Many people have heard of asphalt raveling which happens when the entire surface of asphalt starts to literally fall apart. However, there are fewer people that know what asphalt stripping is and what can be done about it. This asphalt issue is one that can be frustrating and expensive to repair. Andersen Asphalt & Striping…
Some of the common types of asphalt problems most people know about are potholes and cracking. However, not too many people are aware of asphalt “bleeding”. Asphalt bleeding is a type of asphalt distress that not only compromises the asphalt but can also be a major hazard to all of the drivers on the road.…
As a business owner, it isn’t only important to keep your building maintained, but the parking lot your employees and customers are using each day as well. Over time, asphalt can start to show signs of wear and tear that can be fixed with sealcoating. However, when you have your parking lot sealcoated, there is…
For those who are responsible for maintaining a parking lot or roads that require stripe markings, you know it is a major battle to maintain the asphalt’s paint. The markings, or also known as striping, on pavement helps to direct traffic and enhance pedestrian safety. When the markings fade it can be hard to park…
As your asphalt ages, there are several things that can start to happen. You may experience potholes, cracks, bulges and more. Anytime you have anything go wrong with your asphalt, it can leave you wondering what your next step is. There are many issues that can be solved with asphalt repairs, but some may require…
Pavement distress occurs in several forms including cracking, deformations and deterioration. These types of distresses indicate how efficient your asphalt pavement is performing and how much longer you can expect it to endure. Pavement distress can be caused by several factors, including traffic, environment, climate, drainage, defective materials, construction, and external factors such as utility…
As a business owner, you have the responsibility to not only care for and maintain the building that your business is in but the parking lot as well. Over time, you may notice that your parking lot starts to look less that desirable. This is normal with wear and tear on the asphalt. However, if…
There are many issues that inflict roads, and among the most common problems include potholes. Areas of road surface that have cracked, worn away, and eventually formed a hole are known as a pothole. Usually, potholes begin as tiny cracks and when they are not fixed right away, they grow bigger, and eventually into potholes.…
Asphalt distress can lead to major problems if not corrected early on. Signs of asphalt stress can vary and is important to know what to look for. You can prevent major asphalt damages if you are able to identify signs of asphalt distress. Andersen Asphalt & Striping will share some of the common signs of…
When you have asphalt that is 8 to 10 years old, you will want to consider resurfacing the asphalt. Asphalt needs maintenance especially once the asphalt reaches a certain age. There are many different needs that asphalt will develop over time. Asphalt resurfacing can correct many different asphalt problems. Andersen Asphalt & Striping will share…
