Cleaning your driveway

Just like with any type of driveway, one way to keep your asphalt driveway looking at its best is to regularly clean it. Not only does regularly cleaning it remove any dirt or soil that may have accumulated on your driveway, but cleaning your driveway also gives you the opportunity to check for oil markings and any spillage of petrol or other chemicals. Although neither oil nor petrol can cause any real damage to your driveway, it does give the driveway a dirty and unkept appearance. If you find any of these on your asphalt driveway, it’s best to just wash them away.

Sealing cracks

Over time, cracks can begin to form on your driveway. Although these cracks may seem harmless, they actually allow water to seep into your driveway, which can damage the asphalt. If the cracks are left untreated, the cracks will begin to spread and further compromise your driveway. In order to stop water from seeping into the cracks in your driveway, they will need to be sealed annually. If you find that you don’t have the time to seal your driveway, or if you want your driveway to be sealed by professionals, consult an asphalt contractor for assistance.

Coating your driveway

As well as sealing the cracks in your driveway annually, it’s also recommended that you coat your driveway every three years in order to remedy any environmental damage that it has endured, such as sun and water damage. Although the application can be a project for the weekend, the sealant also requires time to set into the driveway, which is otherwise known as ‘curing’. It is advised that your driveway doesn’t receive any traffic during this time.

These are just some of the things that you need to consider when taking care of your driveway. If you find that you either don’t have the time or the experience to maintain your driveway, talk to J & E Asphalt and Civil, one of Sydney’s leading asphalting companies. We have many years in residential, commercial and civil asphalting projects, and we’ll work with you to bring your home or business the perfect driveway. If you’d like to learn more, give us a call on (02) 9627 1628 today.

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Durability against weeds and roots

A lot of other driveway building materials, such as bricks and pavers, are often either simply packed together or set into a bed of concrete. Both of these solutions can begin to crack and deteriorate, and this deterioration means that weeds and roots can begin to seep in and start growing underneath your driveway.

Although a few weeds may seem harmless, much larger objects such as tree roots can begin to manipulate the cracks, resulting in lots of damage to your driveway. When building an asphalt driveways, a binding agent known as bitumen will be added in order to seal the driveway. As a result, asphalt and bitumen driveways don’t give weeds and roots a lot of room to grow, resulting in a clean-looking, undamaged driveway.

Easy to maintain

Many other driveway materials, such as bricks and pavers, may start to break and become dislodged, meaning that you will constantly be spending money on purchasing replacement materials in order to repair your driveway. However, an asphalt driveway is much easier to maintain. All an asphalt driveway requires to remain in peak condition is to be cleaned once or twice a year and to be re-sealed every two to four years, so that the driveway can maintain its condition and its resilience. Even it’s possible for you to re-seal your own asphalt driveway, there are many experienced asphalt companies in Sydney who can help you if you can’t find the time.

Less glare

Many other types of driveways, especially concrete driveways will often reflect the light from the sun, resulting in a glare which can become rather irritating. To avoid this glare on a concrete driveway, you’ll often have to spend even more time and money tinting the driveway a different colour which may reduce the glare. However, as asphalt is already a very dark colour, asphalt driveways absorb the light from the Sun, reducing glare, and improving visibility greatly when you drive across your driveway.

These are only a few of the many benefits that are associated with owning an asphalt driveway. Even though it is possible to build up your own driveway, there are many issues that you might run into where you’ll need a professional to help you. If you find yourself in need of professional asphalting services, talk to J & E Asphalt & Civil, one of Sydney’s leading asphalting companies. We’ll work with you bring you a high-quality asphalt driveway built to take all the punishment from traffic and the elements. If you’d like to learn more about our driveways and our other asphalting and civil services, give us a call on (02) 9627 1628 today.

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What is your experience?

Experience is likely the most important factor when it comes to hiring a quality asphalt contractor. If they have a lot of experience, they’ve no doubt consistently supplied a quality asphalting job. At J&E Asphalt & Civil, we have over 40 years of experience in the industry, so we have a strong reputation for quality, safety and reliability.

Are you licensed and insured?

As with most jobs nowadays, always make sure that the asphalt contractor is both insured and licensed to complete the job. Licensed asphalt contractors will always be far more skilled as well, so their final job will be one that you can appreciate. Insurance is a must, as you want to make sure everyone is protected if something does go wrong.

What does the job entail?

You should always find out exactly what the job will involve. If the contractor communicates clearly, tells you what they will be doing each step of the way, and explains exactly what it will cost, they’re a good pick.

What materials are you using?

This question may require some basic research beforehand, so you know a bit about the materials involved in asphalt. If the company creates their own asphalt, this will likely mean it is of a quality standard. Asking the contractor where they source their materials from is a good move. It will be worth it in the long run, as a an asphalt driveway or road made of quality materials will last.

How many people are in your team?

Installing an asphalt surface is definitely a job that requires a solid team. A contractor working on their own will find it difficult to complete the job efficiently. Ensuring that the contractor has a team of five to ten individuals, depending on the size of the job, will likely mean they’re going to complete the job efficiently and to a high standard.

At J&E Asphalt & Civil, we’ve got you covered for all things asphalting, profiling and road recycling. So, if you’re looking into asphalt companies in Sydney, give us a call today on 9627 1628!

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Concrete

One of the most popular materials when it comes to driveways, concrete is very versatile, so it can generally suit any style of home. Concrete driveways have a very long lifespan and require very little maintenance, so they’re a great choice.

Asphalt

Asphalt driveways are also one of the most popular choices. They’re quite similar to concrete in terms of strength, but they are cheaper. While they do generally come in black, they can be modified and transformed into other colours and patterns by expert asphalt contractors, so it’s not difficult finding a colour that will suit the décor of your home.

Gravel

The gravel material is the cheapest of the lot, but you get what you pay for. These driveways are very easy to install but are high maintenance if you want them to look tidy. If your driveway is on a slope, gravel is a bad option as it will tend to gather at the bottom and this can create quite a mess.

Paving

Paved driveways have become increasingly popular in recent times, and for good reason. You can create many unique patterns with pavers, so if you’d like your home to stand out, pavers can be a great choice. They can be quite expensive and timely to install, but the possibilities are essentially limitless, so they’re a great choice.

Exposed Aggregate

Exposed aggregate is a style where pebbles and stones are exposed on its surface, but the surface is smooth. Its quite popular due to its durability, natural look and low level of maintenance. Exposed aggregate can also come in many different styles and patterns, so can suit most styles of home.

At J&E Asphalt & Civil, we can handle any asphalting or civil project. For over 40 years we’ve been providing reliable solutions in the roadworks area. To find out more, give Sydney’s leading asphalt contractor a call today on 9627 1628!

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Licenced and insured

First and foremost, always make sure the contractors you hire are both licenced and insured. This is extremely important, as it will ensure you are protected throughout the entire job. Requesting documentation is a good idea, so you can maintain that peace of mind, knowing the contractors are both established and safe in their work.

Practiced

Experience is one of the key traits of a quality company. Check how long the business has been around, as this will be a great indicator as to how well they must complete jobs. You should be able to view this information on the company’s website. Inspecting past jobs they’ve completed is also a great way to assess their quality.

A practiced asphalt company will also have great communication and transparency. You should be aware of every step of the job, and a great company will make sure you are.

A multidisciplinary team

A quality asphalting company will have a collaborative team with skills across many areas of asphalting. This involves teams being able to handle machines from profilers to excavators to haulage trucks and everything in between. A team of only a few individuals will have a difficult time finishing a job at a great standard, and if they do it will take a long time, so make sure the company has a sufficient team.

Affordable

Price is probably the major talking point when it comes to any job. Getting several quotes is quite a good idea to see what the ballpark pricing is. Obviously, you should be weary of overly expensive jobs, but also be aware of the jobs that are priced too cheap, as poor materials will likely be used.

Extensive portfolio

Asking around is a great way to see if others have been happy with the company’s work. As mentioned previously, viewing this work in person to review the quality is also a good option.

From road profiling to bitumen driveways and asphalt driveways, we at J&E Asphalting can handle any asphalting job. For the leading asphalt contractor in Sydney, give us a call on 9627 1628 today!

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