Is Asphalt Safe for the Environment?
Asphalt makes up the majority of pavement surfacing in the United States, which raises the question: is asphalt safe for the environment? The short answer is yes. While it’s not a perfect material, asphalt is safer for the environment, and here’s why. Green Building Credits Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is a program […]
Asphalt vs Concrete, which is better for my Driveway?
The two most common options for a hard surfaced driveway are concrete and asphalt. Knowing the pros and cons of concrete vs. asphalt will help you decide which driveway surface is right for you. Some things to consider in your decision for which material to pave your driveway with are: climate, looks, upkeep, and cost. […]
When Should I Repave My Commercial Parking Lot?
Worn-out parking lots make a bad impression on the visitors. They not only give a bad vibe to your patrons but also increase the chances of accidents. It is normally due to negligence that small cracks turn into big potholes, ruining both the quality and the aesthetics of the road. In addition to that, sun […]
What is Grading and Why is it Important?
Grading is probably the most important aspect to your entire paving job. Grading is the process of ensuring a level base in the construction of your driveway. Grading also takes place during the construction of your home’s lawn and property, when roads are constructed, and more. In order to grade in the preparation of laying […]
Common Causes for a Deteriorating Driveway
A damaged, cracked, and deteriorating driveway can take away from the beauty of your home and property. The worse condition your driveway is in, the older it can make your home appear. A damaged driveway also makes snow and ice removal during the Maryland winter a challenge. Below are some common signs that your driveway […]
New Asphalt Do’s and Don’ts
You’ve just invested in a new asphalt driveway, the smooth black consistency has you stepping back and thinking about how great this makes your home look. You’ll want to do everything you can to keep that asphalt looking like day one as long as possible. There are many best practices that you can rely on […]
3 Keys to a Perfect Asphalt Driveway
Laying a beautiful asphalt driveway that will last is not as easy as it looks. It takes experience, practice and dedication to produce a beautiful asphalt driveway you will enjoy for years to come. Whether you are looking to add a driveway from the ground up or replace your old one, it helps to understand […]
What to Do About Your Damaged Parking Lot
It’s February, which means by now most of the roads, driveways and parking lots in Maryland have already been covered with snow, salted, scraped with plows and covered in ice on more than one occasion. All these activities, combined with the regular freezing and thawing cycles, often leave you with an asphalt riddled with cracks […]
What Causes Asphalt Cracks?
The weather has been rather mild so far in Maryland. Usually we have one or two snow storms by this time of year, but some parts of Maryland have not seen a single snowflake yet. What does it mean? Maybe nothing or maybe it means that Mother Nature will unleash her winter fury later. Either […]
