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Things to Consider Before Paving an Asphalt Parking Lot

Every year, Bituminous Roadways, Inc. produces over half a million tons of asphalt for paving new roadways, athletic surfaces, trails, and parking lots. We work closely with our clients on every project. This way we can help our customers avoid common mistakes costing them extra time and money. How can we save you both? Read our short guide below on how you can prepare for your upcoming asphalt paving project.

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Soil Stabilization: Our Process & Why It's Important for Asphalt

Learn all about soil stabilization and when it is required for an asphalt project with Bituminous Roadways, Inc.

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7 Tips for Winterizing Your Parking Lot

We are fast approaching the winter season – with leaves falling and the temperatures dropping, the time for getting your last minute parking lot repairs completed is NOW! Potholes and cracks are serious business, particularly once the snow and ice take over.

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The Difference Between the Three Pothole Repair Methods

Now that it’s spring and potholes in your pavement are obvious, it is time to correct them. However, the manner of how they are repaired makes a difference. At Bituminous Roadways, our team receives calls from many customers asking to have potholes repaired, but just filling the hole in with hot mix asphalt may not always be the best solution. Realistically, there are three options for pothole repair: pothole patching, mill patching, and dig-out patching. Here is a detailed explanation of each option.

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How to Budget for Asphalt Repair & Maintenance

In need of asphalt repair or maintenance? Click to learn what you need to know about budgeting for routine asphalt maintenance

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How Soon Should I Crackseal My Parking Lot After Winter?

When considering an asphalt maintenance technique such as asphalt cracksealing, there are a wide variety of environmental factors to take into consideration. Winter is certainly the most taxing season on any type of asphalt pavement, as the frigid temperatures force the asphalt to quickly contract, trapping frozen water below the pavement and causing cracking and frost heaving to occur.

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What Is Pipe Bursting?

Bituminous Roadways, Inc. (BR) is an industry leader in providing superior asphalt paving services. We have decades of experience helping government agencies, private businesses, and companies in the Twin Cities with asphalt installation and repair.

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Why Choose Asphalt? 6 Benefits of Using Asphalt for Your Paving Project

Roads are intended for the safe and efficient transport of people and goods. Asphalt is the proven choice for roads. Ninety-four percent of all paved surfaces in the United States are paved with asphalt. Why is asphalt the number one choice by engineers worldwide?

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How Freeze-Thaw Cycles Can Damage Asphalt Pavement

Winter is a “hard” time for asphalt pavements, literally. Asphalt pavements are produced and constructed at high temperatures when the asphalt binder is a liquid so it can be easily mixed with the rocks and sand. During the spring, summer, and fall seasons, asphalt is flexible and stretchy in the warm weather, helping to prevent cracks from forming. However, as temperatures decrease during winter, the asphalt becomes harder and stronger, but also more brittle. Extreme cold temperatures can cause pavements to crack, but the most damage to pavements is caused by freeze-thaw cycles.

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Utility Service Projects: What Is a Stormwater Infiltration System?

Find out more about stormwater infiltration systems and why they are essential for protecting your asphalt.

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