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How Much Does an Asphalt Driveway Cost?

An asphalt driveway is a good, affordable option for many homeowners versus more-expensive concrete. We break down asphalt driveway costs.

Self-Healing Asphalt Could Change Your Driving Experience [VIDEO]

Could potholes go the way of the Ford Pinto? Engineering professor Erik Schlangen may have created a way to make that happen with self-healing asphalt.

3 Questions to Ask Your Asphalt Paving Contractor

When you are looking to hire an asphalt paving contractor, there are a few things you should look out for.

How to Recognize a Good Asphalt Paving Job

In this article, we’ll go over how to recognize a good asphalt paving job vs. a bad one so that you can make sure that you are getting the quality results you deserve.

Is It Time for an Asphalt Plant Consultation?

Sometimes these visits can save you big money in the long run.

5 Things You Don’t Know About Asphalt Sealer

If you own a home or commercial property with an asphalt driveway or parking lot, there are a few facts you should know about asphalt sealer.

Do Asphalt Plants Need to do TRI Reporting?

Do asphalt plants need to do TRI Reporting? We discuss ways you can determine if your asphalt plant should be doing Section 313 Reporting and if...

How to Choose an Asphalt Driveway Sealer

Identifying your asphalt sealant needs for your driveway based on information rather than brand will help in choosing the right product for the job.

Benefits of Recycling Asphalt Shingles and Asphalt Pavement

Recycle asphalt shingles to turn them into new asphalt pavement. Recycle asphalt pavement for economic and environmental benefits.

Is It Okay to Put New Asphalt Over Old Asphalt?

Continued parking lot maintenance is vital to a business's reputation, and a property's value. Learn more about what an asphalt overlay is and if it's the right one for you.

Avoid Costly Asphalt Repairs with Asphalt Preventative Maintenance

These situations are all similar to the times when you have failed to take adequate asphalt preventative maintenance steps.

Asphalt Facts and Asphalt Paving Facts

Find out useful asphalt facts including asphalt paving facts. You may know that asphalt is used for roads and parking lots, but find out how asphalt is made and many scientific facts about asphalt

What is an Asphalt Overlay?

How Environmentally Sustainable is Asphalt?

You might be wondering what the environmental impact of asphalt is. This isn't something a lot of people think about, but it's worth looking into.

How to Dispose of Concrete & Asphalt

Not sure what to do with broken concrete or asphalt? Find out which concrete or asphalt disposal option is right for your project.

What is an asphalt volcano?

Deep beneath the ocean, the earth spews hot tar into unusual formations that are home to an abundance of beautiful marine life.

9 Questions to Ask when Selecting a Sealer Supplier

9 questions to ask when selecting a pavement sealer supplier

What Is the Difference Between Asphalt & Composition Shingles?

Asphalt shingles have been a popular roofing choice for several years due to their cost and relatively simple installation. They are comprised of a paper or fiberglass mat coated...

The Benefits of Using Recycled Asphalt Shingles

Did you know asphalt shingles can be recycled? Learn more about this sustainable roofing material in this quick post.

How to Remove Stains from Asphalt

Everyone wants to keep their driveway looking neat and clean - if you aren’t sure how to get the stain out of your asphalt driveway, we'll tell you how.