See the reasons why proper drainage is a must if you want your Florida pavement to last.

While it may be called The Sunshine State, during the wet season there is a whole lot of water too. Pair that with a high water table, a close proximity to the ocean, and poor soil permeability in some areas, and you get constant opportunities for water damage to pavement. That is not a good thing for pavement, so proper drainage is a must. Tucker Paving has over 30 years of experience in the pavement construction industry, and we have seen the fallout from poor drainage for pavement time and time again. Find out why.

Why You Should Protect Your Pavement Against Poor Drainage

There are a number of reasons why you should protect your asphalt by ensuring there is proper drainage. This can include:

  1. To protect paving and other infrastructure from damage. Water can cause a lot of damage to paving. Standing water can get down into cracks and destroy pavement from within. Similarly, runoff can cause erosion around and under pavement, causing problems that lead to the failure of the pavement’s structure.  Repairing pavement damage on top of soil erosion, any  damage to underground utilities that occurred, and any other damage caused by poor drainage adds insult to injury.
  2. Following stormwater management regulations. There are many different state, county, and city regulations concerning stormwater management that are aimed at protecting water quality, preventing flooding, and conserving natural ecosystems. Proper drainage is usually a legal requirement!
  3. Maintaining safety. Poor drainage leads to flooding and standing water that can be dangerous no matter whether the pavement is a roadway, parking lot, or walkway; poor drainage can also affect accessibility. Both of these issues can open a business or organization to liability. Proper drainage keeps pavements safer and clear for pedestrians; 

We have been serving Central Florida since 1994 in the asphalt and concrete paving industry! We have completed projects for residential, commercial, and municipal clients. Contact us by calling (863) 299-2262, or use our contact form online. How can we help you with your next concrete or asphalt paving project?