When you installed asphalt lots and pathways onto your property, you made a significant investment. Keeping them in top condition is a high priority, and that includes protecting that pavement against the forces of nature. Besides vehicle traffic, gas, and motor oil, weather exposure is a major destructive factor that can break down the upper […]
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While some potholes can be seen in plain sight, others remain hidden until you drive or stumble right over them. No matter what type of pothole you’re dealing with, the experts at Sunland Asphalt are here to provide you with some industry insight about how they form, how to fix them, and how to prevent them. Pothole Formation
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Asphalt within a parking lot may seem indestructible, but over time, it can begin to show some wear and tear. Asphalt needs to be regularly maintained to support the load of vehicles constantly driving over it. You need to be aware of when the structure is beginning to give way, so you can seek repairs
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Asphalt is known for its durability. It is used for both commercial and residential property, and it can generally weather a variety of conditions and last for about 25 years. However, even the best-laid asphalt is susceptible to damage over time. The asphalt can deteriorate, due to either normal wear and tear or to other
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Have you ever walked through a parking lot and noticed loose rocks and debris? If so, the asphalt may have been raveling right under your feet! Raveling is known as the deterioration of pavement by the loss of asphalt and rocks. This is evident by the rocks and sand on the pavement surface and in
Staying up to date on maintaining your pavement is the best way to preserve the condition of that pavement. One of the most cost-conscious and effective forms of pavement maintenance is crack sealing. While crack sealing will not improve the feel, noise or rideability of the existing pavement, it will often extend the life of
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By: Ken Estrada, Division Manager – Phoenix Maintenance, National Accounts Great looking pavement in your community’s streets or business’ parking lot makes for: Conventional wisdom would say “worst first” when talking about caring for your pavement. However, the fact of the matter is that while there will always be trip hazards or other unforeseen circumstances that
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For every property manager, understanding the pavement life cycle is essential to budgeting for service and avoiding costly repairs. By ensuring your asphalt is properly maintained, you will be rewarded with cost savings and attractive, long-lasting roads and parking areas. Below is a chart that breaks down asphalt age in stages: For over 37 years,
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Have you ever counted the number of contractors with whom you do business? The list is long … landscaping, lighting, roofing, pavement, and those are just the contractors for the outside of your property. While selecting a pavement maintenance contractor can be difficult, there are some criteria you can use to select the best company
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Well designed and constructed asphalt pavements can provide many years of useful service – if properly maintained. An effective asphalt maintenance program will dramatically increase the useful life of your roads, while postponing the need for the considerable expense of reconstruction. Asphalt can be viewed in much the same way as wood. If wood is
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