Operations specialist maintaining cutting-edge equipment fleet and facilities to support efficient project execution across diverse construction environments.
Questions
What construction services does Puget Paving offer?
We provide asphalt paving, civil utilities installation, and general contracting services for municipal, commercial, and industrial clients across Washington State.
How long has Puget Paving been in business?
We've delivered quality construction solutions since 1977, maintaining family ownership and operational excellence for over 45 years.
Can you handle complex municipal projects?
Yes, our experience includes challenging public works like the Pierce County Overlay Program and Browns Point Lighthouse Park upgrades.
Do you self-perform construction work?
We maintain full in-house capabilities for asphalt production, paving, utilities, and site preparation to ensure quality control and schedule adherence.
What areas do you serve?
Our primary service area includes Pierce County and surrounding regions, with notable projects in Tacoma, Lakewood, and Yelm.
How do you ensure project quality?
Through experienced crews, modern equipment, in-house quality control labs, and adherence to strict construction standards for all projects.
