Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Asphalt Paving Services in Chicago
Bigane Paving has been a trusted name in Chicago's construction industry since 1907. Founded as a coal delivery service, we evolved into a full-service asphalt paving company while maintaining our commitment to quality and client satisfaction. Our fourth-generation family leadership ensures continuity in values while embracing innovation like recycled asphalt solutions. With over a century of combined field experience, our team delivers municipal, commercial, and industrial projects on time and within budget.We distinguish ourselves through vertical integration, owning Ogden Avenue Materials asphalt plant to ensure material quality control. Our collaborative approach involves every stakeholder from project inception to completion, supported by full-time quality control personnel monitoring every job phase. This heritage of excellence, combined with modern techniques, positions us as Chicago's premier paving partner for infrastructure improvements, streetscapes, and parking lot projects.
Services
Asphalt Paving
Cold Milling
Green Asphalt
Site Development
Excavation
Details
- Year established: 1907
Highlights and features
- Fourth-generation family-owned business since 1907
- Over 100 years of combined field experience
- Owns Ogden Avenue Materials asphalt production facility
- Specialize in recycled 'green' asphalt solutions
- Guarantee on-time, on-budget project delivery
What people say
On-time delivery
Quality craftsmanship
Professional team
Competitive pricing
Sustainable solutions
Services
Asphalt Paving
Our asphalt paving service delivers durable road surfaces using premium hot mix asphalt. With 25+ years of field experience, we handle municipal streets, commercial parking lots, and industrial sites. Full-time quality control ensures optimal compaction and longevity. Projects benefit from our vertical integration with Ogden Avenue Materials plant.
Cold Milling
Precision cold milling removes existing pavement layers to prepare surfaces for resurfacing. Our advanced equipment achieves exact depth specifications while recycling removed material. This cost-effective solution extends infrastructure lifespan and improves drainage patterns on Chicago-area roads.
Green Asphalt
Environmentally responsible paving solutions incorporating recycled materials. Our porous asphalt systems reduce stormwater runoff while maintaining structural integrity. This sustainable approach meets modern infrastructure demands without compromising quality or performance standards.
Site Development
Comprehensive site development services from grading to final paving. We coordinate all phases including utilities, drainage, and concrete work. Our team manages Chicago-area commercial developments and municipal projects with strict adherence to timelines and budget parameters.
Excavation
Full-scale excavation services for new construction and infrastructure upgrades. Our equipment fleet handles large-volume earth moving while preserving subsurface utilities. Experienced operators ensure proper grading and compaction to support durable paving foundations.
People
John Gross
Vice-President
With 25+ years in asphalt operations, John oversees daily project execution. His field expertise ensures technical excellence while maintaining client communication throughout project lifecycles.
Jim Demos
CFO
Jim manages financial operations with a focus on cost control and budget transparency. His 20-year tenure ensures fiscal responsibility while supporting business growth initiatives.
Jose Carreno
Chief Estimator
Leading pre-construction planning, Jose provides accurate cost projections using advanced modeling tools. His 18 years of experience ensure competitive bids without compromising quality standards.
Efren Magana
Project Manager
Efren coordinates multi-phase projects from scheduling to completion. His hands-on approach and 15 years of field experience guarantee seamless execution of complex municipal infrastructure improvements.
Scott Gerretse
Project Superintendent
Overseeing daily operations, Scott ensures safety compliance and quality control. With 22 years in paving supervision, he maintains Bigane's reputation for on-time delivery of commercial projects.
Questions
What paving services do you offer in Chicago?
We provide asphalt paving, cold milling, green asphalt solutions, site development, and excavation services for municipal, commercial, and industrial clients.
How long has Bigane been in business?
Since 1907, making us Chicago's longest-operating paving company with fourth-generation family leadership.
Do you handle large-scale infrastructure projects?
Yes, our team manages municipal roadways, industrial sites, and commercial developments across the Chicago region.
What makes your asphalt solutions unique?
We offer recycled 'green' asphalt with porous properties, combining sustainability with durability for modern infrastructure needs.
How do you ensure project quality?
Full-time quality control staff monitor every phase, from material production at our owned plant to final compaction checks.
