The Dangers That Need to Be Avoided
Asphalt paving is a very popular choice for homeowners, however, it’s not as simple as it seems. Its process s dangerous, and we don’t recommend it to amateur do-it-yourselfers. Here are some of the biggest dangers of doing it yourself paving and tips on preventing them.
Natural Hazards
Stumps, rocks, and other debris can cause a massive problem when paired with your asphalt. Problem areas include where driveways, walkways, and other access roads meet the road. The drag from tires and other vehicles is a danger that you must stay away from, and one that you can prevent with proper planning, like having a low-water crossing placed between the ponds or woods and your asphalt. It can also help to clear all the trees around your site beforehand.
Roadside Debris
One of the easiest ways for asphalt to become damaged is from hitting small roadside debris, like broken glass, nails, rocks, or even branches. Poor planning and road construction can also cause damage. The lack of predictability is one of the main issues. When your asphalt is damaged, it can open up a huge can of worms. Once you’ve opened the can of worms, you will forever be dealing with roadside debris.
Potholes
Potholes are probably the worst thing that can happen when the asphalt is being worked on. Potholes form when too much water sits in the asphalt, and over time, it can break down the asphalt. This will leave huge cracks in the asphalt, and potholes are often silent. If a piece of asphalt breaks off and gets deeper into the asphalt, no one will ever know. This is why you have to have an annual road survey done on your asphalt to monitor its condition.
If you need asphalt paving services, EMC Paving - Flemington is the company you should choose. We serve clients in Flemington, NJ. Give us a call at (732) 945-8634 today!