Judson Burdon

• Learn what asphalt is made of and where it is commonly used.
• Find out why asphalt is one of the most recycled materials on the planet.
• It's easy to maintain asphalt and extend its lifespan.

We drive on it, walk on it, play, and bike on it. Even our planes land on it. But we seldom stop and think about what asphalt is or how to care for it.

In this blog, we're going to talk about this ubiquitous construction material, what it's made of, its installation cost, and its lifespan. 

We're also going to talk about the differences between asphalt and pavement (concrete).

But first, let's take a look at asphalt ingredients.

Table of Contents

• Why is Asphalt Popular?
• What is Asphalt Made of?
• Common Asphalt Applications
• Advantages of Using Asphalt to Build Driveways and Parking Lots
• Asphalt: How it's Manufactured
• Asphalt Types
• Asphalt Quality Control and Testing
• Asphalt Sustainability
• Asphalt Durability
• What is the Most Effective Maintenance Strategy for Asphalt?
• Frequently Asked Questions About Asphalt
• Blacktop Driveway Cost
• Free Asphalt Course

Two of the most common questions we get from new sealcoaters are

"Do I need a business license to operate an asphalt maintenance company?

and

"Do I need an occupational license, too?"

Did you know that properly maintained asphalt can last up to 30 years?

Growing an asphalt maintenance company takes a combination of several factors. Fortunately, we’re in control of many of these factors. Whether it’s the risks we take or the culture we foster, scaling an asphalt maintenance company does not need to be a herculean effort.

Tired of looking at those oil stains on your asphalt or concrete driveway and walkways? Have gas and oil leaks damaged your asphalt driveway? Clean oil stains on asphalt to maintain the aesthetic value of your property and to maintain the asphalt surface. 

Improving efficiencies is a critical component of operating a successful asphalt sealcoating business. Correcting errors, repairing broken equipment and performing duplicate tasks expends time, money and resources better applied servicing customers and making more sales. Utilizing the best sealcoating supplies and equipment on the market can reduce waste, maximize productivity and boost your bottom line.

Are you a mobile park or RV park owner or property manager looking for resources on in-house asphalt maintenance? Then you're in luck because we recently met with Mike Fiala (virtually, of course), national community manager of Airway Mobile Home Park, and we talked about crack repair, sealcoating, and more. Check out our interview below to learn more about how DIY crack filling and sealcoating extended the lifespan of the property's roads and driveways.

The sound of a pickleball hitting a paddle is becoming as familiar as the roar of a leaf blower in suburban neighborhoods nationwide. Recognized as one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States, pickleball presents a golden opportunity to contractors specializing in parking lot striping.

Sealcoating Business Marketing

If you have an asphalt sealcoating business, you can make even more money through a simple little service offering. Let's face it: you're already going to driveways and parking lots and you're already doing the crack filling and the seal coating.