Blog
March 17th, 2017
On March 12th, the Maryland Highway Administration began construction on 17 southbound exit ramps on I-81. Improving the state of Maryland’s roads is a constant effort that requires time, money, and craftsmanship.
On March 12th, the Maryland Highway Administration began construction on 17 southbound exit ramps on I-81. Improving the state of Maryland’s roads is a constant effort that requires time, money, and craftsmanship. It also means staggering work days in order to make sure motorists do not run into overly heavy traffic during rush hour. This delicate balance of construction and travel is what creates such interesting conditions for the SHA, which works to improve roads all over Maryland. To learn more about this construction, read on.
Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Highway Safety, Maryland Trasportation Industry News | Comments Off on Maryland State Highway Administration Begins Work on Southbound I-81 Ramps
March 10th, 2017
After winter, it’s important to pay attention to your retaining wall to determine whether or not it needs to be replaced.
Winter can be harsh on a lot of your landscaping elements, but retaining walls can take a particularly hard hit. This is because it holds back plenty of soil that can freeze, and consequently expand, pushing against the wall. Or, ice could potentially damage the retaining wall if it isn’t properly cared for. After winter, it’s important to pay attention to your retaining wall to determine whether or not it needs to be replaced. This is not something you can do yourself–read on to see if you need to replace your retaining wall this spring.
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: masonry repair, retaining wall, retaining wall replacement
Posted in Blog, Retaining Wall Reconstruction Baltimore | Comments Off on Should You Replace Your Retaining Wall This Spring?
March 2nd, 2017
Unfortunately, spring comes with a lot of potential problems that could cause damage to your pavement, so it’s important to prepare yourself with knowledge.
Spring is coming! What does that mean for your pavement? Unfortunately, spring comes with a lot of potential problems that could cause damage to your pavement, so it’s important to prepare yourself with knowledge. In order to properly prepare for spring, you’ll need to read a few of the following tips and tricks. Read on to find out what spring can do to your pavement, and what you can do to prevent damage.
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Maintenance, Pavement Maintenance, prepare for spring
Posted in Asphalt and the Environment, Asphalt Maintenance, Blog, Pavement Maintenance | Comments Off on How to Prepare Your Pavement for Spring
February 24th, 2017
Most defects are due to uncontrolled water flow! However, porous asphalt changes that. What is it?
Where does all that stormwater go after it rains? Well, as you can imagine, a lot of it gets collected on the pavement and can cause issues for motorists and the roadway itself. Puddles can form, and excess water can cause erosion and other pavement defects. Most defects are due to uncontrolled water flow! However, porous asphalt changes that. What is it? Read on to find out all you need to know about porous asphalt.
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: asphalt facts, porous asphalt
Posted in Porous Asphalt | Comments Off on All You Need to Know About Porous Asphalt
February 16th, 2017
Seal coating is when a professional applies a coal tar emulsion mix over the top of asphalt pavement to protect it and keep it looking new.
Most pavement and driveway owners know that they should get their driveway seal coated, but they aren’t sure exactly what it is or why it should be done. We’ll give you the answer to that first question as a bonus! Seal coating is when a professional applies a coal tar emulsion mix over the top of asphalt pavement to protect it and keep it looking new. Think of seal coating like putting sunscreen on before heading out for a day at the beach.
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Asphalt Maintenance, seal coating, seal coating faq, Sealcoating
Posted in Asphalt Maintenance, Blog, Sealcoating, Sealcoating Frequently Asked Questions | Comments Off on 3 Common Questions Surrounding Seal Coating
February 10th, 2017
During heavy rainstorms, you’ve probably noticed that sinkholes form across Maryland, particularly in our roadways. Sometimes, floods will cause entire roads to collapse.
During heavy rainstorms, you’ve probably noticed that sinkholes form across Maryland, particularly in our roadways. Sometimes, floods will cause entire roads to collapse. Here is a video where you can see a road completely falling apart due to heavy rainfall. Have you ever wondered what causes these catastrophes, and why sinkholes appear? Since sinkholes are becoming a real problem, let’s take a look at why they happen in the first place.
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Pavement Defects, roadway maintenance, sinkholes
Posted in Blog, Maryland Asphalt Contractor | Comments Off on What Are Sinkholes and Why Do They Appear?
February 3rd, 2017
Damage can sometimes look worse than it is, and vice versa. The important thing to remember is that every driveway is different.
If your driveway is looking worse for wear, you may automatically assume it’s time to replace it. However, that’s not always the best option; sometimes, you may not even have to resurface your driveway. Damage can sometimes look worse than it is, and vice versa. The important thing to remember is that every driveway is different; keep track of its age, and its material, in order to determine what you need to do to bring it back to life. Read on to discover if you need to repair, resurface, or replace your driveway.
Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Blog, Pavement Maintenance | Comments Off on Should You Repair, Resurface, or Replace Your Driveway?
January 26th, 2017
A good looking parking lot is exactly what’s going to make the difference between a positive and negative experience for your client or customer.
What’s the first thing people see when they pull up to your business building? Your parking lot. This may seem insignificant in terms of what you usually focus on–after all, the building itself is where all the business takes place. The parking lot is merely an in-between stage wherein people leave their cars behind to forget about them. However, a good looking parking lot is exactly what’s going to make the difference between a positive and negative experience for your client or customer. Read on to find out why a parking lot is such a vital part of your business.
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Parking lot, Parking lot maintenance
Posted in Blog, Pavement Maintenance | Comments Off on Why a Good Looking Parking Lot is So Important
January 20th, 2017
Caulking materials are are a key part of stable and and functional concrete that stands the test of time. It is important to approach caulking your concrete with the right tools.
\Caulking materials are are a key part of stable and and functional concrete that stands the test of time. It is important to approach caulking your concrete with the right tools and the right care for optimal results. Both the selection and the application must be correct in order to provide the required seal. This will ensure that after caulking your concrete it is up to the challenge of wear and the shifting temperature range it will face.
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: caulking, concrete maintenace, Concrete repair
Posted in Blog, Concrete Contractor in Baltimore, Concrete Repairs | Comments Off on The Importance of Caulking Your Concrete
January 13th, 2017
The importance of maintaining concrete staircases cannot be stressed enough–so how are you supposed to do that?
One of PTG Enterprises’ services includes concrete staircases, placed outdoors, usually on slopes or hills that impede a path. These staircases are tricky, because they need to comply with ADA guidelines. In addition, a staircase that is not well-maintained quickly becomes a safety hazard. The importance of maintaining concrete staircases cannot be stressed enough–so how are you supposed to do that? Read on for a few tips.
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Concrete, Concrete Maintenance, concrete staircases
Posted in Blog, Concrete Contractor in Baltimore, Concrete Repairs | Comments Off on 3 Tips to Help You Maintain Your Concrete Staircases
