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Five Things Asphalt is Used for in Addition to Your Driveway

Asphalt, a most versatile material Asphalt is well-known for being a flexible and versatile paving material. In fact, about 85% of the world’s annual production of asphalt is used to build the safe and attractive roads, paths, and driveways we use every day. But asphalt is capable of doing so much more than providing a […]

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How to Choose a Commercial Paving Company

If you’re managing a large commercial paving project, you’ll want to hire a paving company in Vancouver that will get the job done right, and right on schedule. Choosing the right commercial paving company for your paving project will not only save you time and money, it will cut down on potential headaches, delays, and […]

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Burnaby Blacktop Brings You The History of Asphalt

When you think of asphalt, you probably imagine long, sweeping roadways, perfectly paved paths, and pristine parking lots. But asphalt, also known as bitumen, has enjoyed a long and interesting career as an exceptionally versatile construction material. Since asphalt is a naturally occurring resource, its use actually dates back to ancient times. Over the years, […]

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Handy Dandy Asphalt Parking Lot Cleaning Tips

Asphalt parking lots or driveways can be difficult to clean, and paying for a professional to do the job can cost you a lot of money! If you don’t have the budget to pay for your asphalt to be cleaned, there are several DIY options that you have. Before you get started to make sure […]

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7 Tips to Make Your Asphalt Driveway Last Longer

Assuming you had your asphalt paving done by professionals who took the time to do it right – proper drainage installed, good aggregate base, and nice even grading – you can expect it to last a long time. That said as with just about anything you use, doing proper maintenance and caring for your driveway […]

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Seal Coating – Helping Your Driveway Go The Distance

Seal coating can be a great way to extend the life of your driveway Why should I seal coat my asphalt driveway? When properly paved by professionals an asphalt driveway of the parking lot is both functional and attractive. But let’s face it, they have a tough job to do and are exposed to the elements. […]

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Driveway Repairs – What To Look Out For

Things to look out for when getting your driveway repaired When is it time to get my Driveway repaired? Over the years, your asphalt driveway will deteriorate due to natural aging and other factors.  In Vancouver area the increased snow and ice, colder winter temperatures are also going to add wear and tear. This is […]

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Paving Your Driveway The Right Way

TIME TO PAVE YOUR DRIVEWAY! This is the fourth article in our series. Please check out the first three articles – Asphalt -Making the World Run Smoothly, Planning for a new Paved Driveway and Getting the base and basics right for your new driveway. If you have read all of our previous articles, you know […]

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Getting the base and basics right for your new Paved Driveway

What goes under your pavement makes a big difference In our previous post we discussed the design considerations and planning that should be done prior to paving your driveway. One thing that needs to be considered is if the paving is a new installation or is replacing an old and worn out driveway that is […]

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