More and more houses are being built next to traffic areas such as parking lots. These homes are usually in high demand since they are near city centers or major shopping areas. However, some detractors for these locations are noise pollution caused by the endless...

Let’s face it, the construction of roads has been an engineering challenge basically since the wheel was invented. And while there have been some incredible strides made in the development of roads, road construction and repair are still topics that are spoken with...

There are a lot of strange myths surrounding asphalt, and most of them have no rhyme or reason but are firmly entrenched in the minds of those who believe them. Asphalt gets a bad rap because of these beliefs, and it's one that it doesn't deserve. Here is a...

When it comes to owning a home, the one part of the home people tend to sometimes forget about is the driveway. But it is one of the first things people see when they arrive and they are generally used multiple times a day. This is why it is important to take good...

Asphalt is meant to be long-lasting and durable, but weather and traffic can take its toll, especially with the constant changes in temperature and weight load. However, following these steps to cleaning your asphalt driveway can make it look almost brand new. We’ve...

Mold is never a good thing no matter where you happen to find it, whether it’s in your basement, your garage, or even on the concrete of your porch, walkway, driveway or patio. Mold can easily grow on all kinds of surfaces, but we’ll specifically be looking at...

We see and use them every single day when we drive, they help guide us in the right directions, literally, and traffic would not be the same without them; we’re talking of course about road markings and lines. But have you ever wondered about what goes into painting...

Winter brings all kinds of changes to our everyday lives, and even if we do not realize, there are many preparations to be made as we get closer to the snow, ice, and freezing temperatures. One of those preparations concerns your driveway. As something that sees a lot...

If there is one building material that can be considered king in today’s world, it would definitely be concrete. Concrete is used in buildings and other structures around the globe, and it is the only building material that can give you benefits such as weather...

We use it every day and probably don’t often give much thought to how it’s made.  Asphalt is our ticket to roadways connecting towns to towns, cities to cities and crisscrossing the country from one side to the other.  So how is this product made in the first place?...

Usually summer comes with the smells of flowers in the warm breeze, BBQ being cooked in backyard and the smell of fresh asphalt sizzling in the hot sun. That’s right, summer is a great time for relaxation but it is also a great time to start sprucing up the outside of...

Summer is a great time to spend the day outside, at least until it feels like the sun is melting your skin. If you feel like the heat is making you fall apart, imagine what it’s doing to your asphalt driveway! Asphalt is dark, so it absorbs and retains heat all day...

A driveway is a standard addition to most properties, but if you’re concerned about installing the most commonly used materials and their impact on the environment, there are other, greener options.  A driveway can be defined as green depending on its permeability,...

Your driveway is part of the curb appeal to your home; when it’s in bad repair, it can create an awful eyesore and unsightly mess. When kept in good condition, it can be an asset to the whole appearance of your home exterior. Below we have listed the top 4 reasons to...

One of the biggest questions that surfaces when you’re thinking about paving your driveway is whether to use concrete or asphalt.  There’s no denying that they’re both great options, but they each come with their own set of pros and cons.   The first question that...

Although there are many types of pavement, all of the hard surfaced pavements fall into one of two categories; either flexible or rigid.  A rigid pavement has several layers with the best quality material located nearest the surface.  A flexible pavement offers an...

Winter is slowly relaxing its bitter grip and as it does, spring makes a very welcome appearance. Spring tends to bring a feeling of peace and revival to everyone; the air warms and it won’t be long before gardeners and sun worshipers alike rejoice. Another sign of...

For commercial properties, curb appeal can be just as important as it is for residential homes.  Your customers will make a judgement about your business, the value of the goods inside, and your level of professionalism partly based on what the exterior of your...

Your asphalt driveway can serve your household for decades if it’s treated and maintained properly.  When properly paved, it’s one of the first things that visitors will notice about your home, and it’s high on a checklist for buyers should your home be put up for...