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J. Mrugacz

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Understanding the differences between hot mix asphalt and warm mix asphalt

Posted by J. Mrugacz on Nov 20, 2014

Asphalt pavement is a mix of coarse aggregate stone, sand, fine aggregate and asphalt cement, which is petroleum based. Depending on the asphalt manufacturing process and temperatures used, it is either considered hot mix asphalt or warm mix asphalt.

Residential Asphalt Driveway Repair and Repave Done Right - Wolf Paving (Case Study)

Posted by J. Mrugacz on Nov 18, 2014

In the summer of 2014, Rick Sparks from Fall River contacted Wolf Paving to demolish his existing driveway and install a new driveway that better met his needs. Rick had recently installed a new retaining wall and wanted the paved surface to extend to the wall. He also wanted the edges of his driveway straightened.

10 Historical Asphalt Paved Highways and Interstates in the United States

Posted by J. Mrugacz on Nov 5, 2014

Historically highways and interstates were constructed using concrete, which has long been touted as more durable and weather resistant than asphalt. With the advancements in asphalt concrete production and materials, asphalt has become the go-to choice when repaving and renovating some of the nation’s most well-traveled and historic highways and interstates. In fact, Wolf Paving has been on the forefront of the asphalt paving movement in Wisconsin since its inception in the 1940s.

Game, Set, Match: Asphalt Pavement for Tennis Courts Nets a Surfacing Victory

Posted by J. Mrugacz on Oct 8, 2014

A residential tennis court installation is an excellent way to add to the value – and the personal enjoyment – of any home. Similarly, commercial enterprises such as condominiums and apartments, schools, gyms, and community and municipal centers also benefit from tennis court installations.

However, when it comes to making design decisions concerning whether you should install a grass, clay, or hard court surface constructed from plastic or asphalt, you should consider durability, playability, and maintenance issues. Choosing a hard court surface with asphalt pavement for tennis courts makes good, solid sense for a number of reasons.

5 Ways To Prepare Residential Driveways or Commercial Parking Lots For Cold Months

Posted by J. Mrugacz on Sep 17, 2014

Driveways and parking lots are a major component of the function and appearance of your home or business. Now is the time for extra attention to exterior maintenance.