Little Known Facts About Asphalt
It seems like a lot of folks out there just take asphalt paving in Phoenix, AZ for granted when we’re driving down the road or parking in a parking lot. That makes sense, though. Asphalt is just one of those things that’s all around us. At Sunstar Seal Coating, Inc., we may be a bit biased, but we think asphalt is pretty fascinating. Keep reading to learn a few fun facts about asphalt and you might start feeling the same way!
Asphalt is everywhere
Over 90 percent of parking areas in America are asphalt, and for good reason. Asphalt is incredibly durable, and it’s a lot less expensive than other paving choices. If you’re a business owner with a parking lot, or if you need to install a new driveway, give us a call to get an estimate for your new asphalt surface!
Asphalt creates a lot of jobs
Needless to say, asphalt doesn’t just magically appear on the highways. It takes numerous workers to lay that asphalt down. In fact, for every $1 billion of federal money invested in highway construction, 28,000 jobs are supported. In other words, asphalt really helps out our economy!
Asphalt is recycled
Did you know that asphalt isn’t just black? It’s also “green”! Eighty percent of old asphalt removed each year is reused when laying down new roads and parking lots. That’s not just better for the environment—it also saves taxpayers more than $300 million each year. Additionally, asphalt reduces fuel consumption by up to 4.5 percent. That helps keep money in your wallet and helps save the environment!
Asphalt has been around for a while
It might seem strange to think about, but asphalt is actually an ancient surfacing material. The first recorded use of asphalt for a road was in Babylon in 625 B.C. Naturally occurring asphalt from the Dead Sea was also used in ancient Egypt as part of the mummification process.
Asphalt has several uses
Asphalt’s main use is obviously as a surface for roads and parking lots, but that’s not all it’s used for. Porous asphalt is being used more and more for storm water management. Asphalt can handle water runoff more effectively than expensive traditional storm runoff systems. Business owners who need a runoff system should really consider choosing asphalt!
Asphalt construction is speedy
Sitting in traffic while waiting for a construction crew to lay down asphalt is a pain, but it’s a much faster process than any other surface would be. Though it takes a few hours to accomplish, a new asphalt road will ensure you don’t run over any potholes that’ll damage your tires.
Asphalt reduces noise
It’s no surprise that highways are loud places. You can’t have thousands of cars speeding down the road and expect it to be quiet. But researchers have found that asphalt reduces noise by up to 5 decibels. Imagine how loud a highway would be with a different pavement!
The next time you need to install a driveway or parking lot, be sure to consider using asphalt paving in Phoenix, AZ. The benefits of asphalt far outweigh those of similar surfacing materials, like cement. Reach out to Sunstar Seal Coating, Inc. to learn more.
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