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…
Speed bumps are often not fully appreciated, especially when they force drivers to slow down. However, they can greatly improve safety in communities, parking lots, and recreational areas. Often drivers do not always want to slow down to a safer speed limit. When there is a lot of foot traffic combined with vehicles, going too…
In addition to being repeatedly exposed to elements such as water, sunlight and chemicals, newly applied asphalt surfaces begin to wear and break down over time and used, making asphalt repairs necessary. Asphalt repairs are important for many reasons, however, today, we at Andersen Asphalt & Striping would like to discuss the two primary reasons…
There are two elements of a parking lot: the asphalt and the striping or (paint). Both of these element’s quality is rated or evaluated by its color. You can tell a lot about a parking lot simply by looking at the colors. The color of the asphalt and the quality of the striping are major…
A major asphalt surface such as a parking lot will develop problems that will demand repairs and proper upkeep. Over time, asphalt will need certain maintenance and repairs which often includes pothole and crack repairs, as well as asphalt seal-coating and re-striping. In most cases, major maintenance and repairs only occur about every ten to…
For many business owners to upgrade their commercial lots, asphalt sealcoating is an essential service. You may extend the life of the parking lot by shielding against oil, ultraviolet light, and water damage by applying a protective layer to asphalt pavement. Asphalt sealcoating comes with many misconceptions and myths as with any property maintenance, however.…
When you have cracks and potholes in your home or driveway’s asphalt, you may wonder how to fix them. Asphalt on residential property can be used in many ways, and when cracks and potholes develop, they can be repaired using the same methods as commercial asphalt. If you have potholes and cracks and you want…
When it comes to various trades, many consumers like to understand the differences between various components, services, and products. For example, you may to clarify terms such as pitch, fascia, or soffit with a roofer, or ask your mechanic to explain the difference between a crankshaft and a camshaft when you are at auto repair…
