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Road contractors have to make a decision whether to complete work in the daytime or at night. Their jobs do not take place in secluded offices; they are in the middle of public transportation, which means they need to take safety measures to manage oncoming road traffic. It is a risky business, but when done well, it all goes smoothly. Timing can play a role in a project’s success. Below, we’ll take a look at the pros and cons of daytime vs. nighttime road work.

Pros and Cons of Daytime Road Work

Pros

Is daytime the best time for road paving, maintenance, and repair work? In broad daylight, you have the greatest visibility, especially in pleasant weather, which increases safety levels for everyone involved and potentially productivity for road workers.

Road workers also benefit from working in daytime hours, not having to sacrifice sleeping hours for work. In spring through fall, daylight hours are long, giving road workers more time to complete the work each day and possibly shortening the project time frame.

Traffic patterns can be predictable in the daytime; it’s possible to know the general highs and lows of traffic along a particular route and manage traffic accordingly.

Cons

The downside is that there is usually much more traffic during the day than at night, which could lead to riskier working and driving conditions. It could also cause significant traffic delays, and usually does. Proper road safety measures help the traffic move smoothly regardless.

The other con is that summer heat can cause heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Workers must prepare and manage their health on the job site through hydration, diet, and PPE.

Pros and Cons of Nighttime Road Work

Pros

Nighttime road work benefits from the lighter road traffic. There are fewer vehicles to direct, and vehicles have a greater chance of taking care of the road work signs and sites.

Road workers can also be very productive with the right lighting equipment and long working hours. Projects can move along just as quickly at night as in the daytime.

While summer nights can also be very hot, they are always cooler than daytime weather. Road workers are less likely to run into a heat advisory at night, and work can continue as usual.

Cons

Drivers can be more reckless at night, and so there remains some risk of nighttime road work. Visibility remains an issue that lighting must compensate for. With the right preparations, though, these cons are non-issues.

Receive Asphalt Paving Services with Tri-State Paving

Call Tri-State Paving. We’re a seasoned asphalt pavement company based in Maryland and have the experience and knowledge to help you with asphalt, concrete, and hardscaping projects.

We refuse to sell hot air to our customers, and that’s why we have been around for over four decades. We listen, inform, educate, and then decide what is best for our customers’ project and budget. If any problems arise during construction, we keep our customers updated and respond to make the imperfect perfect.

Our area numbers are:

West Chester: 610.563.9456

Oxford: 610.932.3566

Delaware: 302.757.4100

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Is night the best time for road construction? Let’s take a look.

Nighttime road work can begin as early as spring in Maryland, and peaks in summer through fall. Nighttime road work can include the repairing, maintaining, or paving of asphalt and concrete pavements, such as sidewalks, highways, main roads, parking lots, etc. You might have even started seeing roadwork crews gathering to start a night shift. What are the benefits of nighttime road work?

Potentially Increased Traffic Safety

In general, fewer people are traveling the roads by night. Fewer people are occupying parking lots. With less traffic, it can reduce the risks of road work. It is less likely for an accident to occur; traffic accidents involving road work can lead to serious injury or fatality to road workers or drivers. On the other hand, nighttime drivers can be potentially less careful than daytime drivers, which is why the next point is so crucial.

Easier Traffic Control

Traffic control measures mark out where drivers must avoid and notify oncoming traffic to slow down due to the road work. With less traffic to control, it is easier to set up and manage traffic during the night than it is during the day. You also have a lower chance of causing traffic jams because of construction work.

Longer Working Periods

The longer the available working period, the better. The days might be longer in summer, but the nighttime can lend asphalt and concrete contractors longer hours to complete jobs as much as possible at once, even if the project takes multiple days. It provides a more efficient and speedy use of time to complete necessary road work.

Cooler Weather

At night, the weather is cooler, even in July and August when the weather is as hot and humid as it can get. High temperatures can cut road work short on summer days, but in the evening, outdoor construction work can get on with less risk to workers’ health.

Beneficial for Asphalt and Concrete Work

Asphalt and concrete paving need to happen within a certain temperature range for the asphalt or concrete to cure properly. Nighttime weather can actually be better for asphalt and concrete paving than the height of summer heat. Even if the weather is cold, contractors can heat the paving area so that the materials set successfully.

Receive Asphalt Paving Services with Tri-State Paving

Call Tri-State Paving. We’re a seasoned asphalt pavement company based in Maryland and have the experience and knowledge to help you with asphalt, concrete, and hardscaping projects.

We refuse to sell hot air to our customers, and that’s why we have been around for over four decades. We listen, inform, educate, and then decide what is best for our customers’ project and budget. If any problems arise during construction, we keep our customers updated and respond to make the imperfect perfect.

Our area numbers are:

West Chester: 610.563.9456

Oxford: 610.932.3566

Delaware: 302.757.4100

Check back here for weekly updates on current projects, important paving facts and info, and smart ideas for homeowners interested in concrete, asphalt, or hardscaping work.

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.

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