{"id":986,"date":"2018-06-08T15:55:53","date_gmt":"2018-06-08T15:55:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aciindiana.com\/blog\/?p=986"},"modified":"2020-11-05T18:00:32","modified_gmt":"2020-11-05T18:00:32","slug":"do-you-know-whats-deteriorating-your-asphalt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aciindiana.com\/blog\/do-you-know-whats-deteriorating-your-asphalt\/","title":{"rendered":"Do You Know What’s Deteriorating Your Asphalt?"},"content":{"rendered":"

As a business or property owner, it is important for your asphalt lot to look and perform at its best. A smooth, clean, and strong pavement is ideal, and achievable, but cannot last without proper care. <\/span><\/h2>\n
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If your asphalt lot looks like it\u2019s getting worse, it could be time for some professional intervention. A licensed Indianapolis asphalt repair company<\/a> can provide you with workable solutions to get your pavement back on track to performing well and looking good! In the meantime, it is wise to familiarize yourself with the causes of worn out asphalt pavement so that you can take the right steps to protect your lot with proper maintenance and care.<\/p>\n

Expected Asphalt Wear and Tear<\/span><\/h1>\n

Asphalt is strong and resilient, but it does not last forever. It requires regular upkeep and maintenance, including minor repairs along the way, to ensure it reaches it maximum life expectancy. With proper installation and good care, an asphalt lot can last up to 10 to 20 years or more (depending on various factors like climate and usage).<\/p>\n

The more traffic and contact a lot experiences, the faster it will depreciate. Vehicles, foot traffic, weather, climate, and more can all affect and expedite the deterioration rate of asphalt. Overtime, the binder loses its elasticity, thus causing the pavement to lose its resistance. With its guard down, asphalt is subject to moisture and water accumulation, which leads to expanding, contracting, cracking, and similar structural defects.<\/p>\n

Eventually, as these defects worsen, they become apparent at the surface, leading to crumbling pavement, potholes, and more. This is a primary reason why it is vital to hire a professional paving company for asphalt installation. They use high quality binders that help pavement retain strength, longer.<\/p>\n

More Factors That Cause Asphalt Damage<\/span><\/h1>\n

Aside from normal wear and tear, there are several other factors that can influence the overall condition and longevity of an asphalt lot. The most common is improper installation; just another reason why it is vital to hire a reputable paving company for the job. When asphalt is improper installed, various problems can occur. Common installation mistakes include too much or too little compaction, improper water drainage, improper base compaction, and improper asphalt mix temperatures.<\/p>\n

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Call ACI Asphalt and Concrete at 317-549-1833<\/strong> for professional asphalt paving and seal coating in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our teams of licensed and insured pavers provide a wide range of asphalt and concrete paving services for commercial, industrial, and municipal properties. Request a free estimate, today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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