Your Asphalt Project and Winter As we head into the colder months, you may be thinking about all the things you need to do around the home or office. There may be some projects that you are planning once spring rolls around. Or perhaps there are some things you can tackle even now that winter
Speed Control in Parking Lots Speed Control Devices, more commonly referred to as speed humps or speed bumps, can be a useful, even essential tool to control traffic flow on the street or in your parking lot. However, it is important to understand their differences, uses, and the local laws and regulations regarding their installation
Asphalt Care Tips for Winter If you are the proud owner of an asphalt driveway or parking lot, then you likely also want to preserve its health. With that in mind, you may be looking for some tips or tricks for preserving the lifespan of your asphalt. As it happens, this has to be looked
Whether new asphalt was just laid down in a new parking lot or driveway or it went through a recent restoration, one of the recommended steps that every asphalt contractor recommends is the process of seal coating. What is a sealcoat? What does it do? How much does it cost? In this article, we will
When hiring any contractor, it is important to do your due diligence. If you try to save money by hiring someone with less experience or uninsured, you might end up paying in the long run. In this article, we will discuss the things you should know before hiring a paving contractor. Visiting The Worksite For
At Hicks Asphalt, Pavement, and Concrete, we specialize in all three materials. Therefore, a question that we often get is what is the difference between concrete and asphalt. Although the end-use product of both materials may seem the same, and they often can be used for many of the same purposes, there are some differences
Whether it is a private driveway, commercial parking lot, or a public street, at some point, cracks will show up in the asphalt. These cracks, if left ignored, can become a bigger problem. Therefore, as soon as cracks become visible in the asphalt, we recommended fixing the problem right away or risk a bigger one
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
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
The career as an asphalt paver can have just as many hazards as any other. In 2017, two deaths on-the-job were attributed to tragedies. One, an asphalt paver rolled over a certain Jake Eiler, 58, and another where a worker named Marty Dale Whitmire was struck by falling power lines from a dump truck hitting
