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The Pros and Cons of a Concrete Driveway Pavers

Concrete pavers are a good choice for attractive, durable driveways. Learn about the pros and cons of this driveway material before making your decision.

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.

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.

3 Red Flags to Avoid When Hiring a Paving Contractor

If your parking lots or other paved areas are looking the worse for wear, you’ll need the help of a reliable paving contractor to set them to rights.

What to Look for in a Contractor's Contract

10 basic ingredients for a contract will help pave the way to remodel happiness

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.

How Often Are Septic Tanks Emptied, and Where Do the Contents Go?

Discussing what goes on in the bathroom is considered taboo in many social circles, but you should be having frank discussions about your waste if you own a septic tank. What's the protocol for dealing with fecal matter?

A Little Asphalt Knowledge Can Save You a Lot of Money

R.A. Petersen Company (RAPCO) has been the leading asphalt maintenance company for over 50 years. Family owned and operated.

What Causes Waves in Asphalt?

Some pavement defects are more uncommon than others, and what faced Pavement Advisory Board member Don Rooney, Pioneer Paving & Grading, when he served as...

What Type of Asphalt Mix is Right For Your Project?

While Wolf Paving offers custom blends of different thickness, the big choice in asphalt mixing comes down to how hot it is when it's laid down.

Sealing an Asphalt Driveway

An asphalt driveway can take quite a beating from the elements. Before your driveway is too far gone, take some time to fill the cracks and add a coat of a

What is an Asphalt Overlay?

Principles of Constructing Quality Asphalt Pavements

Description: Constructing high quality asphalt pavements is the goal of our industry. You can learn to produce high quality pavements by learning the basic principles of hot-mix asphalt pavement construction and the inspector’s responsibilities at the various stages in the construction process. You will develop a general understanding of hot-mix materials, production, placement and compaction operations. Extra attention will be Continue Reading

Asphalt Gets Cooler, Greener

Latest NAPA/FHWA survey finds increasing adoption of sustainable practices for asphalt pavements, including warm mix asphalt and recycled materials use

Need asphalt repair? Potholes?

We fix potholes cheap and fast! Prices start at $150.00 for hot asphalt repairs. We can typically do most repairs within 48 hours too! Click or call today! Take a photo with your smart phone. You can...

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.