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What Causes Asphalt Damage

Asphalt pavement is a highly durable paving solution for roads, driveways, and parking lots. However, there are elements that can cause damage to asphalt, causing

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Parking Lot Expansion

For commercial properties that need extra parking space, it’s typical to pursue a parking lot extension. These expansions can also be necessary due to new

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What Is Asphalt Milling?

Asphalt milling, also called pavement milling, is an affordable and environmentally sustainable method for repairing small areas with asphalt, from driveways, roads, and busy parking

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Why Does Asphalt Turn Gray?

Asphalt pavement is formed by combining a tar known as bitumen with crushed rock, known as aggregate. The aggregate is what gives asphalt its structure, allowing for heavy loads. The bitumen is what holds the asphalt together and gives asphalt its color. Freshly paved asphalt is a thick, heat-absorbing black, but asphalt does not stay black forever. Over time, the bitumen can wear away and deteriorate, leaving gray aggregate—and therefore, gray pavement—behind.

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