Before the winter season arrives, all property managers must ask themselves an important question: “Is my pavement ready for winter?” Parking lots and sidewalks need to be prepared now for the winter elements and freezing temperatures to ensure they remain in good condition. Continue reading to learn how PTG can help with winterization of your pavement! (more…)
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Is Your Pavement Ready For This Winter?
Thursday, October 25th, 2018Why It’s Important To Repair Pavement Damage Before Winter
Friday, October 5th, 2018Although fall just arrived, winter will be here before we know it. Before the freezing temperatures, snow, and ice hit Maryland, property managers must first repair their pavement. It’s crucial to fill cracks and potholes in the fall, or your pavement will need expensive repairs in the spring. (more…)
Reserve Study: Planning Your Pavement Budget
Thursday, September 27th, 2018As we enter the last few months of 2018, property managers and homeowners associations are beginning to plan for next year. A main aspect for planning for the year ahead is setting a budget, which means it’s time to decide what takes priority and deserves the most attention. A good way to make an educated decision is to schedule a reserve study to have a professional inspect your pavement and provide a financial analysis. (more…)
Two Important Sources for The Paving Industry Standards: AI and ACI
Thursday, September 20th, 2018There are two important sources for the paving industry standards: Asphalt Institute (AI) and American Concrete Institute (ACI.) Continue reading to learn more about these sources and what they mean for the paving industry. (more…)
What To Know About Infrared Patching Repairs
Thursday, July 12th, 2018Infrared patching is the method of blending new asphalt with existing pavement to make a joint-free integral patch. You may consider infrared patching repairs if your asphalt surface has potholes, divots, cracks, heaving, or any other kind of uneven areas. Continue reading for important things you should know about infrared patching repairs. (more…)
What Are Bioretention Ponds And What Do They Do?
Thursday, July 5th, 2018Bioretention ponds, also referred to as rain gardens or stormwater planters, are designed to collect stormwater runoff from sidewalks, parking lots, and other paved surfaces. The bioretention ponds are beneficial for pavement, as too much water can result in ponding issues, penetration of pavement, and walking hazards for customers. Continue reading to learn more about bioretention ponds and their benefits. (more…)
Sinkholes: How They Happen and How PTG Repairs Them
Thursday, April 19th, 2018Sinkholes are more common than you may think, especially after a heavy rainstorm or flash flood. A sinkhole is essentially a hole in the ground that has been formed through the process of erosion and the drainage of water. While some sinkholes are small and manageable to fix, other sinkholes can be extremely dangerous and cause trees, parked cars, or even buildings to collapse. Continue reading to learn more about how sinkholes happen, and how PTG can help repair any sinkholes in your parking lot or sidewalks. (more…)
What Is Pavement Maintenance? PTG’s Maintenance Services
Friday, April 13th, 2018Spring Showers Bring Water Damage To Parking Lots
Wednesday, April 4th, 2018As the saying goes, “April showers bring May flowers,” but unfortunately, rain showers also bring many parking lot issues. Too much rain can lead to all kinds of water damage problems for parking lots, including ponding issues, penetration of pavement, and walking hazards for customers. Continue reading to learn how to deal with these issues from spring showers to keep your parking lot in good condition all season long. (more…)
Importance Of Spring Pavement Inspections
Wednesday, March 7th, 2018While sweeping and hosing your parking lot is a big part of pavement maintenance, proper maintenance goes far beyond the occasional cleaning. Property managers should schedule a complete pavement inspection before spring officially begins to restore their parking lot from winter. Call PTG today for an evaluation of your pavement needs due to any damages from winter, solutions to the problem, and proposals for repairs. (more…)