Potholes are especially prevalent during and after winter due to the impacts freezing conditions and the additional presence of moisture has on asphalt. Naturally, cracks in pavement get deeper over time, but such fluctuations in temperatures during the colder months cause freezing and thawing of moisture within cracks, leading to breakage and eventually large potholes.
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There are pros and cons to both a concrete sidewalk and an asphalt sidewalk. However, concrete is by far the most popular material for sidewalks due in large part to its longevity. Concrete is made out of cement, water, aggregate and sand, making a cement sidewalk very durable. Since asphalt has a significantly shorter lifespan
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As we discussed in our previous two blogs, there are three essential structural elements of pavement that we will review in our Asphalt Pavement Guide series; subgrade preparation, pavement thickness, and drainage. When discussing these three elements, we have continued to speak in terms of residential asphalt pavement vs. commercial asphalt pavement – in other words, your driveways
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Snow removal is a necessity for any region with mild to harsh winters. But, while snow removal is essential and lifesaving, it can also have some frustrating effects on your asphalt. Unfortunately, any piece of equipment that scrapes against your pavement surface can damage it. Where your pavement will see the most damages from snow
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Rock salt and deicer agents are commonly used before, during, and after a storm. While salt is an effective deicer tool for driveways, sidewalks, and roads, before emptying several bags of salt onto your paved surfaces, consider a few things. What material is your pavement? If your pavement is asphalt, we have good news! Salt
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The simple answer to “can I have my asphalt paving done in winter” is no. But the exact “cutoff date” for driveway paving is really dependent on the ground. We advise against asphalt paving when the ground is frozen. Driveway Paving Guidelines Colder Weather When the ground is frozen driveway paving is not ideal:
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