Asphalt is a paving material used for a wide variety of surfaces. From driveways to parking lots to roadways, asphalt is one of the most common paving materials. It’s versatile, durable, and relatively low maintenance. If you’re thinking about getting asphalt pavement laid for the first time or having a surface repaved, the level of [...]
Asphalt is one of the most affordable paving materials available for parking lots, driveways, and roads. On average it costs less than concrete per square foot and it is also more durable. Since parking lots tend to be large areas, asphalt is the most popular choice. If you’re planning to pave your parking lot, you [...]
Are you dreading the daunting task of shoveling your driveway this winter? In areas that get a lot of snow, this task may need to be done repeatedly throughout the season. You can shovel it yourself, use a snow blower, or hire someone to shovel or plow your driveway. Or you can save yourself a [...]
It may seem like an unusual term, but a driveway apron is the section of your driveway where it meets the road. In some ways it resembles the shape of an apron, which is where the name originated. It is also called the approach, which is a nod to the literal curb appeal it presents. [...]
Paving your driveway with asphalt can be very beneficial to your property’s curb appeal and functionality. Many people consider asphalt driveways because of the many benefits and low maintenance requirements, but they don’t know what the process of paving an asphalt driveway involves. Read on to learn everything you need to know about the asphalt [...]
New asphalt paving makes a home or business look great. When you install new asphalt, you need to know how long it takes before it is safe to walk or drive on it. You could hurt yourself or damage the surface if you put weight on newly laid asphalt too soon. Fortunately, you can safely [...]
Asphalt or concrete for driveways and parking lots - which is the better choice? If you’re considering paving your driveway or parking lot, we know there are many different things to take into account when making your decision, including: How your driveway or parking lot may look Material performance and longevity Cost over all Time [...]
Asphalt pavement is a terrific paving choice for driveways, parking lots, roads and more. With good installation and regular, routine maintenance, your asphalt can last for a long time. But, there are a few things that can destroy asphalt and greatly shorten lifespan. It’s easy to avoid these problems, and prevent costly replacement or expensive [...]
Are you considering paving your driveway? At Top West Asphalt, we know there are many different things to take into account from how you want your driveway to look to the performance and longevity of your new driveway installation. Taking into account the amount of time needed to install the driveway, surface durability, and the [...]
What causes potholes? The short answer is distressed pavement, which occurs from aging asphalt, ongoing traffic, weather, and lack of maintenance. As cars and trucks pass over a weather-weakened or aging spot in the road, pieces of that road surface will break down, causing cracks and gaps. Without proper maintenance, even small cracks can become [...]
