Frequently Asked Questions About Asphalt Paving

Q. What is asphalt and why should I consider it for my roadway project?
A. Asphalt is a petroleum based product used for driveways, parking lots, walking paths and any project that requires a smooth surface for foot traffic or motorized vehicles. Asphalt is flexible and “gives” during the harsh weather conditions experienced in Connecticut. It is easily and inexpensively maintained and is aesthetically pleasing.

Q. What maintenance do I need to do to my asphalt?
A. For asphalt parking lots and driveways, we usually recommend sealing new asphalt within the first year and crack filling annually to prevent moisture from reaching the base material.

Q. What is Sealcoating?
A. Seal coating is an asphalt based emulsion sealer put on existing asphalt to protect the surface. Seal coat extends the life of the asphalt and gives existing asphalt a new wearing surface.

Q. How Much does Asphalt cost per square foot?
A. The cost of asphalt is different for every job. It is a product that is based on volume, amount of labor needed to get the job done, and how much preparation it will take to get the job ready.

Q. Can asphalt be recycled?
A. Asphalt pavement is the most recycled material in America. The industry recycles more than 70 million tons of asphalt pavements every year, more than the combined total of glass, paper, plastic, and aluminum combined.

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