Benefits Of Using Asphalt For Your Next Paving Project
It's the durability of the asphalt which makes it such a sought-after alternative for paving for private as well as public municipal and government use. From parking, lots to driveways from sidewalks to highways asphalt driveways are an excellent choice.
Here are seven of the many advantages that asphalt can bring to your next project of paving.
1. Asphalt Paving Is Safer To Drive On Than Other Materials
Asphalt pavement has water-management characteristics, which means that it has a high resistance to skid.
The excessive amount of surface water is the main cause of many traffic accidents and deaths throughout the US each year. Open-graded asphalt lets rainwater flow right through the pavement's surface, which helps reduce the amount of surface water that vehicles must traverse.
The dark shade of asphalt has many advantages as well. It gives a great contrast with the color of road markings (just imagine concrete's lack of contrast when contrasted with yellow and white paint markings). This allows drivers to see better even in the worst weather conditions, which helps reduce accidents on the roads.
In addition, the darker hue of asphalt does more than providing better visibility of road markings but reduces glare, which makes driving more enjoyable and less stressful for the eyes of drivers.
The color of asphalt can cause the snow and ice to melt quicker (black absorbs heat faster than lighter shades) This means that there is less shoveling of snow.
2. Asphalt Paving Is 100% Recyclable
Asphalt is the most recycled substance - it's currently being recycled at an average of 99percent.
The asphalt industry recycles and reuses around 100 million tons of asphalt each year.
Recycled asphalt isn't just great for the environment because it's sustainable and stronger, but it's also more durable and more durable because of it. It means that roads constructed with recycled asphalt last longer than other alternatives that are available.
3. Asphalt Is Long-Lasting
The asphalt that is laid through a professional construction company will last between 15 and 25 years. Its longevity is due to its flexibility. Because of that, it can be able to withstand the weight of heavy vehicles and machinery.
The majority of asphalt grades can be able to withstand the harsh winter and boiling summer heat.
Of course, asphalt can only remain durable and strong in the event that it's properly cared for. If you're looking for your asphalt to be taken care of by a skilled asphalt contractor We'd love to examine the condition of your asphalt for you.
4. Asphalt Is Cost-Efficient & Quick To Install
Asphalt is usually more affordable to lay than other paving materials, and concrete is especially popular.
(Quick aside - one of the primary components that make up asphalt is oil. and the cost of raw materials may fluctuate depending on the state of the market for oil fluctuating)
Because of the materials, it's composed of, it's easy to put in and doesn't require time to cure, meaning you'll be driving on the new asphalt in two days following the installation.
5. Asphalt Paving Has Great Water Drainage
We have mentioned this in relation to safer driving conditions. However, it can also have other benefits.
The ability of asphalt to drain water helps redirect water towards grassy areas or other areas in order to be managed and drained more easily. This prevents the accumulation of water beneath the asphalt that could result in heaves appearing and lead to the need for a maintenance team to resolve the issue.
6. Asphalt Lessens Noise Pollution
The loudness of traffic can contribute to the noise level. Traffic noise is due to the quantity of traffic, and speed that drivers travel at in addition to the sound of heavy trucks.
Asphalt paving is an excellent option for reducing the amount of traffic noise since it's excellent for the absorption of the sound.
Rubberized asphalt is more effective in making noiseless. This kind of asphalt is created by mixing recycled tires. It is able to aid in reducing the noise of roads with a lot of traffic.
It has been proven that asphalt has the ability to reduce the noise level by 3-dB up to 10- decibels. This is equivalent to decreasing the amount of traffic by 50 percent.
7. Asphalt's Smoothness Makes For A Great Ride!
Last but not least Asphalt paving provides you with a smooth , even surface that is pleasant to drive (or walk) across.
The smoothness of asphalt also makes it greener (yes it really is). Studies have proven that the smoothness and ease of paving could actually reduce the amount of fuel consumed. Vehicles traveling on smoother roads consume up to 4.5 percent less fuel. If vehicles use less fuel, they release lower greenhouse emissions into the air.
Once the asphalt has been smoothed, it will remain smooth provided it's maintained and properly maintained.
The Bottom Line
At OzPave, we provide high-quality asphalt paving, asphalt repair, and asphalt maintenance to residential, commercial, municipal, and industrial clients. If you’re in need of some help paving your new asphalt driveway then get in touch today.
