Asphalt roads and parking lots will last much longer with proper maintenance and repairs. Identifying the need for asphalt repairs is essential for the asphalt’s longevity. When the need for repairs goes unnoticed this will simply lead to total asphalt replacement. Replacing asphalt is much more costly and takes more time than repairs. For those…
There are several issues that can arise when it comes to asphalt. While each of them poses their own set of problems, some of them are far worse than others. One asphalt problem we would like to mention today is asphalt raveling. Andersen Asphalt & Striping is here to talk about what raveling is as…
When you need to control traffic speed, especially in a parking area, residential community, or school zones, sometimes you need to install speed control devices. The two more effective speed devices are speed humps and speed bumps. Often people think that speed bumps and speed humps are the same thing. However, they are different and…
When the asphalt you are responsible for begins to crumble and breaks down, you may wonder whether or not the asphalt can be repaired or if it will need to be replaced. There are a number of determining factors that dictates if or when asphalt can be repaired or replaced. There are many different ways…
Is there anything more beautiful than fresh asphalt? It is a nice shiny black that looks so crisp and new. However, as your asphalt ages, you may notice that the crisp new look can start to fade away leaving behind eyesores. There are several things that can make your asphalt look less than wonderful. Andersen…
When a business owner is building his own building(s) and is installing a parking lot for the first time or needs to replace the old parking lot, there are a few things they should know about installing a parking lot. When designing and installing a parking lot, the detail is more important than most business…
Potholes are one of the most common complaints of drivers on asphalt roads. They are a nuisance to drivers, but honestly, they are far more than that even. Leaving a pothole in your parking lot can lead to much larger issues that a couple of complaints from the people that hit them with their cars.…
Today, we at Andersen Asphalt & Striping would like to conclude with Part 3 of our paving glossary. Part 1 and Part 2 can be found here. These terms are commonly used in the industry and we would like to help our consumers better understand the common terms as they navigate through their services. Asphalt…
Last week we started a paving glossary to help consumers better understand the common terminology used in the industry. Today, we at Andersen Asphalt & Striping would like to continue with Part 2 and conclude with Part 3 shortly. Asphalt Pavement Terms Dig Outs. To address structural deficiencies, contractors dig out areas of pavement that…
When it comes to the asphalt paving industry, there are is a glossary of words that are commonly used that customers can be unfamiliar with. Today, we at Andersen Asphalt & Striping would like to prepare the first part of a glossary of common words and phrases used in the asphalt paving world to help…
