Cold Mix Asphalt is when they mix the asphalt with water and usually soap. It makes the asphalt less sticky that other methods, and makes it easier to work with. This is usually used for patch jobs, like potholes in your parking lot.
Traffic control is an issue during highway construction. Traffic pattern surveys will need to be conducted to determine peak and off times, and then lane closures will be adjusted to accommodate these fluctuations.
Parking lot pavement failures associated with water in the subgrades are accelerated in an untreated aggregate base allows water to enter the pavement structure. This is why a proper drainage system is so vital to the long-term durability of the lot.
There are several important aspects to laying a new driveway. Among these are the depth of the compacted asphalt and the inches of aggregate, the dimensions of the drive, and the hot mix that will be used. We will gladly explain how they affect the quality of work.
It’s important to remember that not all paving work has to cost a small fortune. If we have ways to help you keep costs down during your project, we’re always willing to share those with you.
Paving asphalt is technically called asphalt concrete. This is because concrete refers to any material that is made of aggregate bonded with a binder. What we normally call concrete is a cement concrete specifically made with Portland cement as binder, instead of asphalt.
Did you know that a properly installed asphalt driveway can last anywhere from fifteen to twenty-five years if properly maintained? However, certain factors such as extreme weather conditions and extra-heavy loads can shorten the lifespan.
We recognize injured golfers aren’t people that will be spending much time or money on your golf course until they heal. If you’ve noticed an increase in injuries on your course lately, it’s wise to have any issues with golf cart paths corrected right away.
It’s important to remember that saving money isn’t everything when it comes to paving a new driveway on your property. While asphalt may be inexpensive, it can also require more maintenance than other materials. Concrete may provide the best combination of durability and affordability.
It’s important to remember that a treacherous parking lot isn’t something that invites your customers to come by to do business. Keeping your parking lot in good repair will ensure that your customers don’t have to worry about vehicle damage or personal injury when they come to see you.
In a cold climate where salt is used to melt ice off driveways during the winter, asphalt adapts to the environment and won't be damaged. Snow actually melts off asphalt on its own because the black surface retains the sun's heat.
Specialty fairway grass will need all of the help it can get to take root and establish itself on a course. In order to help it flourish, golf cart paths can be installed around the perimeter of the course to cut down on course traffic.
In 1595, on his third voyage to Trinidad, Sir Walter Raleigh discovered a massive asphalt lake. The asphalt from Lake Trinidad would later be used to pave a number of roads in the U.S., including Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington D.C.
Flexible pavements are asphalt or bituminous pavements and are the most commonly types of roadways in the United States. The term "flexible" refers to the flexible composition, which allows the total pavement structure to bend to accommodate traffic loads.
If you would like to lay down a new driveway where one does not exist, there are a few things you should do first. Check with the utility companies to make sure there is nothing under the designated area and check the property boundary – you do not want to accidentally pave your neighbor’s land.
Not sure of the strength of pavement you are going to need for your roadway project? The general rule of thumb is to design a road to accommodate the largest vehicle that’s going to use the road under normal operations.
For many golfers, a trip to the course is an opportunity to socialize and relax with friends over a few drinks in between holes. Providing paved golf cart paths can help to ensure a safe and fun time for even those people operating their golf carts after a couple of drinks.
While asphalt use has really taken off in the last century, its use as an adhesive or binder goes back thousands of years. Historical records have it being used for waterproofing, ship caulking, and even as mortar for walls in Babylon.
Although cobblestone walkways can look nice leading to your retail center, you may find that their beauty doesn’t justify the cost. Let’s talk about the type of foot traffic you expect to have and whether cobblestones will be durable enough to last.
Full depth crack repair involves milling a trench centered over an existing crack. Hot mix asphalt is then placed into the reservoir in one or more lifts and then compacted to achieve ideal density for the road application.
One benefit of asphalt paving for driveways is that its black color means that it draws and retains more of the sun’s heat. This is especially helpful in winter, as it means that the snow will be able to melt faster than it would on other surfaces.
Places like city halls and courthouses can require an incredible amount of parking for both employees and people visiting. Fortunately, you don't need a special parking lot paver. The same paving expert who does your roadways can help give you a perfect parking lot.