The Importance of Asphalt Milling for Maintaining Your Parking Lot

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2. Understanding Asphalt Milling • Asphalt milling (cold milling) is the process of removing sections of the existing pavement and replacing it with new or recycled asphalt. • A small portion of the asphalt is removed to repair damage or to level the surface. • Traditional asphalt repair methods require the entire parking lot or large sections to be removed and replaced, wherein milling can be done for targeted damaged spots. • It is used after intense weather conditions, vehicle accidents, or fires where the existing asphalt has been significantly altered.

3. Benefits of Asphalt Milling • Cost-effective solution for commercial parking lots of various sizes. • Environment friendly, reduces carbon emissions stemming from asphalt production plants. • Improves driving surface by eliminating ruts, bumps, and permanent frost heaves. • Provides an even surface to improve traffic flow while preventing drainage issues. • Prevents damage from extreme temperature fluctuations and weather conditions.

4. The Asphalt Milling Process • Obstacles, debris, vegetation, and the existing asphalt are removed. • A cold milling machine with rows of metal daggers is strategically placed in a diagonal manner • It cuts into the asphalt up to two inches deep for the removal. • The machine filters the crushed asphalt onto a conveyor to be transferred into a truck moving ahead of the milling equipment. • The surface of the targeted pavement is then graded, compacted, and heated with specialized equipment to prepare it for milling. Continued… Reference : https://www.suresealpavement.com/the-importance-of-asphalt-milling-for-maintaining/

5. The Asphalt Milling Process • Once evenly distributed, the asphalt milling is compacted into the underlying existing asphalt with a roller. • The recycling of the removed asphalt is done at a processing facility. It is mixed with stone, gravel, and binding agents to form recycled asphalt. Reference : https://www.suresealpavement.com/the-importance-of-asphalt-milling-for-maintaining/

6. When to Consider Asphalt Milling Asphalt milling can be the alternative to replacing the entire paved parking lot if addressed at the first signs of pavement deterioration. Common signs that indicate that it’s time to consider asphalt milling include: • Pavement unravelling • Trenches • Severe cracking • Damage from incidents such as fire or accidents

7. The Importance of Professional Milling Services • Professional services for commercial asphalt maintenance and asphalt milling in Toronto can help save your business time, money, and reduce liability claims. • Leading contractors have the necessary equipment, top-quality products, and trained technicians to perform asphalt milling to the highest industry standards.

8. Maintenance Tips After Asphalt Milling • Extend the lifespan of the milling project with regular inspections and maintenance throughout the year. • Address any signs of wear, cracking, or other damage immediately to prevent further destruction of the pavement. • Apply asphalt sealcoating products every two to three years for added protection. • Sealcoating will enhance the lifespan of the asphalt milling project by protecting the surface from environmental damage and excessive pressure from heavy-weighted traffic. • It will also ensure the property is aesthetically pleasing since sealcoating gives the pavement a smooth, dark appearance.

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