When you think of winter, you instantly think of snow, Christmas, sledding, hot chocolate, snow days, icicles and snowy roads. The one thing that you might not think of is how you will protect your asphalt surfaces during the winter months. Here are some tips and tricks to help you be prepared and ready for whatever this winter may bring us. Step 1: Prepare Before it gets blustery out, the best thing that you can do is clear your asphalt surface of any debri that may be laying on it. It could be things such as leaves, sticks, rocks, and etc. Once you have all of that cleared off, be sure to in ..read more

There are many choices we must make in life. How many creamers do I want in my coffee? Do I wake up or sleep in? Should I get gas now or wait until tomorrow? When planning out your next pavement project, you have to make the choice between asphalt and chip and seal. Today, we're going to give you the information you need to decide which type of pavement surface to get for your residential, commercial, or industrial area. Asphalt Paving: What is it? Asphalt paving is any paved area surfaced with asphalt. It is one of the most popular forms of pavement due to its lifespan and cost effectiveness ..read more

Last week, many of the areas we serve, got hit by strong storms that caused a lot of property and electrical damage. While asphalt is weather resistant and very durable, in the event of a big storm, your asphalt could be damaged too! If another storm takes place, we want you and your asphalt to be prepared. Here are three tips on how to secure the survival of your asphalt during a storm: Know Your Asphalt What do we mean by know your asphalt? If the weatherman is predicting strong storms in your area, step outside and assess your asphalt's condition. Are there any cracks? What about dips or po ..read more

As the temperatures get warmer, it's necessary to keep up on the maintenance of your asphalt to keep it looking new and in good condition. Asphalt when cared for properly can help not only increase curb appeal but also last a long time. To keep your asphalt in good condition, here are a few things to do this Spring and Summer! 1) Don't Always Park In The Same Place We are all creatures of habit, right? Habits also include where we park our vehicles. Parking in the same place every day, along with the weight of your vehicle, can cause the asphalt to sink eventually. The suns heat can also softe ..read more

Have you ever debated with yourself if your driveway needs replaced or just repaired? That can be a tough question sometime for someone that is not well versed in asphalt. When maintained correctly, asphalt driveways can increase the longevity of your driveway. At Albatross Asphalt, we make sure to go over all options with our customers before they decide what they want to do with their driveway. Here are some signs that will indicate if you need to talk to us about repairing or replacing your asphalt driveway: 1) Warping- if the surface of your driveway does not look level than most likely it ..read more

Did you know that there are 8 common types of asphalt paving issues that we see the most? Each of these can be fixed by experienced professionals like Albatross Asphalt! The first type of paving issue that can occur is raveling. Raveling is the breakdown of asphalt that has dislodged from the surface. Raveling can cause uneven surfaces and standing water. The second type of paving issues are calle depressions. Depressions are low areas of pavement that do not penetrate the asphalt and are typically caused by poor compaction during paving. If a depression is not fixed quickly, the depression ca ..read more

Living in Ohio means winters are filled with snow and ice. Icy driveways can be especially tricky during the winter months. Here are some good ways to protect your asphalt driveway during the winter months while also making it not so slippery. The first way that you can help add traction to your driveway on icy days is by spreading sand. Sand absorbs sunlight which then helps melt ice and snow without any harsh chemicals. Sand is also a good option because it also helps add traction to your driveway for any visitors you might have during the winter season. The second way can help make your asp ..read more

When it comes to asphalt there are so many options! One of those options is asphalt sealcoating. So what is sealcoating? Sealcoating is an asphalt sealer that helps take your driveway back to that gorgeous black color that it had when it was first installed. It also has more benefits than just aesthetics too. By sealcoating you are helping block UV rays that can fade asphalt. Sealcoat also helps in retaining moisutre content so that the asphalt does not deteriorate over time as well. By putting sealer on your asphalt, you are almost helping to form a tougher barrier against automobile fluids t ..read more

Ever wonder why parking lots have striping on them? Are they really that important to have on a parking lot? Actually they are important for multiple reasons! Parking lot striping creates a good first impression. When someone pulls into your parking lot, striping adds a level of crispness and quality at first impression. Your parking lot appearance creates a perception to the customer of the quality and safety of your business as well. Another reason why parking lot striping importance is because ADA (American Disabilities Act) requires that every commercial building has handicapped parking st ..read more

As the weather turns warmer, the time comes again to start working on all those projects that you thought about during the winter months. Weather, traffic and time can put a lot of wear and tear on surfaces. At Albatross Asphalt, we strive to help the customer make the best decision for their resurfacing projects. One of the options when looking to replace a surface is milling. Do you know what milling is? Milling is a process that involves grinding up an asphalt surface to provide a smooth and even surface for repaving. Asphalt milling is an economical solution for restoration of pavement and ..read more