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February 2, 2023 In Blog By One Stop Asphalt

The Process Behind Asphalt Milling

The correct way to repair and resurface asphalt is with more asphalt. As a sticky, binding substance that cures into a springy flat surface, asphalt can be used to re-pour any existing asphalt surface. However, if you pour new asphalt onto sealed old asphalt, you get two layers that separate easily. But if you pour new asphalt on exposed grit and aggregate, it will bond correctly and beautifully resurface the old asphalt below.

 

This step is where asphalt milling comes in. If you require asphalt repairs or to install a new asphalt surface over old pavement, you are in luck. One Stop Asphalt can provide expert asphalt milling to ensure your pavement is ready to bond fully with the new, flawless asphalt surface about to be poured.

 

What is Asphalt Milling?

Asphalt milling is the process of carefully grinding down the top layer of asphalt without damaging the nearby structures or sub-base. Asphalt relies heavily on a solid sub-base, and when built correctly, there’s no need to disturb the well-packed ground that protects your asphalt from major cracks and issues. You can maintain your driveways, curbs, and even the original height of your asphalt.

 

The process also exposes rough aggregate instead of the sealed surface of your previous asphalt. 

 

How is Asphalt Milling Done?

Asphalt milling is performed with a cutting drum and a vacuum. The cutting drum is a large flat rolling drum part of a construction vehicle. The only difference is that instead of being smooth to tamp down fresh asphalt, this drum has large cutting teeth that bit into the top layer of asphalt and create debris where a damaged surface once stood. 

 

The debris is then sucked into the equipment using a large vacuum unit which helps to clear away the aggregate and binder that might interfere with the repair steps. Often, a dump truck is moved with the milling machine to collect the removed debris for cleanliness and efficiency.

 

This milling machine leaves your asphalt a few inches lower, with the top layer evenly “chewed” or milled away. The loose debris then becomes recycled asphalt for later projects.

 

How Do You Use Millings?

Once the top layer of your asphalt has been removed, you can pour on a new layer. The rough aggregate along the top will bond cleanly and completely with your new asphalt, forming a water-tight seal that should not crack or chip. 

 

You can use this method to create smooth asphalt where you have had uneven, bumpy or crumbling asphalt surfaces. If there has been damage from an accident or fire, or if your asphalt was not properly sealed and has begun to travel, milling and re-pouring a top layer of asphalt is the best repair.

 

What Are the Benefits of Asphalt Milling?

Repair Any Asphalt Surface Flaws

The first and most important benefit of asphalt milling is the ability to repair. From ripples to ravel, any flaw in your asphalt can be fixed simply by removing the top layer and installing a new, fresh layer that is perfectly level and smooth as it cures.

 

Recycled Asphalt is Eco-Friendly

One of the best things about asphalt milling is that the efficient approach allows that asphalt binder and aggregate to be recycled. It can be made into new asphalt or aggregate-based construction materials, reducing waste with every repaired pavement. Recycled asphalt is very eco-friendly and good news for anyone with pavement repairs to conduct.

 

High Durability and Low Maintenance

As you likely already know, asphalt has high durability and low maintenance. If you are in charge of keeping asphalt in good repair, the occasional asphalt milling and resurfacing is more elegant and efficient than leaving the pavement to decay or installing an all-new parking system.

 

Cost-Effective Pavement Solution

Lastly, asphalt milling is a great way to save money on pavement repairs. Having your pavement milled and re-paved is more cost-effective than many mysterious repairs.

 

Professional Asphalt Pavement Installation Services in Phoenix

If your home or business requires professional asphalt pavement installation or pavement repair services in Phoenix, One Stop Asphalt is here to help. Our skilled technicians can help you with whatever life and pavement maintenance can throw your way. 

 

If your old parking lot is ready to be milled and re-paved, we’re ready to ensure your fresh pavement is beautiful, pristine, and ready for long-term durability. Contact us today for a free estimate of your pavement and the right repair process for its condition.

 

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October 18, 2022 In Blog By admin

Asphalt Pavement vs. Concrete – Which One Should You Choose?

When designing or renovating a commercial property, pavement is a big part of the planning process. You need high-quality driveways for your venue to be accessible and parking considerations for staff and visiting patrons. Your choice of pavement materials is essential to ensure long-term performance, aesthetics, and property value. Each business owner or property manager will eventually find themselves choosing between asphalt or concrete paving. 

 

Which type of pavement is best for your property and long-term plans? What if you already have old, cracked concrete driveways? Here at One Stop Asphalt, we have a few practical and professional answers to help you decide when to choose asphalt or concrete pavement.

 

Considerations When Choosing Between Asphalt and Concrete Paving

Concrete is manufactured porous stone poured into slabs on a firm foundation of packed dirt. Asphalt is a multi-layer installation with a sub-base, aggregate, and binder that forms a smooth, springy pavement surface. Each performs a little differently depending on the factors at hand, including the weather, traffic, use cases, and how long you want your pavement to last. Let’s take a closer look at the factors to consider when choosing an asphalt lot or concrete driveway.

 

The Local Climate

Asphalt is slightly flexible and designed to adapt to changing climate conditions, especially extreme swings between hot and cold climates. Asphalt becomes slightly soft during a hot summer and is especially resistant to the rigors of cold like freezes and salt. 

 

Concrete, however, tends to show cracks in moisture or temperature extremes because the porous stone (and the ground underneath) may swell and contract with the weather, leaving cracks and crumbling over time. Concrete often looks nice initially, but the climate quickly leaves it looking weathered.

 

Expected Traffic

Concrete driveways are a safer choice for properties that expect to see minimum traffic and stress on the pavement, while asphalt is used for heavy-use parking lots and interstate highways for a reason. Asphalt typically offers longer-term durability and is easier to repair when signs of wear and tear appear.

 

Concrete tends to be a better choice for foot traffic, which is why it is favored for sidewalks and plazas. Decorative concrete has great potential for outdoor decor, but asphalt is typically the better choice for high-volume vehicle traffic.

 

Environmental Impact of Paving Materials

Did you know that asphalt is often made of recycled aggregate and can be recycled when removed? You also must remove less of your asphalt installation to enact repairs – even repairs down to the sub-base level. For businesses striving to achieve fully green practices and facility design, asphalt allows you to support the recycled material movement and reduce your overall carbon footprint.

 

The materials for concrete pavement can be recycled, but concrete is typically made from fresh materials, and slabs must be broken up and removed to make repairs.

 

Ease of Installation

Once the sub-base is ready, asphalt can be installed and driven on far more quickly than a concrete slab because asphalt is made of a compacted yet springy mix of aggregate (big and little gravel), binder, and oil. Once the binder sets, which happens within a day, you can begin to walk on asphalt, and very soon, vehicles will be able to begin a normal flow of traffic.

 

General Maintenance and Upkeep

Asphalt is also more reliable where upkeep is concerned. While asphalt calls for more routine maintenance like re-sealing and the occasional patch, this routine maintenance keeps your asphalt beautiful and functional for far longer than a concrete slab will remain crack-free.

 

Should You Choose Asphalt or Concrete for Your Commercial Pavement?

Concrete is a wonderful material for sidewalks, plazas, and low-use pavements. However, if you are planning a commercial parking lot or a high-traffic driveway, asphalt is almost always the better long-term plan. With a simple asphalt maintenance schedule, you can ensure that your pavement remains pristine, safe for vehicles and pedestrians, and aesthetically complimentary to your building for years and decades into the future.

 

Professional Asphalt Pavement Installation Services in Phoenix

Whether your Phoenix commercial property needs an upgrade or you want to sculpt a fresh piece of land for your purposes, One Stop Asphalt is here to ensure that your pavement installation is a smooth, enjoyable process. Contact us today to learn more about choosing the right pavement and parking design for your commercial property.

 

Get a free estimate of professional asphalt pavement installation services in Phoenix through our handy online form.

 

 

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September 30, 2022 In Blog By admin

The Complete 7-Step Process For Asphalt Pavement Installation

Laying an asphalt driveway or parking area is not done with just asphalt. A good asphalt installation requires eight precisely performed steps and a well-built system of layers supporting and reinforcing the final asphalt surface. These steps include preparing and grading the land, building a sub-base that can handle changes in temperature and moisture, testing the structure, and pouring a strong layer of flexible asphalt over the top. Once these steps have been completed, your asphalt will be ready to serve durably for many low-maintenance years.

 

Let’s explore the eight-step process of asphalt pavement installation in Phoenix, AZ.

 

Step 1: Demolition and Removal

The first step in most asphalt installation projects is to remove the previous pavement – or what’s left of it. Today, desirable properties are often already paved, partially paved, or have decaying pavement from structures that are already gone. Building a new house, renovating a commercial property, or replacing old, cracked pavement requires demolition and removal as the first step.

 

Our professional asphalt team will use heavy machinery to break up the old pavement and remove all of the undesirable layers and debris. Removing the old pavement creates a clear space to design and install your new pavement.

 

Step 2: Grading and Sloping

Next, the paved area is graded and sloped, meaning the ground beneath the paving will be shaped to match the asphalt driveway, lot, or road you want to create. Grading ensures that the ground is flat and level. Sloping pre-plans the drainage angle to ensure that water runs off your asphalt instead of pooling, which can lead to safety and maintenance concerns.

 

Step 3: Prepare the Sub Base

Creating a stable yet adaptive sub-base is the most important step in asphalt installation. Most of the asphalt cracks result from a sub-base that was insufficiently built or was eroded or damaged over time. Preventing pot holes and alligator cracks relies on expert complete sub-base preparation.

 

The sub-base prevents the asphalt from moving and cracking when the ground contracts cold or expands with heat or moisture. A strong sub-base will not erode with the rain.

 

Step 4: Proof Roll, Undercutting, and Sub Base Repair

How do you know if a sub-base is strong enough to last for many years of traffic and weather? We test it. Using heavy rollers, we simulate traffic pressures – called a Proof Roll. Gravel that flexes too much, undercutting is used to repair the sub-base to increase the security of any soft areas until the entire sub-base passes the proof roll.

 

Step 5: Binder and Surface Course

The binder layer is the strongest layer of asphalt created with the coarse, larger aggregate material and oil. The sticky fine aggregate binds to this binder layer, making it a highly durable composite asphalt. This layer is laid evenly over the prepared sub-base and shaped to the final pavement design.

 

Step 6: Install New Asphalt Surface

The new asphalt surface consists of small aggregate, sand, and oil, creating the dark, flexible, durable material most associated with high-quality asphalt. The asphalt surface is poured over the binder layer, saturating and bonding with the coarse aggregate.

 

Step 7: Butt Joints and Transitions 

The main benefit of asphalt is that it transitions well to other paved and asphalt surfaces. The pour allows for smooth transitions from the new asphalt driveway’s sub-base support to the existing road or parking lot. The seventh step involves setting up butt joints where these transitions occur. These joints make sure there is not a noticeable difference from one pavement surface to the next.

 

Step 8: Final Roll

The final roll uses heavy roller equipment to smooth over the new asphalt surface and ensure it is as stable and compact as possible and that no bumps of aggregate protrude from the smooth surface.

 

Seal After Six Months

It will take only a few days for your pavement to be ready to be driven on, but an asphalt installation is not fully weatherproof for the long term until it has been sealed. The final seal occurs with a follow-up appointment six months after your installation and ensures that your pavement remains free of cracks, pits, and traveling for the next several years until your asphalt is to be sealed again.

 

Professional Asphalt Pavement Installation Services in Phoenix

Performing expert asphalt installation is what One Stop Asphalt does best. You can rely on our dedicated asphalt specialists to perform every step of the eight-step process with attention and precision. Contact us today for a free estimate to discuss your plans for a new asphalt driveway or larger asphalt installation. We are ready to make sure every step is done to perfection.

 

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August 16, 2022 In Blog By admin

ADA Handicap Parking Requirements

The Americans with Disabilities Act has profoundly affected how we design buildings and public spaces, especially when maintaining the parking lot. The ADA has some very specific regulations regarding painting handicap-accessible parking spots and making sure your parking lot is designed with ramps and pathways in all the right places.

Here at One Stop Asphalt, we know what it takes to make sure your parking lot is elegantly accessible and ADA compliant after a fresh parking lot repainting.

 

Number of Handicap-Accessible Stalls

Every public parking lot is required to have handicap parking spots that meet ADA size and accessibility requirements. There must be at least one van-accessible spot, and in parking lots smaller than 26 slots, that may be the only handicap parking space.

  • 1-25 Parking Spots
    • 1 Handicap Spot
      • 1 Van Accessible Spot
  • 26-50 Parking Spots
    • 2 Handicap Spots
      • 1 Standard Accessible Spot
      • 1 Van Accessible Spot
  • 51-75 Parking Spots
    • 3 Handicap Spots 
      • 2 Standard Accessible Spots
      • 1 Van Accessible Spot
  • 76-100 Parking Spots
    • 4 Handicap Spots 
      • 3 Standard Accessible Spots
      • 1 Van Accessible Spot
  • 101-150 Parking Spots
    • 5 Handicap Spots 
      • 4 Standard Accessible Spots
      • 1 Van Accessible Spot
  • 151-200 Parking Spots
    • 6 Handicap Spots 
      • 5 Standard Accessible Spots
      • 1 Van Accessible Spot
  • 201 – 300 Parking Spots
    • 7 Handicap Spots 
      • 5 Standard Accessible Spots
      • 2 Van Accessible Spots
  • 301 – 400 Parking Spots
    • 8 Handicap Spots 
      • 6 Standard Accessible Spots
      • 2 Van Accessible Spots
  • 301 – 500 Parking Spots
    • 9 Handicap Spots 
      • 7 Standard Accessible Spots
      • 2 Van Accessible Spots
  • 500 – 1000 Parking Spots
    • 2% of all parking spots must be Handicap Spots
    • 5:1 Ratio Standard to Van Spots
  • 1000 + Parking Spots
    • 20 Handicap Spots
    • + 1 for every 100 Spots over 1000
    • 5:1 Ratio Standard to Van Spots

 

Handicap-Accessible Signage

Every handicap-accessible parking space must be marked with a handicap-accessible sign that the driver can see, clearly indicating the purpose of the space and where it is safe for handicapped drivers or accessible vehicles to park. Here are the ADA regulations for just where and how to position your handicap-accessible signage in the parking lot.

  • The international symbol of accessibility
    • Wheelchair figure
    • White on blue background
  • At least 5 feet off the ground
    • 60 inches
    • Sometimes 80 inches
  • Post at the head of the parking space
  • Post does not obstruct vehicles from using the space
  • The sign must be visible from the driver’s side when parking
  • “Van Accessible” spots must be so labeled for the specified spots

 

Location for Accessible Parking Spaces

Handicap-accessible parking should be prioritized for the shortest walk and easiest access to ramps along the path. Place handicap-accessible spaces near your ramps, sloped sidewalk entry points, and nearest the entry and exit doors. If you have multiple entrances and exits, you have more options for where to place your handicap spaces to provide a short walk. Consider pouring newly ramped sidewalks to enhance the accessibility of the path from your parking spaces to each entrance.

 

Accessible Parking Space Size and Pavement Painting Specifications

Painting your accessible parking spaces requires careful measurement. Standard-sized handicap accessible parking spaces must be eight feet wide with a five-foot diagonally painted access aisle adjacent to each slot. Handicap van accessible spots must be 16 feet wide, but this can be with an 11-foot slot and a five-foot aisle or an eight-foot slot and an eight-foot aisle.

 

Paint using blue and white or red and green, whichever is the most visible in your climate and on your pavement.

 

Standard Handicap-Accessible Parking Space

  • 8 Ft wide: 96 inches
  • 5-foot access aisle adjacent to the 8-foot slot
  • The aisle should lead to an access ramp or accessible entryway

 

Van Accessible Parking Space

  • 11 Ft wide: 132 inches
  • 5-foot access aisle
  • Alternate: 8-foot fan space with 8-foot access aisle
  • The vertical clearance of 98 inches for lift equipment

 

Why Choose One Stop Asphalt

One-Stop Asphalt can help you care for all your paving and parking lot compliance needs in the Phoenix, Arizona, metropolitan area. Whether you are managing a local business, venue, or multi-family residence, our fifteen years in the business gives us the insight and experience to ensure your parking lot is done right the first time, every time. One Stop can create beautiful pavement, help you maintain your existing parking lot, and repaint your parking spots in accordance with the current ADA regulations.

 

Parking Lot Repair & Striping in Phoenix, AZ

If your business or venue needs parking lot repair or parking lot striping services in Phoenix, AZ, contact us today. One Stop Asphalt can make your pavement needs quick, easy, and well-designed for your property’s flow of traffic. Contact us today for your initial parking lot consultation.

 

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July 22, 2022 In Blog By admin

What Are the Standard Dimensions of a Parking Space?

Here is what you need to know as a commercial or business owner looking to construct or improve their blacktop parking space in Phoenix. Parking space dimensions are highly influenced by the ADA guidelines, accessibility, traffic at the parking lot, and the curb rotation angle.

This article will discuss how One-Stop Asphalt can help you have your most efficient parking space.

 

Types of Parking Spaces & Dimensions Used for Phoenix Businesses

It is vital for you to know that vehicles can fit in the parking spaces either perpendicularly, angled, or in a parallel manner. The spaces and dimensions are standardized across the US. However slightly differ depending on the local regulations and guidelines of your area.

For instance, amongst the services offered by One Stop Asphalt in Phoenix, line stripping has to follow some mandatory guidelines of different authorities.

Standard parking space dimensions across America are 7.5 and 9 feet for width and 16 to 20 feet for depth. However, for the North American dimensions, you are needed to use 8.5 to 9 feet wide by 18 for parking space. For angles, it is 30, 45, 60, and 90 degrees for most places.

Let’s look at some of the types of parking spaces and dimensions.

 

One-Way vs. Two-Way

The range between rows in your parking lot aisle will be between 14 and 24 feet, which depends on if it’s a one-way or two-way aisle. Aisles in two-way are wider in dimensions to allow the safe movement of vehicles in the opposite direction. They are 20 feet and above.

As for one-way aisles, they can be narrower and sometimes more comprehensive only when the angle the curb takes at the parking space is wider. It ensures your vehicle is safe upon entry and exit.

 

Angled Parking Spaces

The wider the angle, the wider the aisle is. The angle formed upon the parking space meeting the curb determines the dimensions of the aisle. As most parking space dimensions are positioned at 30, 45, 60, and 90 degrees, they all influence the movement of your vehicle in specific ways.

When the angle is wider, the aisle has to be wide since vehicles need more space to maneuver the parking space safely. Angled parking spaces can be helpful where parking lot dimensions are limited; at least 60 degrees give 20 feet of space between parking stalls; 30 degrees allows you to move a lot but is dangerous for areas bordering the street.

 

90- Degree Parking Spaces

Most business and commercial property owners widely use these parking spaces. The parking stalls are right-angled from the driveway. One-way aisles with 90 degrees spacing are equal to aisles in two-way. They require wider parking lot dimensions with a turning space of 26 feet.

 

Parallel Parking Spaces

These are straight parking spots along street edges. They require enough space for vehicles to move around. Parallel parking spaces can only be used in cases where other designs are unsuitable.

 

ADA Accessibility

Being compliant with ADA guidelines regarding accessibility does not stop only at painting the parking space. In Phoenix, you need to consider the following:

  • The size of the pavement and parking space dimensions should be at least 8 feet wide and the total length of a stall to enable easy access to elevators, wheelchairs, and other walkers.
  • The location of parking spaces should be accessible to the entrances and exits of the building.
  • Signage for accessible areas for people with disability should be 5 feet off the ground to avoid being blocked by vehicles.
  • The number of stalls accessible to the disabled should match the total stalls in the parking.
  • Accessible areas, aisles, and routes corresponding to them should be kept in the best shape and clean.
  • There are specific government laws that strictly govern these rules, which you need to consult your authorities before stripping.

 

Parking Lot Repair and Stripping in Phoenix, AZ

One Stop Asphalt provides a high-quality service that will make your parking area appear brand-new and flawless. Our asphalt patching makes old parking lots look like new again. While our complete installs offer years of performance without much asphalt maintenance.

Visit our website to learn more about our services, which include asphalt paving, crack filling, removal and replacement, grading and stripping, overlay, and seal coating. You can also contact us to get the best customer experience.


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