As drivers, as passengers, and simply as humans, we have an intricate relationship with roads. We drive on them, yes. But we also ride bikes on them, walk next to them, use them to navigate, and define our towns, cities, and even states by the roads that run through. It's true that we have a strange and complex relationship with the road, and what happens to the road will affect us, too. That's why, when we hear about "chip sealing," we naturally have countless questions.
We rely on roads more than we know. Every day, we battle traffic to get wherever we need to go, and then battle traffic to get back again--but it is because of roads that any of this is possible. We learn the names of roads, know where they're going, know which other roads they intersect and learn so much about how crowded they are that we know just which ones to avoid. These simple paths of asphalt decorated with white and yellow lines are important parts of daily life, but the thing is, we...
From the moment we first get our license, it's all about the car. We focus on make and model and passengers and insurance, and, most importantly, how to stay safe with all of the other cars surrounding us. We obsess over the perfect paint-job and envy those who speed past us in gorgeous sports cars. It's true: driving is a big part of our lives, but it can't be "all about the car." The road, too, deserves a fair portion of our attention—after all, it is this silent, snaking path of asphalt,...
At the heart of almost everything we do, there is a road. Roads unite the world, connecting people to their homes, their favorite stores, their travel destinations, and, most importantly, to each other. Although most of us will use a variety of roads every day, we rarely stop to give much thought to those stretches of painted asphalt that can lead us almost anywhere we want to go. Today, we'll take a close look at the construction of asphalt pavements--not only for a better appreciation of...
When we slip behind the steering wheel, our attention must automatically be everywhere at once: our car, our passengers, the other drivers, the weather conditions--the list is almost endless. However, one of the most important parts of driving is our relationship with the road itself. As drivers, we must pay a lot of attention to the road. Although it is, in its simplest form, a stretch of asphalt that has been lovingly adorned with painted lines and arrows, the road is one of the things we...
Your driveway is the entrance that sweeps up to your home sweet home. It is the first welcome your guests receive. Perhaps your driveway is in sad shape or just needs a little maintenance on the cracks or ruts. How do you as a homeowner know if seal coating is the answer or if it's time for a brand new asphalt driveway?
Is your driveway . . .
...
When installing a new driveway or parking lot, you'll want to make sure that you are receiving quality service and that the project will last for years to come. Unfortunately, some contractors take shortcuts, use the wrong materials and bid low to snag a job. Ensure that your asphalt is installed with care with the proper materials. When done right, the investment is worth it.
Idaho Asphalt Services offers five steps to make certain that your asphalt investment is a good one.
Sealcoating a driveway improves its appearance and reduces cracking. Before you make a decision about whether to do it yourself or hire a Boise professional, here are a few helpful suggestions.
In the United States, concrete and asphalt account for ninety percent of driveways. Both substances crack and discolor over time. Cracks result from time and weather, especially in unsealed driveways. When water seeps through the...
The first thing your customers, clients, and visitors see when they arrive is your parking lot. The maintenance of a parking lot is a very good indicator of how a business will perform.
Boise customers want parking lots that allow them to enter, park, and exit quickly and safely. Parking lot striping can make your worn out asphalt parking lot look new again. Striping can ensure that your parking lot is attractive,...
Whether you own a home or a business, take a moment to think about your front pavement. Is it giving customers the impression that you hope to create for your business? Do friends and family feel comfortable pulling up to your home? If you aren’t sure that you are giving the impression that you want, then maybe it’s time to consider some of the most popular Idaho asphalt services.
Some of the common problems facing parking lots and driveways are...
