J & J Asphalt

02/25/2026

05/02/2024

While there may be a spirited debate as to whether golfers should walk or ride, one thing is certain – having motorized carts not only increases play, it also speeds it up, and course revenues are subsequently increased. Paved paths help facilitate cart use.

04/30/2024

What does air void refer to when it comes to pavement construction? This is a reverse proportion of the density of the compacted mix. By specifying a density requirement for the asphalt, in this way the air voids are inversely controlled.

04/25/2024

When it comes to laying the base for your paved driveway, the pitch of the base is critically, as it needs to allow for sufficient water damage. Typically, a laser level or transit is used to ensure the correct pitch, so that water is channeled in the best possible direction.

04/23/2024

If you hit a ball and it lands on a paved cart path, you are allowed to place it in the nearest relief. This is not counted against your score. Although cart paths can affect your game, they are a convenient feature to get around the course quickly.

04/18/2024

It’s important to remember that you don’t have to make do with the small concrete patio that was there when you moved into the house. If you’ve got your heart set on a patio large enough to accommodate guests at your next barbeque, we’re always happy to help.

04/16/2024

Potholes in common roadways are often repaired with asphalt paving because it is easy to prepare, lay, and it also dries faster than other materials. It is a great material for parking lots, walkways, sidewalks, and other high-traffic areas.

04/11/2024

For the first six months to a year after your new driveway is installed, we recommend alternating parking patterns (or rotating them, if you have multiple vehicles). This helps prevent low spots from forming in the asphalt.

04/09/2024

Did you know that asphalt pavement is 100 percent recyclable? In fact, asphalt can be made to perform better the second or even third time around and is the most recycled product in the United States.

04/04/2024

What is the difference between tar and asphalt? Asphalt contains a mixture of bitumen – a residue derived from crude oil – plus aggregate materials like stone and sand. Tar, while similar in nature to asphalt, is derived from coal instead of crude oil.

04/02/2024

An important step in the paving of your driveway involves the compaction of the material. Without proper compaction, the asphalt structure will not hold together, nor will it be able to endure the stresses put on it from the elements.