If you installed asphalt paving this year in the Twin Cities, make sure your investment is protected throughout the fall and winter months. Before the temperatures drop and holidays arrive, take a moment to think about potential issues threatening your asphalt paving. Here are just a few parking lot or driveway risks to consider before fall arrives:  

1. Drainage: Make sure your asphalt paving has adequate drainage, otherwise water tends to pool and settle and then freeze in colder temperatures. Other drainage problems include groundwater issues or burst pipes underneath the asphalt paving. Before the fall weather arrives, make sure to check your asphalt surfaces for these potential issues!
2. Plants: Keep an eye on plants and make sure to remove those that may cause damage to asphalt paving. Large roots may gradually displace asphalt surfaces, so before they grow out of hand or burst through your parking lot, hire a tree removal surface. Additionally, practice some personal gardening and make sure to regularly remove fallen leaves from your asphalt surfaces. This will protect your asphalt from water-related issues and keep your tenants or customers safe!
3. Contact: Pay attention to what comes into contact with your asphalt surface. Heavy loads gradually wear down the strength of asphalt surfaces, especially with the addition of heavy snowfall in the winter months. Also, sharp objects cause gradual damage to your asphalt paving. Scraping asphalt paving is unavoidable when shoveling or plowing but gouging the surface should be avoided.

  Protect your asphalt investment this fall and make sure to pay attention to weather related issues. Once spring arrives and the weather improves, you’ll be grateful your asphalt was protected because it’ll last you for years to come. For installation, maintenance, and protection for your Twin Cities asphalt, contact the sealcoating and asphalt professionals at Gopher State Sealcoat today!