There are two of nature’s elements that can shorten the life of asphalt, and that is sunlight and heat. Both intense UV rays and heat can lead to a number of different problems and can damage the asphalt. It is important to protect and maintain asphalt from the summer heat as well as the constant…
The average lifespan of asphalt is about 25 years. During the life of the asphalt it will develop problems and need repair. The life stages of the asphalt can be broken up into 5 intervals in which you can expect certain problems, maintenance needs, or repairs to occur. For those who are responsible for the…
For a good first impression, your parking lot lays the groundwork, as you may know. Visitors want to see a smooth, well-maintained surface when your customers roll into the lot, as this suggests attention to detail, professionalism, and care. If it’s poorly maintained and is home to cracks, potholes, and faded lines, the condition of…
Asphalt deterioration occurs for a number of different reasons. Deterioration often describes asphalt that has developed holes, cracks and has begun to crumble. Asphalt will deteriorate over time and therefore requires maintenance and proper care to extend the life of the asphalt. Asphalt deterioration can be caused by issues other than time. Some premature deterioration…
If you have a driveway, parking lot, or road made of asphalt, there is a certain level of maintenance that needs to be carried out regularly to keep it in good condition. One of the most common ways to maintain your asphalt surfaces is done with a process called seal coating. Seal coating is an…
Asphalt, like most manmade structures require maintenance. Maintaining asphalt involves sealcoating the asphalt surface about every five years or so. It involves repairing potholes, craters and cracks when they occur. Cracks in the asphalt is never a good thing. The cracks allow water to seep into the asphalt which can erode the grading/soil that supports…
If you own a parking lot, it is important to make sure that the lot is always in the best shape possible. In addition to having the asphalt intact and sealed, you want the stripes and spaces in the lot to be clear and bright. There are signs that indicate you should consider restriping the…
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…
If you own your own business, there is a good chance that you have a parking lot you’re trying to care for and maintain as well. That can be a big job if you aren’t taking proactive steps to ensure your parking lot stays in good condition. There are plenty of things that can go…
Whether you manage a giant parking lot or a small driveway, your asphalt can develop some major problems. One such problem is alligator cracking. Alligator cracking is fairly easy to identify. You can see it when asphalt develops multiple cracks that look like the pattern of alligator skin or scales. Alligator cracking is often referred…
