The history of pavement markings is longer than many people realize. Many centuries ago, some civilizations that used stones to pave their roads would insert rocks of a different color in the center to denote separate travel lanes. Shortly after the turn of the 20th century, local governments began painting
Whether they are driving or walking, no one likes to encounter a pothole. Vehicles can suffer damage to their suspension system, transmission, or tires. Pedestrians can be injured if they trip or fall. Although property owners may know the potential risks that potholes pose to pedestrians and vehicles, they do
Asphalt paving projects can be economical, fast, and uncomplicated, but the opposite can also be true. Regardless of your paving project’s scope and complexity, you can help ensure successful results by working closely with your Philadelphia paving company representative. The steps include conducting your own pavement assessment, communicating effectively with
No matter how much you spend to have your Bensalem commercial paving project installed, it will not have the longevity it should go without proper maintenance. However, routine maintenance can also contribute to the safety of your asphalt pavement. An unsafe commercial pavement can have financial repercussions, including the loss
Asphalt sealcoating is an extremely effective and economical procedure that can add many years to the life of your pavement and simultaneously enhance your property’s aesthetic appeal. However, if the process is not performed correctly, you could be throwing away your money. Some contractors take shortcuts that could leave your
If you are not involved in the paving industry, overhearing a conversation between a group of asphalt contractors can leave you puzzled over some of the terms they use. They may discuss things like asphalt sealcoating, milling, curing times, subbase construction, alligator cracking, and other topics that can pique your
When you need to hire someone to perform work, you probably realize that it is crucial to make sure that your chosen company is reliable, experienced, and trustworthy. Otherwise, you could end up paying for subpar work that will not last as long as it should, or that may fail
Whether used as a street, parking lot, or driveway paving material, a pristine expanse of asphalt has a great deal of visual appeal. However, time, traffic, and the elements can sometimes begin to affect your pavement’s aesthetics in as little as two years. What is even worse is that the
When people join a homeowners association, they do so with certain expectations. They expect the HOA to help them protect their homes’ value by providing a neat, well-maintained environment. They expect the HOA to deal with neighbors who violate the covenants and restrictions. They expect the HOA to maintain all
If your commercial property includes an asphalt pavement, you may have already heard about sealcoating. Perhaps the contractor providing your asphalt paving services discussed the need for sealcoating within the new pavement’s first year of life. Maybe you have heard colleagues discussing their plans to have a pavement sealed. However,
