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Here’s how to get rid of weeds in your asphalt for good!
From spring through fall, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Delaware are rich with fast-growing plants. Trees, weeds, flowers, and other plants spring up in abundance, whether they are supposed to be there or not. While it’s lovely to see how fertile the land is, it isn’t so welcome when it involves your asphalt driveway. If you see weeds growing through asphalt, you can take any of the following steps, along with the last step, to remove them.
How do asphalt contractors prevent or fix flooded roads? Learn more here.
Flooding has ravaged parts of the United States in recent times (2024-2025) and historically, in some cases, like flash floods, the chance of any road surviving is next to none. However, road construction can be robust enough to prevent expected storms from washing out the highways and byways. Tri-State Paving is here to service Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Delaware’s public, commercial, and private roads. Here’s how contractors implement flood prevention in road construction.
Summer is a great time for asphalt driveway work; here’s why.
Driveways can last for well over fifteen years; in fact, some are around for a good half a century. Depending on your driveway’s age, though, it might be time to repave the driveway. A professional asphalt contractor can help you determine if you need to replace your driveway entirely or can make do with resurfacing. The best time to do this project is between June and August. Why repave your driveway in summer?
Save your blacktop from intense summer heat with any of these strategies!
Are you concerned about how to keep your driveway or parking lot cooler in summer? If people complain that it is too hot to the touch or for dogs’ paws and your area deals with a ton of direct sunlight, then it could be worth looking into. Tri-State Paving can help you install a driveway, parking lot, or another type of asphalt surface that will live up to your needs. As for dealing with hot weather, here is how to keep the blacktop cooler in summer.
Did you know the percentage of new roads using RAP is this high?
Recycled asphalt is one option that asphalt contractors can use to install new roads, parking lots, trails, and other pavements. Recycled asphalt pavement (also known as RAP) is made of old asphalt millings that are broken up and mixed with new binders and aggregates. You might have heard that asphalt is the most recycled material in the nation, if not the world. The following questions would be, “What percentage of new roads use recycled asphalt?”
There’s more to an asphalt driveway than the surface. How deep does it go?
When it comes to installing a new driveway or replacing an old one, achieving the rightasphalt driveway thickness is crucial. Many homeowners don’t realize how much of an impact thickness has on the longevity and performance of their asphalt driveway. That’s why we’re going to explore why asphalt driveway thickness matters, how to choose the right thickness for your needs, and offer tips to ensure a driveway that lasts for years to come.
Colored asphalt pavement is quickly becoming a popular choice for many.
Colored asphalt pavement is quickly becoming a popular choice for municipalities, commercial property owners, and developers looking to improve the appearance, functionality, and safety of paved surfaces. From bike lanes and pedestrian zones to decorative commercial lots and residential driveways, this innovative paving solution is transforming how we think about asphalt.
Asphalt and rain: can they mix? Get answers from the experts.
When it comes to installing high-quality, long-lasting asphalt pavement, timing is everything. One of the most important factors to consider is weather, and more specifically, rain. Many homeowners and contractors wonder: Can you lay asphalt in the rain?
The short answer? No, it is not recommended. While paving in rainy weather may seem like a minor inconvenience, it can severely impact the quality, durability, and lifespan of your pavement.
In this guide, we’ll explain why laying asphalt in the rain is problematic, what can happen if you try it, and how you can plan your project for the best results.
How is it made? Learn how Tri-State Paving paves roads here.
Asphalt paving makes up the groundwork of our civilization. All peoples over time need roads, driveways, and other pavements to travel safely. Today, asphalt is arguably the best material for paving and is the most recycled material on the planet. Are you curious about how roads are made? Learn the five basic steps in laying asphalt paving right here.
Maintained roads make people happy! Here’s why road maintenance is so valuable.
You might have seen funny memes or reels on social media about bad roads in different areas of the country. Poor road conditions are a telling aspect of the quality of living in a particular area, or at the very least, what it’s like to travel through there. There are different reports for Maryland’s roads. While people generally agree that Maryland drivers have something to be desired overall, Maryland roads range from above average to poor. What is the value of maintained roads? The impact is greater than you think.
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