Asphalt may seem tough and durable, but add up the effects of traffic and the elements, and you’ll see how quickly commercial asphalt can wear down. In fact, even the best asphalt surface will only last 15-20 years with regular maintenance. Around 3-5 years after installation, your asphalt will begin to show its first cracks. […]
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Asphalt is America’s Most Recycled Material
Believe it or not, asphalt is America’s most recycled material! In fact, asphalt pavement is now being recycled and reused at a rate over 99%. “Every year, approximately 73 million tons of reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) are reused, or nearly twice as much as the combined total of 40 million tons of recycled paper, glass, […]
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Sealcoating: Protecting Your Asphalt Pavement from Water Infiltration
PTG Enterprises is a full service commercial asphalt contractor in the Baltimore, Maryland area. We have been in the asphalt paving business for more than a decade, paving thousands of miles of asphalt lots during that time. And while asphalt may seem tough and durable, the effects of traffic and the elements take their toll, […]
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What is Fiber Reinforced Asphalt?
Have you heard the term “Fiber Reinforced Asphalt” before? Odds are you probably have. The concept of fiber reinforced asphalt is nothing new. In fact, long before the invention of asphalt, builders used straw to help reinforce their mud bricks. After that, horsehair was used in mortar for the same reason: reinforcement. Then, in the […]
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What is Paving Fabric and what are the Benefits?
Have you ever heard the term geotextile fabric or paving fabric? If so, you may have one very serious question: What is Paving Fabric and what are the Benefits? Well, paving fabric is a sheet of non-woven petroleum-based material used in conjunction with overlays, providing additional support to the asphalt layer. This fabric is placed […]
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What is the Difference Between Cement and Concrete?
Have you ever found yourself sitting and pondering the question, “What is the Difference Between Cement and Concrete?” If so, you are not alone. While many people use the two terms synonymously, they are actually two very different materials. Cement: Cement is actually an ingredient on concrete, comprising roughly 10-15% of the concrete mix. Cement […]
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The Cost of Asphalt & How it Ties into the Maryland Asphalt Index
Have you ever wondered why the price of asphalt pavement seems to fluctuate? Well, it is because the Cost of Asphalt is dictated by what is known as the Asphalt Index. Each and every month, the Maryland Asphalt Association – an association dedicated to ensuring that Hot Mix Asphalt paving is the most cost-effective, high […]
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Concrete Cracks: How Much is Acceptable and When Are Repairs Necessary?
Like asphalt, concrete is a durable material excellent for sidewalks, curbs, dumpster pads, and so much more. Concrete holds up exceptionally well to the elements. However, over time, even the toughest concrete surface will crack. Common Causes of Concrete Cracks Cracking can be the result of one or a combination of factors such as drying […]
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Tennis & Basketball Court Coatings from PTG, a Baltimore Asphalt Contractor
Tennis and Basketball courts are found everywhere, from professional complexes to recreational parks to residential settings and everywhere in between. And, as you can probably imagine, these playing surfaces take a beating. Just like a parking lot, your tennis, basketball, or other sport’s court needs protection. Parking lots have sealcoating and sports courts have acrylic […]
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Pool Deck Repair from PTG Enterprises, Your Baltimore Concrete Contractor
Spring has sprung and summer is right around the corner. Now is the perfect time to start thinking about opening your pool for the season. What needs to be done to get it ready for summer? Do you need to buy chemicals? Do you need to have the pool cleaned out? Is your pump in […]
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