When it comes time to redo asphalt surfaces, such as major roads and parking lots, you may have visions of completely ripping it up and laying out new asphalt. It’s a long process that prevents you from using the surface for an extended period and disrupts you from your daily routine. However, repaving is necessary to save vehicles from the potholes, divots, and other hazards that form through daily wear and tear.
But what if there was another way? What if there was a method to keep some of the asphalt that is still in good condition and replace the damaged parts? You are in luck, because with asphalt milling done by Platinum Paving & Sealcoating, you can do just that!
What is Asphalt Milling?
Often, repaving the entire surface isn’t necessary. The drainage may still be good, and it may have a sturdy base to keep the street in good shape for years. Asphalt milling takes the top 1.5 to 3 inches of damaged asphalt and replaces it with a new layer of asphalt that extends your surface’s life. The more tightly packed the new layer of asphalt is, the longer the road or lot will last.
Ensuring that you have a professional team with years of experience performing the milling and the subsequent sealcoating is vital to maintaining the enduring quality. We typically use recycled asphalt, which is less susceptible to the elements compared to traditional gravel used for asphalt. Recycled asphalt gets more durable and harder over time, instead of breaking down like traditional hot asphalt mixes tend to do.
The new layer of asphalt takes typically about 30 days to fully cure, and then you will want to sealcoat it to better protect the new layer from the elements and general wear and tear. With regular maintenance, your new milled asphalt can potentially last for 20+ years!
Asphalt milling can prove beneficial for your commercial properties. Whether your shopping center needs asphalt repairs or your corporate parking lot could benefit from an asphalt milling, Platinum Paving & Sealcoating can help get your asphalt looking its best!
Are you interested in getting a free estimate for your surface? Contact Platinum Paving & Sealcoating so we can start helping you get the newly milled asphalt you deserve!
