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Complete Asphalt Pavement Repair Guide
Jun 20th
Asphalt was initially developed as an inexpensive surface for the many new roads in the early twentieth century. These roads were developed because of the introduction of the automobile and its need for a smooth, hard surface to drive and park on. Asphalt concrete paving became the standard of roads and highways. Just as cars age and wear out, so do roads. Damage to asphalt pavement can result from poor drainage, excessive loading, weather, poor design, poor construction and exposure to fuel.
Whatever the cause, asphalt pavement damage manifests in many ways– surface defects, pavement cracks, potholes, patches and even utility More >
Inexpensive Driveway Repair Adds Value and Curb Appeal
Jun 8th
Over time root growth from trees extends under your driveway. As time passes, roots expand with growth. Eventually the root grows to the point where the driveway lifts up off the foundation. These cracks create liability where someone can trip and fall over a raised crack in your concrete drive. There are several things that can be done:
• Instead of tearing out the entire driveway and transporting all that weight to the dump, repave instead. Tear out only the affected part of your drive and expose the root material. Cut out the root material out and dispose. Compact the exposed More >
