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A parking lot striping machine is used over gray asphalt pavement to create white lines for parking spaces.

A Quick Guide to Equipment Needed for Parking Lot Striping

June 13, 2025

Keeping those lines crisp and clean on the surface of a parking lot starts with the right striping equipment. Here’s what you need for the project.

Two large yellow road roller machines drive over thick fresh black asphalt pavement during the daytime.

How Thick Should an Asphalt Driveway Be?

May 30, 2025

The thickness of your asphalt driveway can have a major impact on its longevity. To get the thickness level right, here’s what you need to consider.

A man in blue jeans and tennis shoes repairs a crack in the asphalt by squeezing the liquid out of a black bottle.

The Differences Between Crack Sealing and Crack Filling

May 19, 2025

You have many decisions to make when you’re repairing cracks in the driveway. Make sure you choose correctly between crack sealing and crack filling.

A fresh black asphalt parking lot with white striping sits empty surrounded by trees under a bright blue sunny sky.

Understanding How Hot Summer Weather Affects Asphalt

April 30, 2025

Different weather conditions take their toll on asphalt pavement in their own ways. In the summer, here’s how the heat may affect asphalt if not maintained.

A person wearing blue jeans and brown boots rakes hot black asphalt beside a sidewalk with truncated domes.

Tips for Choosing the Right Asphalt Sealer Supplier

April 24, 2025

The supplies used for asphalt construction projects greatly affect the quality and success of the final outcome. Follow these tips to find the right supplier.

A black asphalt parking lot with yellow concrete parking blocks, white painted lines, and tire markings.

Tips for Proper Asphalt Curing and Longevity

April 18, 2025

Working with asphalt requires skill and practice to get it right. Make sure to avoid these common mistakes to have success with your next project.

A long asphalt driveway stretches out in front of a wide white farmhouse surrounded by grass and trees.

Tips for Making an Asphalt Driveway Last

March 25, 2025

Your driveway is susceptible to wear and tear just like any other part of your property. Keep the asphalt in good condition with these tips.

A man walks across asphalt pavement, dripping black crack sealing product from a piece of metal to repair a crack.

Why It’s Important To Repair Asphalt Cracks

March 13, 2025

Maintaining asphalt pavement is more important than you might realize. Learn all of the serious reasons why you need to promptly address any cracks.

A worker in an orange safety vest pushes an asphalt lute front of him to level the application of fresh asphalt.

Differences Between Commercial-Grade Asphalt and Residential

March 13, 2025

Commercial-grade asphalt is designed for heavy traffic and durability, while residential is intended for lighter use. Learn these and other key differences.

A man in blue jeans using the back of a broom to spread black sealant across an asphalt pavement with a bucket on it.

Debunking Common Myths About Asphalt Pavement

February 25, 2025

There’s a lot of confusion out there about asphalt pavement. Trust our expertise to set the record straight on these common myths about the popular surface.

A yellow construction vehicle rolls over fresh black asphalt next to a section of road that is still gray.

A Brief Guide to the Different Types of Asphalt Grades

February 17, 2025

There is a lot to learn about asphalt, from the base course to the most high-quality option. Let’s look at the different grading levels of asphalt.

Grey asphalt pavement has a yellow stripe and a lot of black lines showing where cracks have previously been filled.

The Best Practices for Assessing Crack Sealing

January 31, 2025

Cracks are bound to open up in pavement, but sealing them can help. Follow these best practices for assessing crack sealing to keep asphalt in top shape.