What is in Concrete?

Insights from Your Local Concrete Contractor

Curious about what is in concrete? In its simplest form, this most popular building and paving material is typically a mixture of three materials—water, aggregates and Po

Asphalt Patching Techniques for Roads, Pavements and Parking Lots

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There are several asphalt patching techniques that may be used for filling cracks, pothole repairs in roads, pavements, parking lots, playgrounds, tennis courts, etc. When done the right way, patching helps prevent furth

What is in Asphalt? Insights from Your Local Paving Contractor

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Wondering what is in asphalt? This versatile and hardy paving material is typically a mixture of aggregates, binder and filler. The aggregates used in the formation of asphalt include gravel, crushed rock or stone and sa

Important Road Paving Considerations

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Ask Your Asphalt Contractor for Useful Tips

There are a few different road paving considerations to keep in mind during new installations or resurfacing. Our experienced team has highlighted the three most important o

Top 5 Tips on Selecting a Commercial Paving Contractor

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Compare more than just the price: With a few quotes in hand, do a comparison not only of the overall price but also what is covered and what’s not, as well as the warranty terms. Ask business associates, friends and

Follow ADA Guidelines for Striping and Marking Parking Lots

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Hire An Experienced Paving Contractor

Following ADA guidelines for striping and marking parking lots is the law. Commercial and public properties as well as HOAs and other types of residential complexes must abide by

News: From the Ground Up –30 Years of American Asphalt

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30 Years of American Asphalt

-- Allan Henderson CEO

After working for seven years at Bay Area Sealers I was out a job when the company went bellyup in 1982. I had worked there sin

News Story: Eulogy to Joe McSweeney — Allan Henderson

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Fond Memories of Joe McSweeney

When I first met Joe a little over three years ago he was looking for a job as an estimator. At that initial meeting he practically sold me on the spot, and we hired him soon

Joe McSweeney

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Joseph F. McSweeney ...November 1962 -March 17, 2013

Following a tragic accident, Joe suffered a head injury and passed away on St. Patrick’s Day. Joe was a loving husband of almost 25 years to Cathy

Giving Back With The Housing Industry Foundation (HIF)

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The Folks We Work With Standing On The Stuff We Do

American Asphalt recently joined the board of HIF, helping people beat the housing crisis through small personal grants, donated housing and shelter improvements.