Judson Burdon

What's the big deal about parking lot design? Don't you just lay down some stripes and call it a day?

It’s very important to prime your spray system before sealcoating a property for a variety of reasons; to keep your unit in top shape, avoid blockages and keep it running smoothly. Here are the best ways to do so. Whether you have the AK Drum Spray System, the AK Tote Spray System, or the AK130 Residential Sealcoat Sprayer, we’ve got you covered.

Knowing exactly the right time to replace sealcoating equipment is critical to the financial health of your business. You don't want to replace equipment you could have maintained, and you don't want to lose money on equipment that is no longer worth maintaining, so finding the balance is key. Here’s when you should consider replacing your sealcoating equipment.

If you are undergoing a paving project that requires blacktop excavation, it's important to understand the specifics of how to cut asphalt. This guide will help you get started.

• 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

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. 

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.

Repairing asphalt is hands-down the best way to extend its lifespan. It's the most durable, long-lasting way to fix damaged asphalt pavement, and best of all, it's easy to do. Learn more about why it's a good choice and how to use it to benefit your business in this article.

Do you have a painting business? If you are looking for a way to expand your business and add more clients, it might be time to consider adding something new to your services. A great way to find extra clients around town is to offer things such as parking lot and curb painting. You will find there is more to painting a parking lot than just line striping.