There are many choices we must make in life. How many creamers do I want in my coffee? Do I wake up or sleep in? Should I get gas now or wait until tomorrow?
When planning out your next pavement project, you have to make the choice between asphalt and chip and seal. Today, we're going to give you the information you need to decide which type of pavement surface to get for your residential, commercial, or industrial area.
Asphalt Paving: What is it?
Asphalt paving is any paved area surfaced with asphalt. It is one of the most popular forms of pavement due to its lifespan and cost effectiveness.
Pros of Asphalt Paving
Posted on 07/18/2022 at 11:43 AM
As the temperatures get warmer, it's necessary to keep up on the maintenance of your asphalt to keep it looking new and in good condition. Asphalt when cared for properly can help not only increase curb appeal but also last a long time. To keep your asphalt in good condition, here are a few things to do this Spring and Summer!
1) Don't Always Park In The Same Place
We are all creatures of habit, right? Habits also include where we park our vehicles. Parking in the same place every day, along with the weight of your vehicle, can cause the asphalt to sink eventually. The suns heat can also soften the asphalt so the heavier your vehicle, the higher chance of sinking. To deter this from happeni...
Read morePosted on 04/28/2022 at 09:32 AM
Have you ever debated with yourself if your driveway needs replaced or just repaired? That can be a tough question sometime for someone that is not well versed in asphalt. When maintained correctly, asphalt driveways can increase the longevity of your driveway. At Albatross Asphalt, we make sure to go over all options with our customers before they decide what they want to do with their driveway.
Here are some signs that will indicate if you need to talk to us about repairing or replacing your asphalt driveway:
1) Warping- if the surface of your driveway does not look level than most likely it has warped and could mean your base underneath the asphalt is comprised.
2) Sinkage- if your drive...
Read morePosted on 03/22/2022 at 09:09 AM
Did you know that there are 8 common types of asphalt paving issues that we see the most? Each of these can be fixed by experienced professionals like Albatross Asphalt!
The first type of paving issue that can occur is raveling. Raveling is the breakdown of asphalt that has dislodged from the surface. Raveling can cause uneven surfaces and standing water.
The second type of paving issues are calle depressions. Depressions are low areas of pavement that do not penetrate the asphalt and are typically caused by poor compaction during paving. If a depression is not fixed quickly, the depression can weaken the surfaces integrity.
The third type of paving issues and most commonly seen here in Oh...
Posted on 01/24/2022 at 11:41 AM
When do most potholes form? Most potholes in Ohio form during the colder months of the year. You may have already noticed the holes all over the roads and parking lots this season. After our most recent cold snap and the temperatures quickly increasing, we're beginning to see the devastating effects.
Township road with multiple potholes.
Posted on 02/05/2019 at 03:00 PM
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