Although a well-built, well-maintained asphalt pavement can provide many years of service, there will eventually come a time in the life of every pavement when it needs a bit more help than minor repairs, and preventive maintenance can deliver. In many cases, the best solution is not to rebuild the
As a paving material, asphalt is well-suited for a variety of pavements in and around the Houston metropolitan area. A well-built asphalt pavement can rebound after being subjected to traffic, flex with temperature changes, and, if properly maintained, shrug off the frequent downpours the area receives. Asphalt pavements offer rapid
At the height of the Roman Empire, concrete was the building material of choice. Many of the structures built by the Romans are still standing, including the Colosseum, several aqueducts, and the Pantheon. Although the Romans were masters of concrete construction, only a relatively small percentage of their creations would
Although it is far less costly to install an asphalt parking lot than build one with concrete, it is still a significant expense. Naturally, you do not want to face huge repair bills or a total reconstruction if you can avoid the costs. The best way to accomplish this is
Choosing new asphalt paving is virtually always the wisest decision that any business or city can make. The cost is economical, the installation is fast, and the resulting pavement is durable and attractive. However, you should keep in mind that your new pavement is a bit delicate until it has
In many construction trades, it is possible to give definitive answers that are applicable for most jobs in a specific city. For example, Houston roofers know that plywood roof decking must be no less than 5/8 of an inch, but the minimum thickness in San Francisco is 3/8 of an
It is virtually impossible to drive through any town in Texas without seeing asphalt parking lots, highways, and streets. Asphalt has been the most popular paving choice for many decades. Asphalt pavements are economical and fast to build and repair, and they are also safe and attractive. With proper care
Compared to concrete, an asphalt pavement is faster and less expensive to install. With the proper care, your new asphalt pavement should deliver many years of use. Part of that care should be the professional application of an asphalt sealant as soon as the asphalt is sufficiently cured. However, sealants
When you hire a Houston paving contractor to install new asphalt pavement, you have certain expectations. You expect that you will receive a durable, attractive pavement that will last for many years. You expect that repairs will be few and economical, especially during the first few years of your pavement’s
Going into business with your best friend does not always end up with success. However, Mark Estrada and Zach Lovett set out with a dream of creating a line striping business and did just that. “We came from the School of Hard Knocks,” says Estrada, Sr. Vice President, of Marathon
