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Just from looking at it, you might suspect that your asphalt parking lot is incredibly durable and resistant to the impacts of weathering and heavy use. Although asphalt is a relatively reliable material, with changing seasons comes extreme weather that can cause severe parking lot breakdown without proper maintenance and repairs. Varying weather conditions paired with continuous vehicular use put your commercial parking lot pavement at risk for cracking, potholes, and pooling water. Heavy rainfall, dramatic temperature fluctuations, ice, and snow all contribute to the breakdown of asphalt parking lots. As the seasons change throughout the year, keep a note

Paved commercial parking structures for retail centers, churches, banks, parks, hospitals, universities, restaurants, and many more industries undergo tons – literal tons – of vehicle and foot traffic daily. On top of that constant pressure, other factors like weather conditions can damage the pavement.  Correctly maintaining commercial parking lots is critical for the safety of the people utilizing them. Structural damage like potholes and cracks should be addressed immediately. When the breakdown of a parking lot becomes too expansive, it may result in a total replacement. What Causes Parking Lot Breakdown? There are a variety of factors that contribute to

Did you know that out of all asphalt products created in the United States of America, about 80% will be recycled at some point in its lifespan? Asphalt is actually America’s most recycled product. It is estimated by the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) that over 110 million tons of asphalt are reclaimed annually, as of 2018. Of that reclaimed material, almost 95% gets reused in the paving of infrastructure across the country. Overall, nearly 100% of asphalt will be recycled or stored for future use in the United States. The use of recycled asphalt products (RAP) has become increasingly

How to Maintain Your Asphalt Driveway Asphalt is one of the most durable and cost-effective driveway materials on the market today. It’s incredibly important to properly maintain your driveway to extend its life and keep it in quality shape. Asphalt can overcome temperature, climate, weather, and other external conditions. However, over time you’ll likely notice regular wear and tear. There are many issues homeowners can experience with an asphalt driveway, such as: Performing regular maintenance on your asphalt driveway will help homeowners ensure its longevity and durability for years to come. If you experience issues with your driveway and are