Being held together with a binder, asphalt is made out of aggregates like crushed rock, sand, and gravel. When the temperature changes, the liquid substance that gives the material flexibility to expand and contract is the binder. UV rays and temperature fluctuations cause the asphalt to dry out over time, which makes it more brittle.…
Being widely popular in construction projects for residential and commercial properties, asphalt pavement is frequently used. With regular maintenance, this durable substance has a long lifespan of upwards of 25 years and can easily withstand external elements like heat, hail, ice, and rainfall. Today, we at Andersen Asphalt & Striping would like to explain the…
There are a lot of different types of problems that can develop on asphalt. Asphalt can develop potholes, cracks, and raveling. When asphalt develops a problem, it is important to repair the asphalt right away. Additionally, you will need to determine the cause or source of the asphalt damage and work to prevent them. Today,…
Even though most people don’t realize it, there are several different types of asphalt out there that are used in many different settings. When most of us think about asphalt, we think about the roads that we drive on or parking lots. However, there are different types of asphalt that are needed for different settings.…
Asphalt is used everywhere! Asphalt is used for our parking lots, roads and driveways. Asphalt has been used for a long time and even forms naturally. There are a lot of unknown and interesting facts about asphalt. As there are a lot of interesting facts about asphalt, Andersen Asphalt & Striping would like to share…
Being very durable, asphalt is tough. For its rugged durability and ease of re-surfacing, sealcoating, and even re-paving, it is used in commercial applications, parking lots, and driveways across the country. Asphalt does require maintenance to upkeep, despite being tough and reliable. Otherwise, there will be some cause some minor inconveniences for the folks that…
If you own and run your own business, you know how much work it can be to be successful. It is a lot of time and energy. The last thing that you want is your parking lot to be deterring your customers from visiting your business. When your parking lot looks unsightly, it can do…
To ensure your investment lasts, you want to make sure your asphalt is well-taken care of, whether if it is used in a commercial setting or on private property. In order to help you increase the lifespan of your asphalt, we at Andersen Asphalt & Striping would like to share some tips and recommendations. Drainage…
For those that are in need of parking lot maintenance, seal coating, or the process of applying a protective coating on top of pavement, could be the answer you’re looking for. This process can provide many benefits for your parking lot or pavement surface. While there is a cost involved with seal coating, there are…
Most people are vaguely familiar with parking lot lines. They know to park in between the lines and the various other stripe markings. These parking stripes are critical to organization and safety. Today, we at Andersen Asphalt & Striping would like to share the basics of parking lot striping. Basic Pavement Striping Markings The lines…
