{"id":540,"date":"2022-03-15T08:45:19","date_gmt":"2022-03-15T13:45:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/preferredpaving.com\/?p=540"},"modified":"2022-03-15T08:45:48","modified_gmt":"2022-03-15T13:45:48","slug":"discovering-the-difference-between-concrete-and-asphalt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/preferredpaving.com\/discovering-the-difference-between-concrete-and-asphalt\/","title":{"rendered":"Discovering the Difference Between Concrete and Asphalt"},"content":{"rendered":"
Parking lots are ubiquitous in our society. From big cities to the suburbs, wherever commercial businesses, municipal, or federal entities exist, there will also be a parking lot. Some lots are made from concrete, some are made from asphalt, and there are differences between the two. At Preferred Paving<\/a>, we know the pros and cons of using either material for your parking lot needs.<\/p>\n Asphalt<\/a> is the traditional choice for parking lot material, and a high percentage of parking lots are made using asphalt. It can raise your property value with its handsome look and can last, with maintenance<\/a>, for up to 30 years. Proper maintenance includes cleaning and sweeping, filling in cracks and potholes, and sealcoating to protect against the elements. Porous asphalt is a green alternative that costs less and is better for the environment and your resale value.<\/p>\n Asphalt is installed very quickly, so the business doesn’t suffer much from a lack of parking. It is also a noise-deadening substance, reducing traffic noise by up to 50%. Asphalt is also a safe substance to drive on because tires can grip the surface. Open-graded asphalt has channels by which water can flow, thus reducing puddles and the potential for skidding.<\/p>\nAsphalt<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Concrete<\/strong><\/h2>\n