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February 27, 2020 Sealcoating

Sealcoating Questions for the Start of 2020

Are you concerned about how the ice and snow are treating your blacktop this time of year, or did you notice a few cracks and chips before the season started? Then it’s time to prepare to sealcoat your asphalt this Spring in the Twin Cities! Sealcoating is an important part of your scheduled asphalt maintenance […]

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January 27, 2020 Crack Sealing

Plan Ahead for Crack Sealing

Although this cold, winter weather is not exactly ideal for crack sealing asphalt in the Twin Cities, January is the perfect time of year to start thinking ahead to spring! After the snow melts, you are likely to notice chips or cracks in your asphalt, especially if you have not recently resealed or invested in […]

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December 12, 2019 Asphalt Care

Common Questions Answered for Winter Asphalt Maintenance

Although asphalt maintenance may not be at the top of your to-do list this holiday season in the Twin Cities, make sure to consider it as the temperature drops. Asphalt maintenance is important this time of year, especially as you start investing in deicing techniques for driveways, parking lots, and walkways. Before picking up a […]

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November 5, 2019 Asphalt Care

Seeking Asphalt Repair before Winter Arrives

Although the temperature is dropping and weather is changing in the Twin Cities, there’s still time for asphalt repair before winter arrives! Many folks think that because the seasons are changing there’s no time left for outdoor projects. Before winter officially arrives, though, there’s still plenty of work that can be done! If you have […]

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September 5, 2019 Asphalt Care

Maintain Asphalt this September in the Twin Cities

Although installing asphalt is typically a large financial undertaking in the Twin Cities area, maintaining it is the key to protecting this investment. Asphalt maintenance is just as important as the initial installation, if not more. Rather than allowing asphalt to incur damage over time, there are ways to take care of your parking lot […]

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August 1, 2019 Asphalt Care

Invest in Asphalt Crack Routing this August in the Twin Cities

Asphalt crack routing is an important part of parking lot maintenance in the Twin Cities area. If you’ve noticed a few cracks or chips in your asphalt, pay attention rather than attempting to ignore the problem so the damage doesn’t become worse!   The process of asphalt crack routing utilizes a machine to grind a […]

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June 12, 2019 Sealcoating

Sealcoating for Safety and Appearance this Summer in the Twin Cities

Now that summer is here in the Twin Cities, the weather is perfect for a fresh asphalt sealcoating. Although there are many practical, technical reasons to consider sealcoating, such as increasing pavement lifespan and protecting asphalt from water damage, there are also aesthetic reasons to consider it this season. Here are just a few reasons […]

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May 10, 2019 Sealcoating

Prepare New Asphalt with Sealcoating in the Minnesota Twin Cities

Installing new asphalt in the Minnesota Twin Cities area is an exciting process because, in addition to improving the aesthetic quality of your commercial space, it will also improve safety around your property. After making such a significant investment, however, how can you best protect your asphalt from damage?   Sealcoating is the best option […]

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