Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
New asphalt paving requires approximately 3 days. You can walk on it immediately, but try to keep vehicles off for 3 days.
During the first 6 - 12 months, you should try to stagger your parking locations. Also, have motorcycle kick stands on a plate or block of wood.
If you must park your trailer or use a jack, use a piece of plywood to help distribute the weight evenly. If not, it may cause unwanted divots and low spots.
The weakest part of your asphalt is the edge. If not backfilled properly, the edges are likely to crack. Holland paving does concrete and asphalt curbing right so you don't suffer with these types of issues.
Although all the ingredients are the same, asphalt mixes vary from production plant to production plant and day to day.
We recommend you sealcoat your drive or parking lot 30 days after installation and again the following year. From this point, it should be once every three years.
Seal coat is a protective measure you can take to increase the longevity of your driveway or parking lot. The average lifespan of an asphalt surface is 15 years without sealing. Seal coating regularly every 3 years, can almost double the life of your driveway or parking lot.