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 »
Living on the West Coast, we have a lot of experience with wildfires and their after-effects. While fires can contribute to positive environmental change, the raging wildfires that we’ve been experiencing in recent years have certainly taken a toll on our forests, air, and roads. Asphalt is reasonably resistant to heat in normal conditions. That’s… Read more »
As with all things in life, your asphalt has a lifecycle. From the moment the ground is paved to its eventual restoration, there are several ways you can ensure your asphalt’s longevity. A well-constructed, well-maintained driveway or parking lot should last at least 25 years. Your asphalt has about five stages throughout its life, each… 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 »
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 »
Be sure to Maintain! Your asphalt parking lot needs some thoughtful TLC every few years in ordinary conditions, but after extreme weather you truly cannot afford to ignore the maintenance urgently required to save your pavement and spare you large repair costs. Need the 101 basics on this inevitable repair? • When water penetrates paved… Read more »
