Tag: maintenance

Awesomely Bad Pavement: Volume 2

Rose Paving / July 06, 2011

Alligator cracking, potholes, buckled pavement – oh MY! We’ve gathered some more of the most excellent defects in parking lots we’ve seen. Enjoy – and if you recognize any of these heinous happenings, give us a call – we can help!

Infrared Asphalt Repair: Video

Rose Paving / June 22, 2011

Infrared asphalt technology is an effective solution for critical repairs. This unique method blends hot-mix asphalt right in with the original and then compacts the area to create a seamless restoration. If you notice potholes–especially in high-traffic areas, pavement heaving or uneven surfaces surrounding catch basins (this is a common problem resulting after several freeze-thaw cycles), or rough surfaces in drive lanes or parking stalls, it is a good idea to consider infrared repair.

A Closer Look at Lot Marking

Rose Paving / June 01, 2011

Striping a newly paved parking lot is important for two main reasons–aesthetics and safety. The color contrast of a newly striped lot is attractive and promotes a positive image for the property. More importantly, striping serves to direct people safely around the parking lot by designating drive lanes, fire lanes, ADA-accessible areas, crosswalks, and parking…

A Closer Look at Sealcoating

Rose Paving / May 04, 2011

Sealcoating is one of the most important elements of a pavement management plan. A sealcoat consists of either coal tar pitch or asphalt cement mixed with inert fillers, water, emulsifying agents, or additives.

Sealcoating should be considered for a variety of reasons. First and foremost, it protects and prolongs the life expectancy of your parking lot. It accomplishes this by sealing over the liquid asphalt cement that holds together the aggregate and small fines within the pavement. The sealant prevents the surface from becoming porous and separating along seams and end cracks. Sealcoating also enhances the aesthetic appeal of a parking lot. Over time, the surface of asphalt pavement oxidizes and becomes gray or faded in appearance. Sealcoating provides a vibrant black finish that nicely contrasts with striping, clearly distinguishing pavement markings.

A Closer Look at Asphalt Repair

Rose Paving / April 27, 2011

Asphalt is the material of choice for parking lots across the nation because it withstands heavier loads and, when combined with proper asphalt maintenance, lasts for many years. As asphalt pavement progresses through its performance lifecycle, its appearance diminishes over time.  Therefore, it’s extremely important to develop a pavement management plan so your investment lasts…

A Closer Look at Catch Basins: Part 2

Rose Paving / February 23, 2011

Equipped with an adequate number of catch basins strategically placed in a parking lot, it then becomes important for facility/property managers to perform routine inspections and cleaning of the catch basins.  Inspections should be conducted with the assistance of a reputable parking lot maintenance contractor.  He or she can help you look for the following…

A Closer Look at Crack sealing

Rose Paving / December 01, 2010

Over time, cracks will appear in every parking lot.  Cracking is caused primarily by the effects of the sun and moisture.  The sun oxidizes asphalt pavement causing it to harden and shrink.  When this happens, the pavement breaks at its weakest point (usually along the joints).  Water seeps into the cracks and softens or weakens…

What is “Green Paving”

Rose Paving / May 26, 2010

Are you overwhelmed with all the ways to “Go Green?”  From energy efficient light bulbs and solar panels to reusable shopping bags, there are so many products we can buy or practices we can implement to improve our environment, both in our personal and professional lives.  Not many think of it, but one easy way…

9 Steps to a Better Parking Lot

Rose Paving / May 19, 2010

With warm weather rolling in, people across the country are saying “goodbye” to memories of winter.  Even with typical fluctuations in temperature common to the season, people are opening their windows and swimming pools, hanging up their coats, and hitting the gym to get that beach-ready bod. You may be wondering what you can do…

4 S.T.E.P.s – ‘P’ is for Post-Job Inspection

Rose Paving / April 28, 2010

This week’s post will address the fourth and final step in the four-step program to successful parking lot management. The final step of the project should include a Post-Job Inspection.  During this time, all of the work is thoroughly reviewed by the project manager.  Signage, barricades, and any remaining equipment and debris are removed from…