Quality Asphalt Services
posted on August 22, 2018
Asphalt
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What makes good asphalt work stand out? Is there more to it than a flat, even surface? Most people judge quality asphalt services by how the asphalt looks. However, there’s a lot more to quality than a smooth, black surface.

The difference between a good asphalt job and a bad asphalt job is in the details. To help you pick out a quality asphalt project from those that are lacking, we pulled together some things to look for as you’re assessing the new pavement or a proposal from a potential contractor.

Ways to Identify Quality Asphalt Services

Mediocre asphalt work will be missing some or all of these components. If you can check off all of these, you’ve received quality asphalt services from a company that values craftsmanship.

  • Two-inch asphalt overlay: The thickness of the new asphalt overlay is one of the most important ingredients in a quality asphalt project. Two inches prevents easy cracking and retains structural integrity for longer than a one-inch overlay.
  • Smooth transition from existing pavement: If you’re not paving your parking lot for the first time, look at the edge of the lot to assess quality standards. The transition between old and new pavement should be smooth and even for cars to drive over.
  • Water drainage: Standing water is a pavement’s worst nightmare, and shouldn’t be pooling on asphalt. When water doesn’t drain properly, it can seep into tiny cracks in the pavement and break down the structural components of the asphalt.
  • Primer applied: A liquid prime coat helps bond the new asphalt overlay to the old asphalt surface.
  • Detailed work: Smooth edges and uniform, even pavement does not come naturally. It means taking extra steps, like cleaning dust and dirt from the old pavement before priming it and taking special care with edges and curbs.

“The final result was amazing. It looked like a brand new parking lot. The seams were very tight and there was a very smooth transition between surfaces. They also did an excellent job of clean up once they were completed – there was no evidence that they were even there completing such a large scale project. It was as if it was magically done overnight.”

— Jenee Dessenberg, Retail Properties of America, Inc.

Without quality asphalt services, your asphalt will need to be replaced and repaired more often, costing you time and money. To prevent that, make sure to talk to your service provider about the quality of work you expect beforehand. If they can’t promise high enough standards, it may be time to start looking elsewhere for your asphalt needs.

If you have questions about quality asphalt services, our team can help you decide what makes sense for your needs. Contact us today.

Ford Asphalt Company
Our team specializes in a wide range of asphalt and concrete services in and around St. Louis, Missouri. Contact us today with your questions and to learn more.