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Asphalt paving knowledge from a Calgary crew.
Practical answers to the questions Calgary property owners ask most often. Written by people who pave for a living.
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How we build asphalt to survive Calgary's freeze-thaw cycle.
Freeze-thaw is what breaks Calgary pavement. Here is how the drainage, the base, and the asphalt mat are built to keep water out and survive forty-degree swings.
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How soon can you drive on new asphalt?
Realistic timelines for foot traffic, cars, and heavy vehicles on fresh asphalt, why Calgary's summer heat changes the numbers, and how to protect a new lot in its first month.
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How long does asphalt last in Calgary?
Realistic numbers for parking lots, driveways, and pathways, and what shortens or extends the life of asphalt in Calgary's freeze-thaw climate.
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Patch or repave? When each one makes sense.
How to decide between targeted patching, remove-and-repair, and full removal and replacement for a parking lot that's showing its age.
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What to look for in an asphalt paving quote.
If you're collecting paving quotes, here's what to look for and what to be skeptical of, line by line.
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