We have previously talked about several different types of damage that your asphalt pavement can sustain. Today we continue by talking about several different varieties of the same type of damage – cracking. Cracking is one of the most widespread types of damage common in asphalt. Block Cracking Block cracking is easily identified by the
In our previous article we talked about several types of asphalt damage. Today we will continue learning about more types of asphalt damage you may be experiencing. Read on to learn about grade depressions, pavement swells, patch failures, aggregate polishing, and more. Grade Depressions This type of damage is evident in pavement that has settled
Paving experts prize asphalt for its durability and longevity. When counties properly maintain roads, the pavement lasts anywhere from 15 to 20 years. However, if not regularly inspected and maintained, that durable surface breaks down much more quickly, shortening its usable life to only 3 to 5 years. The various sources of damage vary somewhat
It is inevitable that when you spend a good portion of your time in your car, you are going to encounter damaged roadways. Whether it is cracks in the pavement or full on potholes, high traffic locations are more likely to have damage by their very nature. Counties and states are responsible for hiring contractors
If you have ever driven by a new commercial property construction site, you have likely seen part of the process of paving a new parking lot. Read on to learn all about parking lot installation, step-by-step. Step One: Preparation and Marking To start with the process begins with preparing the are where the pavement will
When it comes to asphalt, there are some elements to be aware of, as they quickly turn against your pavement. These elements effect the strength, durability, and longevity of your pavement. Even if you use the highest quality materials and the best professionals in the world, it is only a matter of time before these
It goes without saying that an asphalt paving project is an investment. Not everyone makes this investment in their lifetime, and those that do only comes across it a few times at most. So, people are unaware of the "dos and don’ts" after an asphalt paving project. Here are a few things you can do
For homeowners, maximizing usage and minimizing cost is rather important. So how can they get the most out of their asphalt? Indeed, proper asphalt maintenance ensures longevity, durability, and quality. It is true that quality and professional installation contribute to these factors. However, without maintenance your asphalt erodes over time from outside factors. The most
A good driveway changes the property value and aesthetics of your whole house. You’ll have a few different choices for driveway paving, like concrete, asphalt, and stones. Each of these types of paving have certain benefits and drawbacks. Asphalt Driveways An asphalt driveway can maintain great condition and quality for at least 10 years, and
Business owners often overlook pavement repairs, roads, and parking lots when it comes to maintenance routines. It is easy to do. It is very easy to forget things like our roads and outdoor surfaces and not put them on the annual repairs and maintenance checklist. Customers often take these outdoor areas for granted for just
