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<div style="font-size: 14px; text-align: center;">-Be Extra Careful in Parking Lots</div><div style="font-size: 14px; text-align: center;">-Getting Out of the Car</div><div style="font-size: 14px; text-align: center;">-Walking Across the Parking Lot</div><div style="font-size: 14px; text-align: center;">-Walk Close to Adults</div><div style="font-size: 14px; text-align: center;">-Be Aware</div><div style="font-size: 14px; text-align: center;">-Look and Listen for Moving Cars</div><div style="font-size: 14px; text-align: center;">-Freeze if Car Backs Out</div><div style="font-size: 14px; text-align: center;">-Set a Good Example</div><div style="font-size: 14px; text-align: center;">-Tell Driver when Buckled</div></span></div>Vaca Vet Stripinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04769919392794811432noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7322491668561025449.post-71742268785847292032024-03-13T12:30:00.000-07:002024-03-13T12:30:00.151-07:00All of the Benefits of Sealcoating Asphalt Pavement<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>Here's why that driveway sealer project shouldn't be at the bottom of your to-do list.
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For new homeowners who aren't familiar, sealcoat (or pavement sealer) is a liquid coating mixture that's usually applied to asphalt-based pavement. When moving into your new house, fixing the driveway might not be high on your list of priorities. In fact, you might even be asking yourself: Is sealcoating really necessary for my home?
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If you’ve made an investment by purchasing a house, you want to take great care of it, right? You spend hours picking the perfect colors to match your sheets, and every Sunday you bring out the vacuum to suck dirt and debris. You might even spend money trimming your trees and bushes to keep them looking lovely.
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When you think about it, your driveway takes up much of your front yard. A cracked, dirty, and faded driveway just doesn’t match with clean, polished cars. Here are some reasons why you should invest in a sealcoat for your driveway.
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<b>1. Maintain its Appearance</b><br />
Your driveway takes up space. It’s where cars are parked and where children play during the sweltering summer months. If it isn’t well-maintained, it can have a detrimental effect on your house’s appearance. Asphalt driveways are prone to cracking, fading, and other signs of distress. It doesn’t look good to anyone! Cracks in the asphalt can even lead to accidents.
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A sealcoat sits on top of a driveway and acts as a barrier for it. Its deep black color looks regal and strong. The coat prevents water, car fluids, water, the sun, salt, and other chemicals from warping the color or eating away at the driveway. And a sealcoat will prevent weeds from growing in the asphalt. That means no more getting down on hands and knees just to clean those irritating weeds!
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New sealcoat, when applied, looks bold and dark. It improves the appearance of both new and old asphalt, adding a pop of vibrancy to your house that you may not have expected.
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<b>2. Prevent Cracks</b><br />
Sometimes, your new home comes with cracks in the pavement. You might be inclined to think, “Well, the previous owner seemed just fine with these cracks. The driveway looks good enough.” Don’t settle for mediocrity—you deserve the best!
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Water that seeps into the base material can cause small cracks to widen. Sealcoating your driveway properly will prevent that. Any minor cracks and rough patches can be smoothed over, and if there's any dirt on your driveway, the rain can easily wash it away. That's because sealcoat is a non-porous, smooth surface.
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<b>3. Protect the Asphalt</b><br />
The sun can burn our skin, but did you know it can also harm your driveway? Surface voids on asphalt can absorb oxygen and UV rays. The radiation from the sun can warp the asphalt and cause the color to fade quickly. On top of that, pockets of surface void allow oil or gas to penetrate.
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Chemical spills can also worsen your driveway's condition. With a thick layer of sealcoat, you'll be able to prevent (or at the very least, minimize) the harmful effects of spills and the sun. By lowering the rate of water absorption (the water will run right off), sealcoating minimizes the risks of damage due to water, snow, and freezing. There are many things that can destroy your driveway: gas, diesel fuel, salt, chemicals, oil, and ice. It's better to prevent these from attacking your driveway so that you won't have to risk costly damage control.
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<b>4. It's Strong</b><br />
Sealcoat helps attract heat from sunlight and becomes more pliable when hot. Instead of the asphalt cracking at high temperatures, the sealcoat will mold to shape. If you have guests over, the asphalt won’t waver under the combined weight of the cars. That’s because the sealcoat will be there to protect it.
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<b>5. It Saves Money</b><br />
Sealcoating can be done as a weekend DIY project, or you can hire someone to do it for you. A DIY sealcoat project should cost about $50 to $200. It all depends on the size of your driveway. On the other hand, hiring a professional is probably safer. It would cost about $200 to $500. If you choose to hire a company or a person, you can be assured that they'll be more familiar with good products. Different products work better in certain areas (because of the temperature and climate), and a professional will know which sealants are best avoided.
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Whether you choose to do it yourself or hire someone else, sealcoating your driveway is far cheaper than spending hundreds of dollars trying to repair or even replace your driveway's asphalt!
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If you allow moisture to seep into the driveway, you might not notice at first. But after weeks, the quickened deterioration will begin to show as your asphalt becomes more and more distressed. It’s much easier to prevent the issues instead of scrambling to find someone who can quickly fix the asphalt! Just make sure that you wait 90 days after setting a new asphalt driveway to apply the sealcoat.<br />
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There are several reasons why many commercial property owners are paving their driveways with asphalt rather than concrete. Asphalt pavement comes with many benefits and advantages; especially when it comes to maintenance and repair. Asphalt is much more economical than concrete for this reason and more. On top of its flexibility and easy maintenance aspects, it typically costs less than concrete materials at most hardware and construction stores.<br />
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Although concrete paving can last up to 15 or 20 years without needing repairs, asphalt is still a trendier choice for most residential and commercial properties for a number of reasons. Continue reading to catch up on some important information about asphalt paving and why it is more popular than concrete these days.<br />
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<b>Asphalt Pavement for Driveways </b><br />
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As mentioned before, concrete can last up to fifteen or twenty years without needing repairs; while asphalt paving may eventually require some upkeep after about five to seven years. There are several reasons why asphalt pavement can weaken or deteriorate. For example, elemental conditions, over-exposure, negligence, cars, and the surrounding natural environment call all have an effect on asphalt pavements. The following influences are common contributors to asphalt damage, potholes, and wear and tear:<br />
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<li>Substantial Water Saturation</li>
<li>Constant Exposure to Moisture</li>
<li>Harsh Storms</li>
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<li>Poor Foundation</li>
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It is recommended to place sprinklers and watering hoses far from newly paved asphalt driveways. Also, large or old trees should be removed to protect new asphalt from tree root damage. Even if the tree seems like it will not be a threat, it is safer to remove it before experiencing asphalt damage from underground root systems. As soon as you see a pothole or crack appear, it is suggested to take immediate action to prevent further wear and tear. The sooner an asphalt issue is acknowledged and fixed, the less expensive the repair will cost. You can purchase asphalt fillers and pothole repair kits at local hardware and home good stores; however, it is highly recommended to seek out professional assistance from a licensed and experienced asphalt paving engineer. They can give you the best advice on asphalt maintenance and repair. If you do decide to repair asphalt driveway damages on your own, you can still ask a retail clerk at the store for extra instructions or advice. They too should know plenty of information about the product they are selling.<br />
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Asphalt Maintenance<br />
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Asphalt pavement is commonly used on many different projects. It is a popular material due to its cost-effectiveness, durability, ease of implementation and is great at withstanding heavy loads. It can be used for walkways, driveways, parking lots and complete roadways. Many may not know that asphalt does require inspections and routine maintenance for long life. Common asphalt maintenance procedures are as follows:<br />
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Asphalt has a long life span as long as proper maintenance is performed. Asphalt deterioration begins as soon as the freshly laid asphalt begins to cool. Oil, sun oxidation, salt, water penetration, weather all affect the life span.<br />
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Asphalt Repair and Patching<br />
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Patching is a frequently used repair technique for imperfections such as potholes. Potholes can be formed by the freezing and thawing of water in unsealed or improperly sealed cracks. As the ice forms, it expands and damages the surrounding asphalt leaving voids and thus a pothole is born. The process of replacing the asphalt depends on the affected area and the seasonal conditions.<br />
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In some cases, it can be more cost effective to resurface or overlay the asphalt. Good candidates for resurfacing are low spots, large sections of interconnecting cracks. This process is unique to each job and can consist of leveling of low spots, grinding off uneven surfaces, adjusting drainage paths and other details pertaining to the specific problem.<br />
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Without ongoing maintenance, asphalt surfaces can degrade until the only option is a replacement. Proper procedures must be followed to ensure the repair and replacement surface last. Cost varies depending on the job.<br />
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Asphalt Pavement begins to deteriorate as soon as it is laid down. Fuel and lubricants dissolve it, water softens it and sunlight accelerates oxidation to break down the binder. Unsealed blacktop can lose half its thickness in twenty years.<br />
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Within a year or so, the original black color begins to pale. The binder asphalt begins to lose plasticity. Hairline cracks form. After five years the entire thickness has oxidized and become brittle. The color is light gray. By the eighth
year, cracks extend clear through the pavement. Material is loose on the
top. The base fails as water soaks through. Within a year or so, areas
with alligatoring cracks become potholes. After fifteen years, the
entire surface will have broken up.<br />
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DOES YOUR ASPHALT PARKING LOT NEED REPAIRING?<br />
<br />
"IMPORTANT REPAIR TIPS"<br />
<br />
When
was the last time that you thought about your asphalt parking lot and
its upkeep? This is the same place where you park your car everyday and
the entrance to your home or office. It is a known fact that first
impressions are lasting and this is true for your clients or friends
when they drive into your parking lot. They are either encouraged to
come and visit you or turn around and drive away, depending on the look
of your surroundings and yes, this includes your parking lot!<br />
<br />
We
will first start with a few statistics of asphalt parking lot upkeep. If
your asphalt is sealcoated every three years, it will have an average
life span of thirty years! If your asphalt is not sealcoated, it will
have an average life span of fifteen years. Asphalt repairs can cost as
much as much as $6.00 per square foot. Sealcoat can be applied for as
little as 8 cents per square foot. It doesn't take a genius to figure
out that sealcoating your asphalt every three years prevents major
repair costs in future years.<br />
To determine if your parking lot needs any repairing, go take a look at it. Here are a few signs to look for:<br />
<br />
1.
Rough Asphalt - Is the surface of your asphalt not smooth? Can you see
the tops of the rock or aggregate showing through? Are pieces of rock coming out of your asphalt? These are all signs that you need to have
your parking lot sealed and repaired. Excessively rough areas usually
require installing a new asphalt skin patch prior to sealcoating so that
the sealcoat will last when being applied to these areas.<br />
<br />
2.
Cracked Asphalt - Do you have cracks appearing in your asphalt? These
can be caused by either excess water under the parking area or lack of
proper sealcoat maintenance over the years. These areas can be repaired
by either rubber crack filling or removing and replacing them with new
asphalt depending on how severe the damage has been. Cracks can also be
caused by tree root pressure.<br />
<br />
3. Worn Stripes - Is your parking
space striping and stenciling looking worn? Are the old lines appearing through your old sealcoat? These are signs that it is time to sealcoat
and re-stripe the parking area. Striping is the most noticeable part of
the parking lot and it is very important that you have a neatly done
job.<br />
<br />
When choosing an asphalt contractor to do the work, make sure
you ask for references to previous jobs that were completed. Call those
people to see if they were satisfied with the asphalt contractor's
work. Remember, price is not everything! Some contractors use better
materials and do better work than other contractors.<br />
<br />
As a rule of
thumb, make sure that the asphalt contractor dilutes the sealcoat with a
maximum of 10% water. This way you will get a thicker coat of sealer-
and that will last a long time. When your asphalt is severely cracked
(alligatored) and needs to be removed and replaced with new asphalt,
make sure that the new asphalt is installed to a depth of at least 3
inches. This will usually give you a good solid patch. Remember, first
impressions are lasting. People like a clean and well kept parking lot.<br />
Stop... Think About Your Asphalt Driveway!
<br />
<br />
When was the last time that you thought about your asphalt driveway
(the path that leads to your humble home and the place where you park
your car)? This article will give you the in's and out's on caring for
your asphalt driveway, whether it is new or otherwise.<br />
<br />
If you have
an asphalt driveway, seal it! The sun and water are your driveway's
worst enemies. If you do not regularly seal your driveway, the surface
will become rough and the asphalt will start to crack, causing further
damage. If your driveway is older, has started to get rough, and is
forming small cracks it is even more urgent that you seal it to protect
your investment.<br />
<br />
If you decide to do the job yourself, you can buy
asphalt sealer in five-gallon containers at any of your local lumber
companies or home improvement stores. You also need to purchase a
special sealer broom to apply the sealer and a paintbrush to cut in
along walls and tight areas. Applying the sealer to your driveway can be
tricky. You need to apply it in even brush strokes. When it dries it
will look just the way you brushed it on. The sealer will dry very fast
so you need to work very quickly.<br />
<br />
There is a big difference
between the sealers that YOU can buy and the sealers that are used by
asphalt contractors who seal driveways for a living. The sealers that
the asphalt contractors use contain silica sand and/or slate which
allows the seal to last about twice as long as the kind purchased at the
store. The asphalt contractor uses a mixer machine to keep the
aggregates agitated. Otherwise, it would stick like lead to the bottom
of the container. If you seal your own driveway, it's good to do it
about every year. If you have a contractor do it, have him seal it every
three years.<br />
<br />
If your driveway is older and has some cracks, it is
recommended to fix them before any more damage occurs. Asphalt cracking
is caused primarily by the effects of the sun and by moisture. Proper
attention to cracks will prevent your driveway from breaking down
further and will double the life of your asphalt. If you seal your own
cracks, make sure that you buy a crack sealer that has rubber compounds.
This type of product allows the crack to expand and contract without
breaking open. Rubber crack sealer will flex with the movement of the
asphalt and will help prevent water from seeping into the crack. Always
seal the cracks before you seal your asphalt driveway. If you hire a
contractor to seal your cracks, make sure he uses a rubber based sealer.
(Some do not!)<br />
<br />
Your driveway is an investment. The better you
take care of it, the less it will cost you in the long run. The best
thing about a well-maintained driveway is that it looks great and
enhances the look of your home.<br />
<br />
Does Your Parking Lot Sing the Trash Truck Blues?<br />
<br />
I
can't count the amount of phone calls that we have received from irate
apartment owners. The conversation usually starts out by the owner
saying, "Those darn trash trucks are ruining my asphalt parking lot.
There are cracks as far as the eye can see and the ground is starting to
heave. I'm afraid that one of my tenants is going to fall and brake a
leg." As you know, these are all very valid concerns.<br />
<br />
Trash trucks
are the leading cause of asphalt parking lot damage. Generally, parking
lots are not constructed to handle heavy truck traffic. Usually the
base material (decomposed granite) on older parking lots has not been
installed or has been installed in a very thin layer. The pavement that
is laid on top of this base is only as strong as the base material. This
can cause premature stress on the asphalt pavement when a heavy truck
passes over the surface.<br />
<br />
Think about it! One pass of an 18,000
pound load on a single axle truck has the same effect on an asphalt
parking lot as 9,600 automobile passes. What does your local trash truck
weigh when it is full of wet, smelly, compacted garbage? It usually
weighs more than 18,000 pounds. If your trash truck shows up once or
twice a week, the damage load can be the equivalent of between 10,000
and 20,000 cars. That's a lot of traffic!<br />
<br />
By now, you are probably
wondering what you can do about this problem. Depending on your
property, there are several measures that you can take to help repair
the current damage and limit future trash truck damage.<br />
<br />
The first
thing that you should do is to repair the damage that the trash truck
has caused. This usually requires saw-cutting and removing the damaged
asphalt and replacing it with new asphalt to a depth of not less than
four inches. The new asphalt patch should always be deeper than your
existing asphalt.<br />
<br />
If your trash truck damage is not too severe,
you can have your damaged areas overlaid with a new layer of Petromat
and asphalt. This is less expensive than removing and replacing your
asphalt. Petromat is made out of fiberglass and is designed to help
prevent your old pavement cracks from coming through the new layer of
asphalt. The new layer of asphalt must be a minimum of 1.5 inches deep
over the Petromat for maximum effectiveness. Since the level of your
existing parking lot will be raised by Petromat patches, you have to
make sure that water puddling will not become a problem.<br />
After
your asphalt patches have been completed, you should sealcoat and
re-stripe your parking lot to keep it looking nice and to help keep your
patches tightly locked and waterproof.<br />
<br />
The second thing that you
should do is to figure out how to help prevent the damage from occurring
again! One way to do this is to install concrete pads where the trash
trucks cause the most damage. Usually this is in the FRONT of your trash
dumpsters. The concrete pads I see are usually too small or are in the
wrong location. You need to make sure that the concrete pad is longer
than the trash truck and is installed where he stops and picks up your
trash dumpster. The reason that this area is subject to the most damage
is that the trash truck is stopped causing the most down pressure on
your pavement. The truck also shakes and shudders when it is dumping
your dumpster which causes additional stress on the area. The concrete
pad should be a minimum of six inches deep, using steel rebar and 3,000
PSI concrete.<br />
<br />
The third thing that you should do is to review the
existing locations of your trash dumpsters. Closer is better! Some
apartment properties are situated so that the dumpster areas can be
moved closer to the street. Just remember, the closer to the street that
you can locate your trash dumpsters, the less it will cost you in
parking lot repairs. In most apartment owner cases, this means thousands
of dollars $$$ in long term savings.</div>
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<div><span style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.05); color: #131313; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">You’ll do a lot of parking when driving around, and it’s essential to know when and where you can park your car. Driving instructor Jacqueline will help you understand when you’re allowed to park and when parking is prohibited.
If parking is permitted often depends on the color of the curb. Out on the roads, you’ll find yellow lines, white lines, green lines, and red lines, and they all have different restrictions. To make it even harder, you’ll also have to look for various parking signs regulating whether parking is permitted or prohibited.
But don’t worry, follow along and learn everything you need about where you can park and parking restrictions!
If you want to study more and be 100% sure to pass your written test and road test, you can take permit practice tests using the links below. Remember, the more knowledge you have, the easier it is to pass your DMV exams:
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Lesson by Adrian Treharne, animation by Kozmonot Animation Studio.</span></div>Vaca Vet Stripinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04769919392794811432noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7322491668561025449.post-76946908305261066362024-02-03T12:00:00.000-08:002024-02-03T12:00:00.147-08:004 Most Common Forms of Asphalt Distress<h1 class="title entry-title" itemprop="name">
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<b><u><br /></u></b> <b><u>Stage 1: Preventative Maintenance</u></b><br />
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For the first few years, your driveway will only need preventative maintenance, sealcoating and crack filling every other year. Your driveway will stay in Stage 1 for as long as the cracks are not interconnected (alligatoring) and are not accompanied by settlement. Find a good local Sealcoater that will provide a written estimate.</div>
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Your driveway has entered Stage 2 when sealcoating and crack filling alone will not take care of the problem areas. The driveway may have settled at the garage or curb (very common) or developed spider/alligator cracking or potholes. At this point, you’ll need an asphalt repair to get your surface back in shape. Call an asphalt repair company that can either perform infrared repair or saw cut and remove repairs. Then every other year sealcoating and crack filling regimen mentioned in stage 1 should continue throughout stage 2.</div>
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When 20% or more of your driveway is in poor condition, it’s probably time for a new surface. At this point, repairs are no longer a cost-effective alternative. If you find yourself saying my driveway has potholes, cracking or settlement all over, it’s time to start over with a new driveway. Call a paving contractor and ask them whether you need complete removal and replacement or if resurfacing over your existing surface may be an option. There are certain circumstances that can make a case for repairing a driveway that’s in very bad shape. You may not have budgeted for a new driveway, but have some areas that can’t wait. In that case, just repair the very worst areas to get you by until a new driveway is in the budget.</div>
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A typical driveway will last 10-15 years, but this can vary due to the quality of the initial installation, poor drainage, ground movement, and proper maintenance. The key is to find quality contractors that will recommend the right process for <a href="http://www.blogger.com/null" name="OLE_LINK2"></a><span style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK2;">your driveway’s condition</span>, regardless of whether they provide that service or not.</div>
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Vaca Vet Stripinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04769919392794811432noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7322491668561025449.post-55692381981725780362024-01-31T11:00:00.000-08:002024-01-31T11:00:00.144-08:00How to Extend a Driveway with Asphalt | Ask This Old House<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5NLL8Wdjjbg" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div>
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Adding a parking spot to a driveway can increase the driveway’s usefulness, keep the vehicle safe and away from busy streets, and even provide an extra spot for repairs. And while it’s not exactly a DIY project, it’s helpful to understand the steps on how extending a driveway with asphalt is done.
You Might Need Permission
In many municipalities, the sidewalk and even some of the yard may belong to the town. Adding a parking space that may affect the town’s property will require permission. On top of that, the town may require a permit. While neither item is usually a big deal, homeowners should do their due diligence and check with the town first.
Hire an Asphalt Contractor
Asphalt requires special equipment, techniques, and knowledge, so it’s best to hire a contractor. Knowing how to slope the 300-degree asphalt before it hardens is critical, else there can be low spots that collect water or rain may run off in the wrong direction.
Mark the Utilities
Installing an asphalt driveway requires some excavation, and contractors need a general idea of where the utilities lie. For this reason, asphalt companies will call utility marking agencies to come out and mark the yard wherever the gas, sewer, water, or underground electricity travel under the yard.
Where to find it?
Mark recruits the help of a local asphalt contractor to install a parking spot for a homeowner on a busy street.
Contact utility locating services in preparation for any project that requires digging. Once water, gas, and sewer lines that run underground are identified and marked, it’s safe to proceed on to digging.
To prep the space the crew will dig down about 15” to get below the frost line and use a specialty
compactor, called a drum vibratory roller, to compact the soil to establish a solid base. Add a layer of crushed added for proper drainage. Pour the asphalt base and surface layers, compacting between each layer.
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There are several different types, each with its own specific purpose when it comes to traffic and parking lot management.</p><p>Street speed bumps, known as traffic calming features are designed to cause drivers to slow down significantly in order to go over them safely. Placed across the entire roadway, with a space on either side for drainage, the raised road surface is a bump in the road with heights typically ranging between three and four inches. The depth of the bumps are typically less than one foot. The bumps serve as a reminder to drivers to watch their speed and making it impossible to drive too fast through the areas in which traffic calming features have been placed.</p><p>Commercial speed bumps on streets and in parking lots tend to be larger and made of high impact materials, such as concrete or asphalt. They can have stripes or the entire surface painted in embedded reflective tape or highly visible paint colors, such as yellow or orange.</p><p>In residential areas, this type of traffic calming feature is used to reduce the rate at which the motor vehicle travels in high traffic or areas that have had racing or other traffic related problems. These bumps are typically smaller in size and are made of lower impact materials, such as recycled plastic or rubber. They may also be painted orange or yellow or embedded with reflective tape for easy visibility, day or night.</p><p>Speed humps are used for the same purpose as speed bumps, but they are designed to be driven over at rates of travel of up to twenty miles per hour without having to stop or slow down. This type of traffic calming feature is wider than the typical bump in that they are typically ten to fourteen feet in-depth. Unlike the smaller traffic calming devices, which are intended to make drives stop abruptly, speed humps are designed to encourage a gradual stop and to remind drivers to maintain the speed limit. Speed humps can be used for different traffic and parking situations; however, they are primarily used in residential areas.</p><p>Poorly designed raised road features can be hard to negotiate in vehicles with low clearance even at slow speeds. These traffic calming devices can also pose a hazard to motorcycles, bicyclists, and even pedestrians if not visibly marked. In some cases, the speed bump will be designed so that a break in the bump in the middle of the road allows two-wheel vehicles to pass without having to pass over the bump.</p><p>Controlling vehicle speed with a speed bump or speed hump is the most effective method to improve the safety of a parking lot, driveway or private lane. 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The Americans with Disabilities Acts establishes a strict set of guidelines that must be followed by every business with a parking lot. Failure to comply with ADA regulations can result in fines. Luckily for business owners, the ADA specifications are rather straightforward.</span></div><p></p><div id="article-content" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "Avenir Next", Arial, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14.4px;"><p style="line-height: 1.5em; margin: 0px 0px 1em; padding: 0px;">ADA regulations require that a business owner have a certain number of handicapped parking spots. According to Adaptive Access, this number depends on how many parking spots a location offers. For small businesses with only 25 parking stalls, only one accessible parking space is necessary. As the number of parking stalls increases, though, so does the number of required accessible parking spots. At the maximum, for locations with more than 1,000 regular parking spaces, handicapped parking spaces must account for 20 spots, plus one for every extra hundred spots.</p><p style="line-height: 1.5em; margin: 0px 0px 1em; padding: 0px;">When deciding on the location of a handicap-accessible parking spot, there are a few rules that a business owner needs to observe. The accessible parking spots must be the closest parking spot to the store. At some businesses, the closest parking spot may not be suitable for an accessible parking spot. For example, the closest spot may be located on an extreme slope, or the ground may have large cracks in it. If this is the case, than the accessible spot needs to be as close as safely possible to the business' entrance.</p><p style="line-height: 1.5em; margin: 0px 0px 1em; padding: 0px;">The pathway from the handicapped parking space to the store must also be accessible to customers with disabilities. A handicap-accessible parking spot cannot be located on the top floor of a garage unless there is a ramp or elevator that leads to the store entrance. An accessible spot may also not be positioned in a spot where there is an extreme slope. If the path to the store crosses in front of any vehicular traffic, than the area must feature a clearly marked pedestrian-crossing zone.</p><p style="line-height: 1.5em; margin: 0px 0px 1em; padding: 0px;">Each handicap-accessible parking spot must be at least eight feet wide. Handicap-accessible parking spots must have two five-foot wide pedestrian loading zones, into which a wheel chair or electric scooter can easily fit. Two adjacent handicapped parking spaces can share one loading zone. According to the Florida Section of the Institute of Transportation Engineers, the parking spot must be outlined in blue, and needs to be repainted as necessary so that it is always clearly defined. Loading zones must be painted with diagonal stripes to denote that they are not parking spots.</p><p style="line-height: 1.5em; margin: 0px 0px 1em; padding: 0px;">The international handicap symbol should be painted on the pavement furthest from the curb so it is easily visible as a car approaches the stall. You can use the 39 inch (1 meter) <a href="http://www.alphabetsigns.com/signs/c/ST02.html" rel="nofollow" style="color: #a30006;" target="_new">international handicap parking stencil</a> which is made to Federal ADA specifications. However, you should verify size requirements with your local zoning office as state specifications can vary and change without notification. For example, California requires the 36 inch handicap parking stencil and Florida requires the 60 inch handicap pavement stencil.</p><p style="line-height: 1.5em; margin: 0px 0px 1em; padding: 0px;">Handicap parking stencils are available in a range of sizes. A 21 inch is typically used in stadium row seating and the 72 inch is typically used at airports and large facilities.</p><p style="line-height: 1.5em; margin: 0px 0px 1em; padding: 0px;">ADA regulations say a handicapped parking spot must always have a handicapped parking sign placed in the front of the spot as well. A handicapped parking sign needs to be posted at a height so that it will always be viewable and mounted high enough for other cars to see - generally speaking, the parking sign needs to be posted five feet off the ground. The parking sign must also show the international symbol of accessibility. Once inside, you should include handicap bathroom signs.</p><p style="line-height: 1.5em; margin: 0px 0px 1em; padding: 0px;">For every eight handicapped parking spots, at least one spot needs to be accessible to vans. The van-accessible handicapped spot must still be eight feet wide, but the loading zones must be eight feet wide instead of five feet. The parking sign also needs to clearly designate that the spot is for vans, though regular vehicles with a permit may park there.</p><p style="line-height: 1.5em; margin: 0px 0px 1em; padding: 0px;">Designing a parking lot with handicapped accessibility in mind is key. Not only will it prevent a business owner from being fined, but it will also go a long way to pleasing any handicapped customers a business may have.</p></div><div id="article-resource" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "Avenir Next", Arial, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14.4px;"><p style="line-height: 1.5em; margin: 0px 0px 1em; padding: 0px;">Daniel Keane has been owner of Alphabet Signs located in Wilmington DE since 1991. Daniel graduated Drexel University College of Business Administration in 1983. Membership includes International Sign Association and United States Signs Council. 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How dangerous can a walk through the parking lot be? Even though people tend to drive a lot slower, Kris Van Cleave reports on how the consequences of distraction and other driving mistakes can be deadly.
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If you are a business owner, chances are that you have given the interior of your business more weight in terms of finishing and overall appeal while you have neglected the surrounding areas. Even then, you will be surprised to learn how important facade is when it comes to attracting customers.<br />
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As such, it is advisable to pay attention to the exteriors, such as driveways by making them appealing to the eye. In most instances, the majority of residential and commercial driveways are finished with concrete or asphalt. Asphalt is particularly a preferred choice for many people, as it is about 30-40 percent cheaper compared to concrete.<br />
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The benefits of asphalt are much greater than concrete. Here are some reasons why asphalt driveways are a must for your business:<br />
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<b>Flexibility –</b> When compared with concrete, asphalt is more elastic and able to withstand severe weather conditions. The liquid asphalt component allows asphalt to remain flexible, and better able to handle expansion and contraction.<br />
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<b>Resilient –</b> Asphalt is best equipped to withstand wear and tear resulting from high traffic that is common in many commercial establishments. Furthermore, it requires less maintenance making it an ideal choice of materials for your surface.<br />
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<b>Aesthetic value – </b>Not only does asphalt have a smooth surface, but it also looks cleaner. Asphalt can also be freshened up with a coat of asphalt sealer, restoring its original appearance. In addition, it is liquefied making it customizable. Thus, you can easily stamp in designs as well as decorations.<br />
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<b>Environmental friendly – </b>Asphalt driveways contain reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) that is 100% recyclable. RAP refers to old asphalt that is usually milled from pavements that have reached the end of their service life. Asphalt binder is used in the RAP meaning that a minimal amount of virgin asphalt and petroleum are used. Consequently, less mining aggregates are used. Other environmental benefits include cooler asphalt temperatures and reduction of storm system basins. Moreover, when in its porous form, asphalt requires less energy for manufacturing, significantly reducing odor, emissions as well as smoke.<br />
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<b>Economical – </b>Asphalt paving is usually less costly upfront compared to concrete paving. In addition, choosing asphalt for your driveway is cost-effective in the long run. That is, it reduces the overall lifetime cost of a paving project. Asphalt helps to reduce the demand on storm sewers effectively eliminating some of the local government impact fees. Apart from a quick installation that allows traffic to return in the shortest time possible, the long-term repairs and maintenance costs of asphalt are also low. On the other hand, concrete takes long to lay and set, this can result in loss of business. In terms of repairs, a crack on asphalt can be repaired inexpensively and quickly.<br />
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<b>Versatile –</b> The installation of asphalt driveways can be done over time depending on availability of funds. Thus, when traffic loading increases, installation can be done at night or during off-peak times when there is minimal disruption of traffic. Asphalt layers may be on a needs basis.<br />
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<b>Safe –</b> Asphalt driveway construction can only mean shorter lane closures translating to more safety for vehicles as well as workers within the work zone.<br />
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When completed, asphalt driveways offer other benefits over concrete driveways that include the following:<br />
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<li>The surface is smoother compared to cement.</li>
<li>The surfaces greatly reduce the degree of spraying and splashing during storms. This improves driver visibility.</li>
<li>The black asphalt surface also aids in a visible delineation of pavement markings and lanes.</li>
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Investing in an asphalt driveway is a good move as the benefits far outweigh the initial investment. If anything, asphalt driveways will attract potential customers to come to your business where they can engage you more thus, adding value to your business.<br />
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Nothing lasts forever, and asphalt is no exception. There comes a time with every parking lot where you need to ask whether it’s time to repair it, or replace it altogether.<br />
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A properly paved asphalt lot can last 20 – 30 years, but the lifespan and condition of any lot depend on many factors. Let’s take a look at the various kinds of damage and repairs, and when you should replace a lot entirely.<br />
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<b>The Types of Asphalt Damage</b><br />
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<b>Cracking</b><br />
Cracking can take many forms, including shrinkage, widening, edge cracks, slippage, alligator cracks, and reflection. Cracks are caused by many different factors, such as water penetration, oxidation from the sun, freezing, and thawing, and poor initial construction. Even the most minor cracks should be sealed as soon as possible, as small cracks can grow into bigger problems. Water or other debris can settle inside, causing the crack to grow, softening the base, and further threatening the integrity of the pavement. Larger cracks may be a warning sign of deeper issues.<br />
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<b>Rutting</b><br />
Rutting is when the pavement shows depressions, or grooves, from wear and tear caused by wheel loads. Ruts can be dangerous, leading to vehicles hydroplaning (from ponded water) that can result in loss of driver control. They can also be a result of deeper sub-soil or design problems, and lead to further deterioration. Ruts less than ⅓ inch deep can generally be left as is, but deeper ruts should be leveled and resurfaced.<br />
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<b>When It’s Time To Repair</b><br />
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<b>Crack Sealing</b><br />
Crack sealing is exactly what it sounds like – filling small cracks to prevent further damage. Cracks that are straight or less than a quarter-inch wide can easily be repaired with a liquid filler. Before sealcoating or resurfacing, all cracks and existing damage must be repaired, so crack sealing is the first step towards further repair and necessary ongoing maintenance responsibility. A yearly schedule of crack sealing is best to prolong the life of your lot.<br />
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<b>Seal Coating</b><br />
After you’ve filled any cracks, you can apply a layer of sealcoating. Sealant keeps the lot looking new and prevents corrosion from a variety of elements, including water, oxidation, UV rays, and oil and gas spills. The ideal time to seal asphalt pavement is when deterioration is first discovered. A new asphalt lot should not be sealed until it is at least 6 months old, and should be resealed every 2 – 4 years, depending on weather and amount of traffic.<br />
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<b>Resurfacing (aka overlaying)</b><br />
Resurfacing, also known as overlaying, adds a new layer of asphalt, generally 1.5 – 2 inches in depth, on top of the older one. If done right, a new layer of asphalt can add 8 – 15 years to your current lot and costs less than a full replacement. All cracks and damage to the old layer need to be repaired before resurfacing, as un-repaired cracks will undermine the new layer. Resurfacing in cold weather can lead to premature deterioration, so the rule of thumb is to pave when temperatures are 50° F and above. Just because a lot is showing serious wear and tear and cracking, that doesn’t mean it needs to be replaced. Resurfacing is a great option to improve the condition of your lot without spending a lot of money.<br />
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<b>Mill and Resurface</b><br />
Resurfacing sometimes is not an option due to existing drainage patterns. When this is an issue milling and resurfacing may be a viable choice. Milling the surface involves the removal of the top layer of asphalt (usually 1” to 1.5”). Once the asphalt is removed, it is then replaced with a new layer of asphalt. Though this is one of the more expensive repairs, the quality of the final product and the service life can rival that of a new parking lot.<br />
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<b>When It’s Time to Replace</b><br />
Sometimes, a parking lot is beyond the point where even resurfacing will help. The answer to whether you should repair or replace essentially comes down to the condition of the lot’s base. Resurfacing is only as good as the surface it is layered on top of. If your parking lot is failing due to an underlying design, structural, sub-soil, or construction issue, none of the resurfacing options listed above will solve the problem in the long term. Though the parking lot will initially look better, the “repair” will be short-lived.<br />
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If a parking lot is approaching 20 years of age, or if 25-35% of the total surface area is in need of removal due to significant damage, it is generally more economical and effective to completely reconstruct the parking lot. With proper maintenance, your new lot can last another 20 – 30 years.<br />
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Proper evaluation and recommendations are critical to avoid any financial missteps in getting your parking lot back on-line.<br />
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