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Causes of Asphalt Damage

By |2021-06-01T06:35:56+00:00June 27th, 2021|Asphalt|

Due to its affordable cost to install, low maintenance, and durability, asphalt is a preferred choice for driveways, parking lots, outdoor basketball or tennis courts, etc. Over time, however, asphalt can show signs of damage. Knowing what factors can contribute to the deterioration of asphalt can help mitigate the damage. In this article, we will

Concrete Staining: What To Know

By |2021-06-01T03:07:10+00:00June 13th, 2021|Concrete|

There was a time where people used concrete flooring in industrial buildings such as warehouses. Other than the driveway or a patio, the only other place where a home would have a concrete floor was the garage. Since concrete is inexpensive, requires little to no maintenance, and lasts a long time, concrete is becoming a

Should I Seal My Asphalt Driveway?

By |2021-05-02T01:35:15+00:00May 28th, 2021|Asphalt|

The short answer is yes. However, short answers rarely convince anybody, especially those looking to save money on their home upkeep budget. Driveway sealing is not only easy but reduces long-term maintenance costs, protecting and prolonging the life of your asphalt driveway. Asphalt is almost uniquely vulnerable to weathering and damage from automobile traffic. Asphalt

Difference Between Concrete and Cement

By |2021-05-02T01:25:16+00:00May 21st, 2021|Concrete|

Oftentimes, people will use the word cement when they mean concrete or refer to a patch of cement as concrete. They may even refer to mortar as cement. When working with professionals or planning a paving project, it is vital to know the difference. Cement is as a part of concrete. However, cement is also

Concrete Slab: Estimating the Costs

By |2021-05-02T00:36:18+00:00May 14th, 2021|Concrete|

A concrete slab is a versatile and attractive addition to many properties. Still, before you can enjoy your new patio, driveway, basketball court, or any other application, you must first understand your needs and budget your project accordingly. The average cost of concrete will fall somewhere between $4 and $8 per square foot, including labor

Common Types of Concrete Mixers

By |2021-05-02T00:27:45+00:00May 7th, 2021|Concrete|

Whatever type of construction job you're approaching, chances are it will involve concrete. Concrete is a composite material of cement and aggregates bound by water. When mixed, a pourable building material is produced that molds into whatever shape the build plan requires. In order to create quality concrete, the ingredients need to be adequately mixed.

Concrete Myths

By |2021-03-30T04:42:48+00:00April 30th, 2021|Concrete|

In the asphalt, paving, and concrete business, we meet people from all walks of life. The people we come across have different backgrounds and different experiences. Yet one common thread among them is that they, and maybe you too, believe certain concrete myths. But many times, when we talk to people, we are able to

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