Judson Burdon

Judd Burdon has worked in asphalt maintenance for over 25 years. He started out selling driveway sealcoating door to door and eventually created his own asphalt business. After successfully selling Imperial Asphalt he retired to the Caribbean - at the age of 24! He was soon tired of kitesurfing all day every day and he decided to build a website to help people find asphalt equipment and start a business just like he did.

Expertise

  • Asphalt Maintenance
  • Commercial Parking Lot Repair
  • Business Start up
  • Home Services

Asphalt vs. Concrete Driveway: What's the Best Option? | Asphalt Kingdom

Asphalt vs. concrete driveway: which option should you choose? Find out as Asphalt Kingdom helps you discover whether a blacktop or concrete driveway is right.

 

Planning to have a driveway installed in your new home? Or have your old and damaged driveway demolished to give way to a new one? Are you torn between an asphalt driveway and a concrete one?

In this blog, we're going to discuss

  • What are asphalt and concrete driveways?
  • The pros and cons of asphalt and concrete driveways
  • Answers to commonly asked questions about blacktop vs. concrete driveways

 

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Topics: Asphalt Maintenance

Asphalt Crack Preparation

Asphalt crack preparation includes clearing debris, drying, and measuring before they can be filled properly. We have the knowledge and tools to help.

With the sun, rain, ice and traffic constantly assaulting your asphalt surface, cracks developing in the blacktop is an all too common experience for countless property owners and managers – one that can lead to greater damage and even hazardous conditions!

When they do appear, it’s important to repair them as soon as possible to prevent them from worsening and leading to more extensive, and expensive, repairs. Doing so effectively requires the right preparation—otherwise, you'll be wasting your time and your asphalt will continue to deteriorate

Here are several useful tips to help you properly prepare a crack for filling:

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Topics: Crack Repair

Asphalt Driveway Cleaning: A Step-by-Step Guide

Asphalt driveway cleaning made simple. Learn safe asphalt cleaning steps, stain removal, crack prep, pothole patching, and sealing for longer lasting pavement.

If you want a longer lasting driveway, start with proper asphalt driveway cleaning. A clean, dry surface helps sealer bond, improves appearance, and cuts callbacks. Use this checklist to plan safe work before you seal or stripe.

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Topics: Cleaning and Preparation

12 Questions to Ask an Asphalt Maintenance Contractor

Choose the right asphalt maintenance contractor with 12 smart questions, plus tips on hiring professionals for asphalt resurfacing, warranties, and timelines.

If your lot or driveway needs sealing or crack repair, the right asphalt maintenance contractor keeps costs down and keeps traffic moving. Use the questions below to sort the pros from the pretenders.

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Topics: Asphalt Maintenance

How to Mix Asphalt Sealer: Pro Guide for Smooth Results

Learn how to mix asphalt sealer and how to mix driveway sealer step by step, from dipstick test to loading your sprayer. Avoid clogs and get even coverage.

Ready to spray? This guide shows exactly how to mix asphalt sealer the right way so your finish is smooth, your tips don’t clog, and your jobs run on time.

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Topics: Sealcoating

Different Types of Blacktop Sealers: Choosing the Best for Your Pavement

You’ll find multiple blacktop sealers on the market today, but they’re not all the same. Learn more about the pros and cons of each type so you can make an informed decision.

 

Sealcoating is a smart move for any driveway or parking lot. Yes, it darkens the surface and makes it look newer, but it also protects against UV, water, traffic wear, and chemicals like engine oil. If you’re trying to identify the best driveway sealer for your situation, you’ll see plenty of options and not all of them are equal.

There isn’t a one-size-fits-all choice. Each type has pros and cons, so the best driveway sealer depends on your surface, timeline, goals, and budget. Understanding how each product performs and where it fits will help you choose confidently.

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Topics: Sealcoating

Where to Find the Best Asphalt Sealcoating Contractors

Finding the best asphalt sealcoating contractors near you doesn’t have to be impossible. We teach you how to avoid unqualified hires and vet the professionals to find the pro for you.

You’ve spent a lot of money on parking lot paving and line striping. Now it’s time for sealcoating. Your choice of sealcoating contractor matters just as much as finding the most qualified paving company did initially. The right professional brings skill, quality, and reliability to every square foot of asphalt sealcoating.

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Topics: Asphalt Maintenance, Sealcoating

4 Reasons To Start YouTube Channel for Your Sealcoating Company

Looking for an effective way to reach more leads online? Read our article below on why you should start a YouTube channel for your sealcoating company.

Have you been struggling to acquire leads and get more customers for your asphalt maintenance business lately? You've sent out hundreds of proposals and used Facebook and Instagram to reach prospects, but the results have been modest. They aren't bad, but they could be better.

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Topics: Asphalt Maintenance Business

How to Make $300 in 7 Minutes with the Mini Infrared Asphalt Heater

It's possible to make $300 in 7 minutes with the Mini Infrared Asphalt Heater. Read our blog to learn more about this compact yet powerful machine.

Temperatures are dropping steadily, and you’ve probably put your crack repair and sealcoating equipment and supplies in storage by now. You've been stenciling and line striping indoors, but outdoor line striping is definitely out of the question because the ground is covered with snow.

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Topics: Asphalt Maintenance, Pothole Repair

How to Patch Asphalt: 7 Important Tips

Looking for information on how to patch asphalt? Check out these 7 important tips on asphalt patching so you can ensure that it will last a long time.

Asphalt pavements generally last anywhere between 10 to 30 years when installed correctly. But rainwater, sunlight, motor oil, and heavy foot/vehicular traffic can drastically cut down your parking lot or driveway's lifespan. 

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Topics: Asphalt Maintenance, Crack Repair, Pothole Repair

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