Completed Landscaping, Driveway and patio jobs 2013 (Liverpool)
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Penetration Grades Bitumen, the binder used in Bitmac, comes in a range of "penetration grades". There are specific tests that determine just what is the "penetration grade" of a given bitumen, but, rather than go into a lot of very technical and insomnia-curing detail, it is best to think of 'pen' as being a measure of "bitumen softness", of how far a point load will sink into a block of pure bitumen at normal temperatures.
The pen grade of the bitumen binder has a direct bearing on the 'hardness' of the bitmac produced using that bitumen, and so we have a range of penetration grades, from 15pen, which is pretty damned hard, to 450pen, which is relatively soft. A 'softer', more pliable binder produces a softer, more pliable bitmac. Imagine trying to push the blade of a Phillips screwdriver into a bitmac surface; some bitmacs will offer far more resistance than others, and a lot of that difference is dependent on the 'pen grade' of the bitumen binder. So, some bitmacs are harder, or softer, than others, and the degree of pliability can be tailored to suit the requirements of the job in hand.
As a sweeping generalisation, the harder grades (70pen or less), are used as 'asphalts', while the softer grades (100 pen or more, are used as binders for bitumen macadams (bitmac). Bitumens of different pen grades can be blended to create binders with a specific pen grade.
There are different grades of cutback (you knew there would be, didn't you!) ranging from slow-curing, through medium-curing to fast-curing. Medium-curing cutback is a popular choice for hand-laid work, as it gives a good degree of workability for a reasonable amount of time, but still gives a trafficable surface in a matter of hours.
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Jennings Surfacing, the leading Surrey driveway and paving firm, is pleased to announce a new range of coloured tarmac options for 2014. With more than forty years worth of experience in the paving industry, the company has experienced a lot of changes, but they have stayed in touch with the latest trends and fashions. This is why the firm is delighted to be able to provide clients with an extensive range of new coloured tarmac and decorative finishes in 2014.
Creating a stylish and welcoming entrance to a home or property has never been more important. Homeowners looking to sell their home or increase the value of a property will be keen to make a positive first impression. However, there is also a lot to be said for making a driveway as appealing and as attractive as possible. When it comes to finding the best value driveways Surrey has to offer, Jennings Surfacing is the number one local operator.
With more than four decades worth of experience in the industry, the firm knows how to lower costs without compromising on quality or level of customer service. The firm has developed their expertise and understanding of paving, which allows them to pass on the savings to customers. Even with the new paving and tarmac options that are available to customers, the firm is able to provide an affordable range of options for their clients. With the new coloured tarmac range for 2014 included in the Jennings Surfacing price promise, it is unlikely that there will be a Surrey paving firm who can beat Jennings Surfacing for price or quality.
The firms reputation has been developed for a number of reasons, but they are regarded as providing the best quality block paving Surrey has ever seen. A casual walk or drive around town will enable a person to see many examples of the fine block paving work carried out by the firm. It is this upstanding reputation, and list of positive recommendations, provided by the local Surrey community that has enabled Jennings Surfacing to be regarded as the leading Surrey provider of all paving and driveways.
There has never been a better time to plan ahead for the New Year and anyone looking to improve the appearance of their home should consider repaving their driveway. With Jennings Surfacing offering a new range of coloured tarmac services, there has been a better time to create a fresh look at home.
About Jennings Surfacing: With more than 40 years worth of experience in the paving and driveway industry, Jennings Surfacing is rightly regarded as the leading driveway firm in the Surrey area. With a highly experienced workforce and a determination to stay in touch with the latest trends and equipment in the industry, Jennings Surfacing provides the most effective driveway and paving service in the local area. Anyone looking to freshen up their home will benefit from what the firm has to offer.
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KANSAS CITY, KAN. Although winter has set in across Kansas, door-to-door paving scams are continuing to be seen throughout the state, Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt said today.
In the past three months, the Attorney Generals Consumer Protection Division has received complaints regarding door-to-door driveway paving scams from Cloud, Douglas, Jefferson, Marshall, Mitchell, Nemaha, Neosho, Osage, Ottawa, Republic, Saline, Shawnee and Stevens counties.
Typically, the scam involves the pavers claiming they have leftover asphalt from a recent job, and offering consumers a good deal to pave their driveways. Often, they do not disclose all of the charges, do not inform the consumers of their three-day right to cancel, perform substandard work or do not complete the job at all.
Schmidt reminded consumers that when hiring contractors or construction workers, it is best to deal with reputable, local companies.
Schmidt asked that any Kansans who may have done business with a deceptive or fraudulent paving operation contact his Consumer Protection Division by calling 1-800-432-2310 or by filing a complaint online at http://www.InYourCornerKansas.org.
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Consumer Alert: Despite cold weather, paving scams continue
The Kansas Attorney Generals Office is warning area homeowners about a series of scams that have been reported in more than a dozen counties in the state.
The office said Tuesday that driveway pavers are travelling door-to-door claiming they have leftover asphalt from previous jobs and are willing to give customers an inexpensive rate.
The pavers dont disclose all of the charges to homeowners, perform subpar work, and dont inform consumers of their right to cancel the service within three days, the attorney generals office said in a news release.
Homeowners in 13 counties, including Shawnee County, have filed complaints with the attorney generals office about the paving scam.
In October, the attorney generals office filed a lawsuit against George H. Swartz and James J. Swartz after receiving complaints about their door-to-door paving service. The lawsuit stated the two operated under at least eight business names and targeted elderly people.
Attorney General Derek Schmidt advised in a news release Tuesday that consumers hire local, reputable contractors.
Schmidt asks those who may have done business with a fraudulent paving operation to call his offices Consumer Protection Division at (800) 432-2310 or file a complaint online at http://www.InYourCornerKansas.org.
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Marc Chase is a veteran investigative newspaper reporter and editor of 12 years. Specializing in computer-assisted reporting, he holds a Bachelor of Science in journalism from Southern Illinois University and a Master of Arts in public affairs reporting from the University of Illinois.
Since the late 19th century, the jet black of asphalt has changed the landscape of the world's transportation network. In addition to Interstate, county and municipal highways, asphalt paves countless driveways across the country. Proper curing and sealing ensures a long life for this durable, versatile paving surface.
Asphalt is engineered from stone, sand, gravel and asphalt cement, which is a petroleum product. The cement binds the overall pavement together. The National Asphalt Pavement Association reports that the first asphalt roadways can be traced to 625 B.C. in ancient Babylon.
Professionally laid asphalt driveways require time to solidify before use, all part of the curing process. Newly poured asphalt driveways should sit dormant for three days before supporting vehicles. Though they can be used during this time, asphalt driveways remain somewhat pliable for about a year as the pavement completely cures. An entire year or more should pass before seal coating new driveways as the curing process will never properly finish after sealing is done.
After a year or two, seal coating places a protective barrier atop asphalt drives that locks out corrosive moisture and liquid fuels, protects the surface from ultraviolet rays and rejuvenates the rich black look. Seal coating can be applied with broom-like tools or through professional sprayers. Once applied, seal coating requires 24 to 48 hours of curing time before the surface becomes ready for walking and vehicle traffic. Hardening time depends on temperature and humidity levels.
The best way to ensure a long life for asphalt driveways is repeating the seal coating process every two to five years. This keeps a binding on the surface and locks out elements that corrode aging asphalt. If dents or large cracks form over time, asphalt patching material should be applied before seal coating. Avoiding oil and gasoline leaks and spills also extends the life of asphalt driveways.
Seal coating should never be performed in excessively damp or humid conditions. Best seal coating and curing results come on sunny, dry days with temperatures at 70 degrees F or warmer. High humidity and dampness lengthens curing times, and rain within 24 hours of sealing can ruin the job.
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The closure of Lawnfield Road for construction since May 30 has been extended through next March because unusually cold weather prevented paving this fall, county officials said.
A December completion date had been expected on this portion of the project that aims to ease traffic congestion and strengthen the Clackamas County jobs climate with the first new state road in the Portland area in more than 30 years.
Officials broke ground in July on the $118 million Sunrise Jobs and Transportation Act Project, which received $100 million from the 2009 Oregon Legislature to upgrade the states transportation system.
Lawnfield Road has been a closely watched portion of the project because a contingent of industrial business owners in the area had sued to prevent the closure of a railroad crossing as a key part of the effort to build a new highway between Highway 224 and 162nd Avenue. Another legislative bill this year and lower-than-expected bids ensured that the Tolbert Overpass would be built as the Sunrise Corridor project became a reality.
The closure, at the east end of Lawnfield Road from 97th Avenue to 98th Court, will continue 24 hours a day. If weather allows, Clackamas County plans to reopen the road in January.
Paving of Lawnfield Roads two layers of asphalt could occur over two days of dry 40-degree weather, and county officials had hoped to do those steps Dec. 26 and 27. But last weeks cold snap didnt cooperate, and now theyre looking to other opportunities to lay down those asphalt layers. Once that happens, about three more weeks of decent weather would be needed to install concrete barriers and reopen the road.
It is harder and harder to get the weather we need as we get further into winter, said County Project Manager Terry Mungenast. It looks like our next best opportunity will be Monday. Hopefully well get some warmer temperatures!
But Lawnfield Roads intersections with 97th Avenue and 98th Court will remain open throughout construction. And emergency vehicles continue to have 24-hour access to both driveways at the Lawnfield Garden Condominiums via 97th Avenue to the north driveway and via Lawnfield to the south driveway.
If the road can reopen in the next couple of months, county officials then plan to close the road again briefly for one or two days in the spring for final paving and cleanup work. In early spring, temperatures would need to be 50 degrees or above to stripe the road and complete this phase of the project.
The construction project includes roadway reconstruction and widening, bike lanes, sidewalks, stormwater drainage and a detention pond, street lighting and new traffic signals at the Lawnfield Road/97th Avenue intersection.
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CORPUS CHRISTI (Kiii News) -
A homeowner's cat that was intentionally sprayed with hot asphalt by a paving crew last week reportedly died from his injuries on Monday.
It was last Wednesday when Pat Jock's cat, Ricky, was found covered in the sticky tar in apparent distress and was taken to the Doddridge Animal Clinic. Ricky had to be shaved, revealing severe burns all over its body.
Since the incident, Ricky was refusing to eat or drink.
Jock's neighbor, Linda Emmord, had hired a crew claiming to work for a company called Blacktop Paving out of Mesquite, Texas, to work on the driveway at her home on Jarvis Street. It is believed that the crew intentionally sprayed Ricky with the hot asphalt. Emmord tried to track down the company, but could night find a working phone number.
On Friday, the Corpus Christi Police Department reported that they are working on locating the company responsible, and that if the case could be proven, the company could be charged with a misdemeanor charge of animal cruelty.
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Cat Dies from Injuries After Being Sprayed with Hot Asphalt
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An Annaville resident has come forward against the paving company that is allegedly responsible for spraying and killing a cat with hot asphalt last week.
The homeowner, James Richter, said he could not believe his eyes when he saw 3News' original report about Ricky the cat, because he recognized the asphalt company as the same one he hired to repave his driveway. He claims they did not do the job they were paid to do.
For $1,200, Richter thought he was paying Blacktop Paving for a new asphalt driveway. Instead, he said he was left Scrooged just before Christmas.
"They promised me a beautiful driveway and I got mud," Richter said.
What was supposed to be a brand new driveway made of asphalt turned out to be nothing more than clay and rocks. Richter showed how his driveway literally crumbled away with the use of his water hose and under his foot -- not the job he thought he paid the contractor to do.
Richter said the men were very convincing when they knocked on his door.
"I had a fella knock on the door, said he had a load of asphalt that was going to harden in the back of his truck if he didn't use it. Said he could make me a real good deal on an asphalt driveway. Said it was recycled. Fortified with cement," Richter said. "I did everything wrong, Bill. I did everything wrong. Didn't take pictures. Didn't take copies of drivers licenses, which I wish I had."
Richter has called and called the company with the phone number on the work agreement, always to no avail.
The Better Business Bureau said it's important to first have a contract, and know the correct contact information on the contractor. Do your homework and check BBB.org to see if they are a legitimate business.
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Another Coastal Bend Resident Comes Out Against Paving Company