A huge summer thunderstorm, a massive winter snowstorm, and a gusty fall hurricane all have one thing in common—water. When the water falls on your neighborhood, it needs somewhere to go to prevent it from invading your home and ruining… Read More
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What’s the Difference Between Hot, Warm, and Cold Mix Asphalt?
Many people don’t realize that there are different types of asphalt that are used for various commercial and residential projects. All asphalt is a mix of coarse aggregate stone, sand, fine aggregate stone, and petroleum-based asphalt cement. Depending on the… Read More
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How Do Storm Drains Work?
Whether or not you realize it, storm drains play a crucial role in keeping your landscaping looking beautiful, your basement dry, and your foundation from getting water damage. How exactly do storm drains work and what services do they offer… Read More
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Top Construction Industry Trends for 2017
As 2017 begins, construction industry professionals are looking ahead to the challenges and opportunities that will present themselves in the new year. The new Trump administration has some forecasters feeling optimistic and others feeling nervous. Here are a few top… Read More
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What is Your Commercial Snow Removal Plan?
It’s been a warm winter so far, but some places in Maryland have already started seeing snow. Is your commercial property ready for snow removal? The process of commercial snow removal can be more complicated than it seems at first… Read More
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What Kinds of Ice Melts Are Safe for Asphalt?
The temperatures have dropped and the first ice storm of the season has come and gone, so what did you do to keep your sidewalks and pavement safe and slip-free? Choosing the right ice melts for the material used… Read More
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Support Local Infrastructure with #LIFT4MD
Everyone knows that infrastructure is an important part of communities. When roadways are maintained, they beautify the community and minimize accidents and congestion. Investing in infrastructure is a great way to support local communities and keep Maryland beautiful…. Read More
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Tips to Beat the Cold on a Winter Construction Site
Getting through the winter can be tough, and nobody really wants to work outside in freezing temperatures. However, there’s still work that needs to be done during the winter. When you’re working outside on a construction site, it’s important… Read More
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The History of Asphalt in America
Excited to learn more about the history of asphalt? Last week, we learned about asphalt’s early beginnings in Europe. Today, we’re exploring how asphalt was developed in Victorian America to today. We left off in America in the 1800s.
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The Early History of Asphalt
Have you ever wondered who came up with the idea to pave roads with asphalt? How long has asphalt been around, exactly? In America, asphalt has played a prominent role in paving our roads since the late 1800s. However,… Read More