{"id":1099,"date":"2019-01-11T20:05:12","date_gmt":"2019-01-11T20:05:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aciindiana.com\/blog\/?p=1099"},"modified":"2020-01-31T20:35:13","modified_gmt":"2020-01-31T20:35:13","slug":"what-you-need-to-know-about-using-salt-on-pavement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aciindiana.com\/blog\/what-you-need-to-know-about-using-salt-on-pavement\/","title":{"rendered":"What You Need to Know About Using Salt on Pavement"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
There are many misconceptions about using salt and de-icers\non pavement. With so many contradicting notions, it can be difficult figuring\nout whether or not you should salt your asphalt and concrete pavements. And\nwith the current Indianapolis snow forecast, now is the time to clear up any\nconfusion or concerns you\u2019ve had about salting your paved surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Continue reading to learn what you need to know about using\nsalt on asphalt and concrete this winter season.<\/h2>\n\n\n\nCommercial Paving 317-549-1833<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Rock salt provides an impactful benefit when it comes to\ncreating safer, more stable road and walkways. However, in order to reap the\nbenefits of salt, it is important to know which types of pavements to use it\non, and how to be environmentally conscientious while doing so. Here are the\ntop 4 facts you need to know to ensure you protect your pavements and the\nsurrounding ecosystem:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u27a0 Salt Can Harm the Environment<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
It is important to apply salt properly and with the utmost\ncare and attention. Otherwise, it can negatively affect the surrounding\nenvironment via water runoff. It can also be toxic to local plants and\nwildlife. In fact, certain studies have identified an increase in salinity\nwithin rivers, lakes, and even drinking water, as a direct result of roadway\nsalting practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u27a0 Salt Will Damage Concrete<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Concrete is a porous pavement, which means it has pores that\ncan collect moisture and water. This makes them more vulnerable to freeze-thaw\ncycles and other intruding constituents. Roadway salts are common culprits\nbehind concrete deterioration because they are acidic and breakdown the adhesive\nbonds that hold concrete together. As a result, concrete freezes more quickly,\nthus requiring more salting. Overtime, concrete is damaged if ongoing\nmaintenance is not implemented after every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u27a0 Salt Will Not Damage Asphalt<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
In contrast to concrete pavements, snow salt will not harm\nyour asphalt surfaces. Hot-mix asphalt pavements are made from stone aggregate,\nsand, petroleum, and other sturdy constituents, so they will not be affected by\nsalts, de-icers, and freeze-thaw cycles. So if you want to use salt on your\nasphalt, go right ahead! Just be sure to maintain a clear and controlled\nboundary to prevent water run-off and environmental damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u27a0 Salt Does Not Create Potholes<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Although salt can deteriorate concrete, it does not create\npotholes. Water must enter into the ground below the pavement to create a\npothole. As for salt, it weakens concrete, and can even lead to cracking,\ncrumbling, and fissures; however, those frustrating giant craters are thanks to\nchanging weather, vehicular traffic, and lack of proper pavement maintenance.\nWhen it comes to asphalt, salt can only cause deterioration or damage if the\npavement is already damaged or compromised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Indianapolis Pavement Repair and Maintenance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Indianapolis Winter Asphalt Patching 317-549-1833 <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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