Find out when concrete is the right pavement choice over asphalt in commercial uses.
If you spend any time on asphalt or concrete industry websites, you’ll see the benefits of one being touted over the disadvantages of the other. However, Tucker Paving has been in the paving industry—both asphalt and concrete— for over three decades, and we know that both asphalt and concrete have their advantages and disadvantages, and we can tell you that the requirements of some paving jobs call for one over the other. Find out when concrete is the right call over asphalt in commercial settings.
When to Choose Concrete
Concrete is best suited under the following conditions in commercial settings:
When the pavement will see heavy traffic in commercial and industrial applications. Concrete does beat out asphalt when it comes to strength and durability under heavy, repeated loads. Most commercial and industrial applications that will see heavy vehicles and machinery will choose concrete.
When your project can handle the higher cost. Concrete costs more than asphalt for installation, but it’s long-lasting and relatively low maintenance. Many believe the longevity outweighs the higher installation costs.
If you need a pavement that can withstand hot, dirty environments. Concrete resists softening in hot environments, unlike asphalt, and it is more resistant to damage from chemical stains like oil and rust.
If you need to minimize the heat island effect. The dark color of asphalt means it absorbs solar radiation and releases it as heat to a higher degree than concrete. Concrete is the better choice in settings where a cooler pavement is needed.
If you want a certain look for aesthetics. Concrete can be textured, molded, dyed any color, stamped with any number of designs, and more. If your pavement needs to have a certain aesthetic look, then concrete is the best choice.
At Tucker Paving, we pride ourselves in having the skill, experience, and expertise to deliver projects with top efficiency and quality, no matter big or small! We have over three decades in the asphalt and concrete paving industry, including parking lots. Contact us by calling (863) 299-2262, or fill out our contact form online, to let us help you with your next asphalt paving project!