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 »
So, you have a parking lot or driveway. What now? Now it’s time to maintain it and keep it looking and performing like new. Over time, as with all paved spaces, your asphalt deteriorates. It gets cracks, potholes, oil spots, and other damages. This is especially true of high traffic lots and driveways. The sun,… 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 »
Being a property manager can be strenuous at times and we know what your pet peeves are — contractors who show up late and unprepared, leave messy job sites, demand a project timeline and have poor communication. Partnerships with Aegis are easy; we believe that successful relationships are built on trust and we work closely… Read more »
Infrared asphalt restoration and repair, or IRR, is a proven effective technology for repairing asphalt. IRR is a process that uses infrared technology to repair damaged asphalt by using infrared technology to absorb heat or radiation into the damaged material. IRR is a cost-effective way of eliminating further damage, liability, deterioration, and pavement-related headaches. The… 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 »
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 »
Over time, asphalt driveways deteriorate due to weather, temperature changes and use. Asphalt repairs are essential to prevent injuries and resurfacing or replacing the driveway can raise the value of your home and business. But, which option is best for your pavement? Aegis Asphalt can help evaluate the condition of your asphalt pavement for the… Read more »
Asphalt driveways begin to show cracks and pot holes over time, often caused by freeze-thaw cycles, weight of vehicles and shifting weather patterns. While sealcoating can temporarily repair minor cracks, resurfacing can be more economical for severe damages. When Should Driveways Be Resurfaced? Resurfacing adds a protective coating, extending the lifespan of the asphalt significantly… Read more »
