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
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
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
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
When it comes to discussing pavement there are several terms that may be confusing as to which one refers to which type of pavement. A more common confusion of terms is the difference between asphalt and blacktop. In the United States, those terms are highly interchangeable. It is easy to see where confusion arises. The
Driveways are an important part of every home’s curb appeal, so it is no surprise that people consider a wide range of options when it comes to their driveway material. A popular debate right now is asphalt vs. paving stones. Fundamentally, for many people, asphalt vs. paving stones boils down to a debate of function
Last week we began comparing and contrasting asphalt and concrete. Primarily, we focused on the installation process. The first steps for both asphalt and concrete are quite similar, but after a point, they diverge. This week we continue to explore asphalt and concrete as options for residential paving. Part Two of this series will consist
When it comes to residential paving materials, asphalt and concrete are undoubtedly the forerunners of the race. Both materials have the reputation of being long-lasting and the most reasonable budget wise. Asphalt and concrete have many similarities, but key distinguishing details that separate them from one another. Read on to compare and contrast asphalt and
