February 2025

The Effects of Weather on Concrete vs Asphalt

The Effects of Weather on Concrete vs Asphalt

Weather has pronounced effects on both concrete and asphalt. In general, these are wearing effects that will cause the pavement to fail early if they are not accounted for and mitigated. However, concrete expresses better weatherability (resistance to weather-related wear), compared to asphalt, but it is susceptible to certain types of weather. With on-time preventative

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Common Mistakes When Hiring Concrete Contractors

Common Mistakes When Hiring Concrete Contractors

Concrete work is an investment for any property owner, and to ensure you get maximum value for your investment, avoid these common mistakes when hiring concrete contractors: Assuming any concrete contractor is good enough for the job Going for the cheapest contractor quote, no matter what Failing to verify the contractor’s work history with previous

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8 Questions to Ask Your Houston Asphalt Contractor

8 Questions to Ask Your Houston Asphalt Contractor

Before committing to an asphalt paving project, there are questions you should ask a prospective Houston asphalt contractor, including: Have you worked on similar projects in the past? Do you handle the site preparation as well? Can you provide referrals for previous projects? Do you anticipate installing new pavement or overlaying the existing pavement? What

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