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When Can I Drive Or Park On New Asphalt?

By All Star Paving
Wednesday, July 23rd, 2014

When a homeowner is considering having a new asphalt driveway installed, one of the most important questions a homeowner would like to know is when they will be able to use the driveway. It can be an inconvenience to not be able to drive or park in the driveway, but refraining from doing so for the appropriate time will ensure that there will be no damage to the new asphalt.

The answer to this question can depend on a few factors. One of these factors is the time of the year that the asphalt was laid. In most cases, the homeowner can drive and park on new asphalt within three days. If the new asphalt was added to the home sometime in the hot months of summer, then the homeowner may want to wait a few extra days. The hot weather can add an increased temperature to the asphalt, and the asphalt will hold in this added heat. This can make the new asphalt susceptible to structure damages.

New asphalt can take between six months to a year to fully harden and cure. This time the new asphalt is very susceptible to structural and physical damage. The new asphalt can take on scuff marks in the heat along with becoming very hot. The scuff marks will go away as the new asphalt cures or the temperature cools down.

Walking on the new asphalt can be done in 24 hours, but you should not walk on the new asphalt with high heels or shoes with points. The heels can dig into the new asphalt, causing ruts and holes in the new asphalt. Any sharp shoes such as heels or soccer cleats need to stay off the concrete until it has fully cured.

While the asphalt is curing, these tips will keep the asphalt safe:

*No driving on the asphalt for up to three days, longer if the temperature is hot
*Don’t drive on the edges of the asphalt.
*Try not to use motorcycle or bike stands on the uncured asphalt.
*No heavy trucks on the asphalt.
*Avoid pouring gas or oil on the asphalt.

These tips are just added insurance for producing a safe new asphalt. Driving on new asphalt can usually be done within three days, but the weather can change this. Ask your asphalt contractor to be sure when you can drive or park on the new asphalt.

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How Can I Tell If A Quality Job Was Performed On My Asphalt Project?

By All Star Paving
Wednesday, July 23rd, 2014

Quality work is expected when it comes to your asphalt project. Asphalt that is done with quality can provide a life expectancy of over ten years for the homeowner. How do you know if your asphalt project was done with the quality it needs to last long? A homeowner can check the asphalt project and see if quality and care was used on the asphalt.

When the contractor and employees show up to do the asphalt project, it is important that they remain professional. They should all work and conduct themselves in a proper, professional manner. The workers should not slack, but work throughout the day, minus their breaks and lunch. The workers should make sure that they keep the property clean and safe while working.

The asphalt employees will start by clearing the area to prepare it for the asphalt. The asphalt will be laid and the employees will then compact the asphalt. Once these steps are completed, the employees will tie off the asphalt so that nobody walks or drives on the asphalt. The employees will clean up and pack up everything, and the contractor will have you come out and check the asphalt.

The asphalt should look smooth without any bumps with a black color to surface. There will be no cracks or holes in the asphalt. The contractor may come out and check the asphalt again the next day. After a few days, the asphalt should be very firm and hard. Walk across the asphalt to make sure that it feels sturdy. If there are not any weak places or cracks, then the project was done with quality.

Let a month go by, then check the asphalt again. Is the asphalt still crack free? Does water run off the asphalt, or does it stand on top of the asphalt? If you notice the water runs off, then the asphalt has been installed properly.

If all of these details are positive, then the asphalt project was done with high quality and craftsmanship. The contractor has supplied you with quality asphalt and work. The asphalt will just need to be maintained to provide a long life. This is your job as the homeowner! Keep the asphalt free of cracks and holes. Also make sure to have the seal coating applied every three years for your asphalt to truly last.

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What Determines The Price Of An Asphalt Project?

By All Star Paving
Wednesday, April 30th, 2014

Knowing how contractors calculate and determine the price of an asphalt project will allow you to know what to expect when planning an asphalt project. There is more to the completion of a successful asphalt project than what most consumers may realize. The asphalt is a very detail-oriented project that consists of materials, equipment, employees, and much more. To find out what determines the price of an asphalt project, take a look into how contractors calculate and determine the costs.

  1. The first thing that will determine the price of an asphalt project is the price of crude oil and other petroleum based products. These products are needed to perform an asphalt project. When the price of crude oil drastically increases, the price of the asphalt project will also be higher.
  2. The total square footage of the driveway will determine the cost. A smaller driveway will cost less than a larger driveway. If the driveway or area where the asphalt will be installed needs to be prepped for the asphalt, this process will also be considered. The area has to have an excellent draining system before the asphalt is laid so the asphalt will hold up. If the area needs to have an excavation done, then this will also add to the cost of the asphalt.
  3. The equipment will be considered in the price, including how many trucks and heavy equipment is needed to install the asphalt.
  4. How many employees will be needed for the asphalt project? The contractor will determine how many employees they will need to do the project.
  5. The materials such as rock, sand, and asphalt cement will be calculated for the project.

This is just a small glimpse on how a contractor will determine the cost of an asphalt project. There are so many factors that have to be considered. Any contractor that quotes a bid of $2 a square foot can’t be an honest contractor. There is no way a contractor estimate your project without seeing and inspecting the area where the asphalt will be installed, so always be on alert if this happens to you.

To know the exact price of an asphalt project, have a professional contractor come to your home. Let the contractor go over the area, then calculate what the price will be. Make sure the contractor give you a written bid for the asphalt project, but don’t stop there! Call a different contractor to get a separate bid to compare the first bid to. If there isn’t much difference in the price, then you most likely have two professional contractors that are more than capable of doing your asphalt project. The hard decision is selecting the best contractor.

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Darien Gravel Driveway to Asphalt

By All Star Paving
Wednesday, April 30th, 2014

Our client in Darien had a gravel driveway that they were wanting to convert to asphalt to make the area more child-friendly. They wanted a trustworthy company that could do a great job, so they asked around. They heard such great reviews from All Star Paving & Sealing, so they contacted us. We came out to their location and once we completed the job, they said, “the job looks great!” We were just as happy that they liked their new driveway. Check out our work in the photos below!

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