Plowing and Pavement - What You Need to Know

Colder temperatures can wreak havoc on pavement that hasn’t been maintained or appropriately treated. In addition, the fluctuation in temperatures during the colder winter months can cause pavement to shrink, creating holes or divots in the asphalt. Unfortunately, little can be done to prevent the eventual wear of pavement; however, proper use of snow blowers/plows and regular maintenance can extend the life of the asphalt pavement on your property.

Although pavement sealer is added to protect asphalt surfaces, improper use of snow plows/blowers can decrease the time between necessary repairs. Setting snow plow and blower blades at the correct height can minimize the scrapping damage that often occurs in the snowy season. If continued scraping occurs, asphalt surfaces will deteriorate much faster than those that were cared for properly.

If your asphalt surface already contains damaged areas, it’s important to repair them quickly before the decrease in temperatures and repeated snow-clearing measures worsen the pavement condition. John Parichuk Paving offers various services, including asphalt paving repair, asphalt crack repair, asphalt patching, resurfacing, protective seal coating services, and more.

If you have questions about caring for your driveways or parking lots during the winter, visit https://www.johnparichukpaving.com/.