The Asphalt Kingdom Blog

The past year and a half brought a lot of changes in the asphalt maintenance industry. Some of them were great. Other changes, like the supply chain issues on line striping paint – and crackfiller for our Canadian neighbors – have put stress on your business's ability to do the work. Luckily, asphalt maintenance is one of those evergreen businesses that doesn't depend on trends nor is it severely affected by economic downturns. 

Ordinary people like you most often start asphalt maintenance companies. One of the many success stories is Veteran Kenneth Evans of Evans Asphalt & Concrete. He began with a few success tips from his cousins and grew his business to employ multiple crews in a few short years.

Growing an asphalt business requires time and energy. The right asphalt maintenance equipment investment increases productivity. With that extra time, you can focus on other activities, like cold calling or training. Below are five pieces of investment equipment that pay for themselves.

Everyone knows that cash is king, but a lot of small and medium business owners do not fully understand the cash in their business. It is not just the money in your bank accounts and your floats. And it is not just the bottom line of your profit and loss statement.

Social media is a facet of digital marketing, and it is everywhere. Asphalt maintenance companies like yours can use these platforms to build fanbases and show potential clients that you’re not the average contractor.

Not only do you need to do your asphalt maintenance jobs, but you’re also responsible for keeping the office side correct. Fortunately, there are a few simple tips and a business proposal software designed specifically for asphalt maintenance to help.

Often, people start asphalt maintenance companies to cover their expenses while being the boss. Then growth enters the picture. You may not know the reliable ways to grow your asphalt maintenance company, but you want to.

You’re likely always looking for more ways to get more business. That’s where Google Business Profile comes in. It’s a free service that can help more customers find your asphalt business in your local area.

The 2021 National Pavement Expo is online this year, which makes it more available to everyone. With no travel, no time off, and no hotels, you can access all the virtual expo features from your desk.

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.