To a layperson, paving seems like a simple job that anyone can do. Anyone can indeed patch up a crack in their driveway or install the pavement in their backyard. However, the job will be nowhere near the quality of work done by paving contractors. This aspect is especially true for asphalt paving, which is the popular choice for constructing roads. The roads we drive on are a product of technology and innovation, and paving contractors are at the forefront of its implementation.

Potholes affect everyone in Canada irrespective of where we’re from. Every year after the snow clears, the roads are peppered with cracks and potholes. Paving companies are flooded with asphalt repair requests during this time. People are often unaware of why potholes are such a persistent problem. Curtis Paving is an asphalt expert, and in this blog, we’ll briefly explain how potholes are formed, how they impact us and how we can tackle them.

Choosing a paving contractor for your project is a difficult task. Paving work requires careful planning and proper implementation based on the scale of your project. Therefore, it is essential to choose an asphalt paving contractor who understands your needs and provides good quality services.

Curtis Paving provides asphalt paving services for residential, commercial and municipal clients in Vancouver.  With over 36 years of experience in the industry, we provide you with innovative asphalt ideas to enhance the value of your property.

Potholes are depressions in the road surface (particularly asphalt roads), caused by moisture in the underlying soil and traffic passing over the affected area. Water weakens the underlying soil and when traffic passes through the affected area, the asphalt surface breaks and cracks. The continuous movement of traffic results in the ejection of both asphalt and the underlying soil material, creating a hole in the pavement. 

Pothole impact can dislodge your vehicle’s wheel weights, damage tires or break suspension components. They can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of accidents. Therefore, it is essential to carry out regular inspections and fix potholes immediately to ensure your road is in good condition.

The parking lot leads people to your home, and so you should want it to be attractive, welcoming and free of asphalt defects. Paving it will increase the curb value of your property. Nobody likes an untidy front garden or shabby concrete surfaces. Unpaved parking spaces become very messy in wet weather conditions. Your vehicle can get stuck in the mud and also leave dirty tire treads in the yard. Moreover, you can clearly mark the designated spaces for emergency or other kinds of access on a paved surface. Curtis Paving’s asphalt driveway services include installation and repair for customers in and around Vancouver.

Pothole repair is not something to be overlooked if you want to keep your vehicle from harm. No matter how small and insignificant they may look, potholes are potentially dangerous to drive over. From expensive damages to life-threatening incidents, there is a lot that can happen when you ignore them.

A survey conducted by the Canadian Automobile Association in April 2016 found that Canadians paid $1.4 billion each year in pothole damages. The poll also showed over 50 per cent of all drivers claimed to have experienced vehicle damage while 32 per cent reported paying $250 to $500 on such damages in the last five years.

Asphalt offers strong and durable driveways to homeowners. It has a measure of flexibility to resist freeze-thaw patterns rather than breaking or cracking. Uneven settling or a vehicle left on the driveway for a long period of time, however, can lead to low spots. It also happens when the underlying dirt used contained decomposing debris. Regardless of the reason for sinking, without proper maintenance, your asphalt driveway won’t last the 20 to 30 years it should. This is where the importance of driveway repair comes in.

When your parking lot starts to fill up with cracks and potholes, you’re faced with a choice: repair or repave. Curtis Paving provides both these services, and with our over 35 years of experience we can help you determine which option is best for you. The principal factors to consider are appearance and cost. Here’s what you should know.