If you have noticed that your asphalt driveway has begun to look worn down, you may be wondering if it is time to have it replaced. While asphalt driveways will generally last 20 years, a variety of factors such as wear-and-tear and insufficient maintenance can cause them to fail prematurely. In particular, if you live…
Keeping your driveway in good repair is an essential part of home maintenance, and there are important reasons to get your driveway serviced and repaired regularly by a driveway repair professional. Driveway Overview Your driveway is filled with tiny pores that create friction. This friction is necessary traction for your vehicle tires to safely travel…
Gravel driveways are a common choice amongst homeowners because they are more affordable, and longer-lasting, than other driveways. However, the primary downside of gravel driveways is that they require much more maintenance. It is particularly important that you stay on top of driveway maintenance in winter in order to ensure that your driveway continues to…
As crazy as it may seem, the fact is that winter is almost upon us once again. For homeowners, this means that it is time to take certain steps to prepare your property to make sure it is protected against winter storms, such as by cleaning out your gutters and making sure that your windows…
Asphalt has come a long way from being dug from tar pits (natural asphalt lakes) to pave city streets. Today, asphalt materials can be custom formulated for different uses. From parking lots to driveways, Asphalt Paving has become increasingly popular. It provides long-lasting durability with an attractive appearance. DC Paving & Sealcoating has the experience…
Whether you are selling your home or business, relying on a commercial paving contractor to make necessary asphalt crack repairs or completely repave a driveway or parking lot makes financial sense. In many cases, a business or homeowner sees an above-average ROI (return on investment) because first impressions matter. Real estate agents often say location…
When you own a commercial location, you know just how important it is that you make sure that not only is your building kept in good condition, but that the property surrounding it is as well. Part of this is caring for your parking lot. Having an asphalt parking lot is very convenient for customers…
As the Summer winds down and Fall begins to approach us, it’s important that you know how to protect your asphalt parking lot from cold, snowy weather. In fact, cold weather is one of the most damaging conditions to your parking lot. When asphalt constantly freezes and thaws from cold weather, it will start expanding…
Commercial business owners often wait until parking lot damages become a serious issue before they contract with a professional to have them repaired. They may be concerned the cost will be very high, which will eat into quarterly profits. Owners may also think that customers are used to parking lots that aren’t in the best…
An asphalt driveway is a great option that will help your home to stand out from the rest. However, if you are unfamiliar with asphalt driveways, you may understandably have a few questions about asphalt driveway maintenance and repair if you are considering choosing an asphalt driveway for your home. Here is a look at…