The way most state and local transportation departments decide whether to pave a road using concrete or asphalt most often comes down to cost over time: Asphalt is initially less expensive, but concrete lasts longer. With oil prices steadily rising over the past few decades, the cost of asphalt has also increased and reduced its… Read more »
When you’re cruising around this fine state of ours, making use of the highways and byways, you can’t help but notice the Adopt-a-Highway signs along your journey. Have you ever wondered just where and when the Adopt-a-Highway program began? Or how to adopt one of your own? Well, fear not citizen, we’ve got you covered!… Read more »
Maintenance for pavement is best done in the Spring and Summer seasons and is a great time to consider seal coating. Additives are essential too. Did you know that a key component of a successful sealcoat is the additives that are used to create a cohesive mix? Aegis Asphalt Sealcoating uses additives in our sealers… Read more »
Oil spots are one of the banes of any parking lot or driveway owner’s existence. Inconvenient to clean and unsightly to the eye, oil spots can do everything from stain the surface of asphalt to pit potholes in the pavement. Protecting your paving investment with a seal coating treatment is one of the best ways… Read more »
It is always a smart idea to have savings included in your business’s budget. We know budgeting for asphalt maintenance is of the utmost importance to facilities owners. While you should be setting aside a budget to maintain your pavement facilities, being prepared for emergencies is critical. The First Step- Evaluate Your Current Conditions Understanding… Read more »
Here at Aegis Asphalt, we can sealcoat your parking lot more efficiently than ever before with our Seal Master SP 575 Dual Spray/Squeegee Sealcoat Machine the “titan” of sealcoating machines. Spray Application Spraying is the most popular method because it is quicker to apply than using a squeegee. Spraying provides a more uniform and… Read more »
Brian Sugg, owner of Aegis Asphalt Sealcoating, is now officially a one-business man. As of November 2017, after six years of working both for himself and for Eugene construction company, Delta Construction Co., Brian has transitioned to working full time as owner and operations manager at Aegis Asphalt Sealcoating. Experience in construction management Originally from… Read more »
Did you know that unless it is premixed, asphalt sealer purchased from a manufacturer is not ready for application? To prepare the sealer, asphalt contractors should add water, silica sand and an additive for the highest results. The best asphalt sealer Aegis Asphalt Sealcoating uses Green Diamond sand mined in Riddle, Oregon. Green Diamond Sand… Read more »
Slurry seal and sealcoating are both used to protect and enhance the value of asphalt surfaces. However, they should be used differently according to your needs and the condition of the pavement. Take a look at these FAQs to see which option is best for you. 1. What are the differences? Slurry seal is a… Read more »
Asphalt sealer not only protects the durability of your driveway but also improves the value and aesthetics of your property. Take a look at our five step process of sealcoating your asphalt surface: 1. Preparation Evaluate the current condition of your asphalt surface and foundation Clean the asphalt surface with rotary brooms, hand steel brooms… Read more »
