Preparing Asphalt for Holiday Travelers & Colder Weather
According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), 53.4 million Americans are expected to travel for Thanksgiving, a 13% increase from last year. The organization says that this year’s travel forecast marks the single-year increase in Thanksgiving travelers since 2005 and brings the total traffic volume near pre-pandemic levels. Most of these travelers will hit the […]
Assessing and Repairing Monsoon Damaged Asphalt
Another round of storms on August 18 added 0.08 inches of rainfall to Phoenix Sky Harbor, bringing the season’s total to 3.37 inches, making it one of the wettest in recent years (@NWS Phoenix). It has undoubtedly been one of the most active monsoons, and there’s still more than a month to go until the […]
Driving Tips for Arizona’s Monsoon Season
It’s monsoon season in Arizona. From June to September, dust storms, thunderstorms, and flash floods visit the Valley regularly. These storms can limit visibility and flood streets within minutes. These severe weather conditions can contribute to driving conditions, along with ongoing road construction by an asphalt paving company, making it critically important to proceed with caution […]
Commercial Parking Lot Requirements
A well-designed and maintained commercial parking lot, with clearly marked spaces, provides many benefits. These include improving your curb appeal, subsequently creating an excellent first impression, and potentially adding property value. However, the most critical advantage to having an asphalt paving company install and maintain your commercial parking lot is compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. […]
Ensure a Smooth Ride for Memorial Day Travelers
Memorial Day, also considered the unofficial kick-off to summer, is May 31. It represents a three-day holiday weekend, from May 29 to May 31, providing many opportunities to explore the Grand Canyon State. According to AAA’s Memorial Day Holiday Travel Forecast, more than 37 million people are expected to travel at least 50 miles from […]
The Benefits of Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement
There are many types of asphalt mixes in use today – hot mix asphalt (HMA), cold mix asphalt (CMA), warm mix asphalt (WMA) – many, if not all, of which can later be recycled into reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP). In 2019, the process of milling existing materials and recycling them into RAP gave new life to 89.2 […]
Maintaining Your Asphalt Pavements
It is the season for blooming flowers, fresh beginnings, and moderate temperatures. Spring is also the perfect time to learn something new, particularly how to maintain your commercial or municipal parking lots, along with knowing how to identify when to hire an experienced asphalt paving company to make repairs or replace the pavement. Essential Maintenance Tips Have […]
Your Guide to Asphalt Mixes
Today, cities and businesses have various asphalt mixes to choose from for asphalt pavement projects in the Valley. An overview of the most frequently applied materials – hot mix asphalt (HMA), cold mix asphalt (CMA), and warm mix asphalt (WMA) – follows. Because there are inherent advantages and disadvantages associated with each type, consulting with an experienced, […]
Warmest Wishes from L&L Asphalt!
It’s the most wonderful time of year and the L&L Asphalt family would like to wish you a season of joy, happiness, and health. We are grateful for our continued business relationship with you during this challenging year. Warmest wishes from your friends at L&L Asphalt. L&L Asphalt is a woman-owned and operated asphalt paving […]