Parking lots are built to last for decades, but the occasional repair or bit of maintenance is expected along the way. It’s important to schedule this maintenance when it’s clearly necessary, as doing so will minimize the lot’s operating costs and likely prevent costly replacement before it is time. For property owners, that means catching …
Six Signs that a Houston Parking Lot Needs to be Repaired Read More »
Concrete can’t be beat in terms of durability. With just a modest amount of maintenance, the material will last for decades with minimal issues. As tough as it is, though, concrete isn’t completely invulnerable. Weather, wear, and the occasional accident can cause minor instances of damage to emerge in commercial concrete. If handled promptly, minor …
Concrete Maintenance and Repair: A Guide to Commercial Pavement in Houston Read More »
When businesses think of ADA compliance, they probably don’t think of their parking lots first, but pavement is a critical part of accessibility and is tightly regulated at both the federal and state levels. In fact, the regulations attached to pavement and parking lot construction are complicated enough that many property owners turn to a …
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Asphalt paving services include site preparation, installation, and the maintenance of asphalt surfaces. These services should be provided by a Houston expert pavement contractor that can partner with a business for the pavement’s lifespan. For property owners to maximize their asphalt pavement investment, asphalt services will be needed periodically during the pavement’s life. Here, we’ll …
Preparing Your Parking Lot for Freezing Conditions Before Winter Sets In It’s no secret that weather is pavement’s biggest enemy. Seasonal changes tend to expose structural weaknesses lurking inside of failing asphalt and concrete, resulting in sudden, severe failures. Most weather-related damage has more to do with seasonal cycles than with extreme weather itself. As …
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Addressing Stubborn Longitudinal Cracking Longitudinal cracking is ubiquitous on Texas highways, and any heavily trafficked road in the state, for that matter. These expansive cracks emerge parallel to the road’s edge and can extend for many feet before terminating. They tend to widen with time, so longitudinal cracks can be a pest for motorists and …
How Heat Affects Parking Lots in Houston When Houston makes weather headlines, it is typically due to heat, flooding or hurricanes. This past summer, the heat was front and center with one record after another getting smashed. 2023 will officially go down as the hottest Houston summer of all time, and while relief is finally …
Commercial development is ongoing all over the Bayou City, which means Houston’s paving companies are constantly busy. Parking lots, parking garages, access roads, foundations – if your commercial property is ready for development, you’ll need an expert Houston paving team to oversee much of that development. Pavement installation is a complex process that should only …
Asphalt is a reliable pavement material, providing an excellent mix of durability, flexibility, and cost effectiveness throughout its lifespan. As for lifespan, asphalt pavement will last for at least 15 years if professionally installed. However, asphalt can last much longer with on-schedule maintenance. By occasionally restoring the asphalt surface, property owners can extract maximum value …
If concrete or asphalt paving isn’t installed while observing best practices, that pavement is doomed to early failure. Whether it’s a parking lot, a road, a driveway, a sidewalk, or another large piece of commercial pavement, it should provide 25-30 years of reliable performance with proper installation and maintenance. This is only possible if the …
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