EDUCATION
ASPHALT TIPS

Asphalt Indentations
Do not put sharp or pointed objects on your new asphalt surface.  Indentations will occur.  Examples of such items are high heels, kickstands, ladders, chairs, truck trailer landing gear, etc.   Although the overall weight of the item may not be great, the pounds per square inch of these types of items are too concentrated in one spot for the new asphalt surface to handle.  Over time, as the asphalt cures and the oils in the asphalt begin to evaporate, the asphalt will gradually get harder, and will be less sensitive to this type of occurrence.  This process could take up to a year. One way to avoid the indentations is to install wood blocks or plywood underneath these types of objects so that the weight is not so concentrated in one spot.

Asphalt Scuff Marks
During this curing process, the new asphalt surface is also susceptible to power steering marks.  This occurs when vehicles turn their wheels sharply or while the vehicle is standing still.  This can result in gauges and scuff marks in the new asphalt.  Asphalt by nature is a soft and pliable material when first applied.  It hardens over time as it becomes oxidized.  In the meantime, make sure that all vehicles are in motion before the wheels are turned and that they are turned in a gradual manner.

Note: Hopefully the above tips will prevent you from experiencing either of these phenomenons, however, if they do occur, we can provide a proposal to address these marks.  These types of occurrences are not covered under our standard warranty because they are not due to a material defect.