Can You Asphalt Pave Your Driveway In Winter?

The answer may seem obvious, but as weather drastically fluctuates in our northern cities, we see a lot of homeowners ask this question. The simple answer? No, asphalt driveways cannot be paved in winter. This isn’t just a personal preference either, the hot-mix asphalt we work with needs to be paved at a certain temperature…

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3 Asphalt Failure Signs in Driveways

Your driveway is an extension of your home, and you’ve worked hard to keep up with it. Like appliances, your driveway needs routine maintenance and care to keep it beautiful and durable – but, nothing lasts forever. Heavy traffic, freeze-thaw cycles, UV rays, quality of installation, and a variety of other factors play into the…

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Building a Strong Driveway

What is the Most Durable Driveway? Asphalt driveways are the most durable driveway that can be built. However, there are a lot of factors that go into building a driveway that will look nice, drain correctly, and last many years. Asphalt driveways are not as simplistic as they seem, and proper knowledge of subsoil and…

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When is it Time to Replace a Driveway?

Alligator Cracking Asphalt

Your driveway is the entrance to your home and plays a huge role in the curb appeal and how you feel when you or friends and family drive-in. A common question is “Is it time to replace my driveway?” This is a question only you can answer. But we can provide some helpful insights to…

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When To Start Planning Your Driveway Replacement in 2022

If you’ve been thinking about replacing your driveway due to cracks, appearance and functionality, then the next step is to start planning. But when is the best time to schedule an appointment? The short answer is: as early as January. There are a handful of reasons why planning a driveway replacement early in the year…

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Driveway Width – How Wide Should A Driveway Be?

measuring driveway width

Driveway width should be decided depending on the owner’s needs and the future use of the driveway. A homeowner who is putting in a new driveway should consider: There should be room to comfortably park and maneuver while avoiding damage to the pavement itself, as well as any part of your yard or lawn that…

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Asphalt Maintenance and Care

Asphalt Expansion Cracking

Many people who are considering a new driveway have questions about what to expect for maintenance. We compiled a list of potential concerns and hope to address the causes and solutions. Issues range from weather, to use related. Blacktop Concepts is committed to transparency on every job. We guarantee that while we can’t control the…

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How To Remove Stains From An Asphalt Driveway

Oil Stained Asphalt

Welcome to Blacktop Concepts’ comprehensive guide on how to remove stains from an asphalt driveway. Having been in the residential asphalt paving business for over 45 years, it’s safe to say that our crew has seen their fair share of stained driveways.  While seeing stained asphalt is quite common, the effects of staining are often…

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How Long Should You Stay Off a New Asphalt Driveway?

When you get a new asphalt driveway installed you want it to maintain its integrity as long as possible. If you are impatient and drive on your driveway immediately after it’s paved you can cause damage early on. Proper care and maintenance should begin as the asphalt is laid. Part of proper care is knowing…

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What Is the Difference Between Asphalt and Blacktop?

Close-Up Asphalt-Bitumen

People often use the terms asphalt and blacktop interchangeably, and while they are similar in many ways, there are a few key differences. One evident similarity is that they are made from the same primary materials:   Bitumen Aggregate (crushed stone)  But, the difference between blacktop and asphalt is in the way these materials are made…

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