New Asphalt/Paving Installation Process

New Asphalt Installation involves preparing the area to be paved to provide a stable sublayer, then paving a layer of new asphalt over the sublayer. First, the area must be graded and compacted using heavy equipment to create a stable sublayer.

Next, a stone base is spread over the sublayer and compacted. Once the stone base has been applied, binder asphalt is spread over the stone base. Finally the new layer of asphalt is paved over the surface to provide a smooth finish.

Seal Coating and Striping Process

The Seal Coating process begins with an inspection of the pavement surface. Once the pavement surface is deemed eligible for Seal Coating, any dirt, vegetation, or debris must be removed. Next, high-pressure blowers are used to clean and dry the pavement surface. Then, the Seal Coating is applied in one coat or multiple coats using heavy equipment. Once the Seal Coating process is finished, the Striping process begins. Line markers, handicap markers, and other pavement markers are painted onto the pavement surface using DOT approved marking paint according to the layout and design specifications.

FAQ’s

Q. What is resurfacing?

A. Resurfacing is when asphalt is applied over an existing surface.

Q. Does it last as long as a new job would take?

A. It can last as long but there are some limitations. Large cracks in the original surface can reflect through the new and if there are any base problems you cannot improve them. This is a new surface.

Q. Will resurfacing improve drainage?

A. It can eliminate puddles but if there is not an adequate slope it cannot make water run. Think of it as a large blanket over your existing job, everything is the same, just higher.

Q. When should I not resurface?

A. First if you have a very poor base you should not, I will not last very long.
Secondly, if it will create a drainage problem like making water run into a building and third if you are not willing to accept reflective cracks in the new surface.

Q. What makes a good asphalt job?

– The most important thing is a good base. The base supports the asphalt.
– Proper grade and slope of the base. You always want water to flow properly.
– The asphalt should be at least 3” thick and applied at 2 and 1 ½ lifts.
– Layout is important for good use of the pavement and traffic flow.
– Installation is important. Choose a qualified company with experience to do the job right.

Q. What if I have stone existing already, do I have to remove it?

A. No, but you do have to make sure you have enough after it has been cut to grade. Many times all the stone is removed to make the water flow and it leaves you with no stone under the asphalt. Make sure you have 6” of stone after the job is graded before you apply the asphalt.

Q. When should I not resurface?

A. First, if you have a very poor base you should not, it will not last very long.