There’s nothing quite like the sleek look of yellow stripes on fresh black concrete. Unfortunately, those bright stripes will fade overtime. This fading creates not just an aesthetic concern but also a serious issue. Line striping in a commercial parking lot must be clear to prevent confusion and potential...
We’ve devoted several blog posts to the subject of asphalt maintenance, stressing the importance of a regular maintenance regimen. But what about concrete? Concrete is one of the most durable construction products available and requires far less maintenance than asphalt. However, if you have a concrete commercial parking lot,...
A few years ago, DC Construction Services received a call from a major box store in a bind. One of the customer’s Pennsylvania locations was hosting a grand reopening in three weeks, and its parking lot needed to be repaved. The client reached out to several other contractors prior...
When it comes to paving an asphalt parking lot, environmental temperature can greatly affect the success of your project. If asphalt is paved in the wrong conditions, it will not set at the appropriate rate. This leads to a rough, rocky surface instead of a smooth, black lot. Worse...
We’ve all heard that favorite summer colloquialism: “It’s so hot you could cook an egg on the sidewalk!” During some of these August days that certainly seems possible, but have you ever tested the theory? Can you really cook an egg on the sidewalk? Is concrete able to conduct...
Indiana’s warmer summer months are here. These sunny days present the perfect opportunity for taking care of outdoor maintenance. Flowerbeds are planted and weeded; tomatoes and herbs are potted; lawns are mowed and trimmed; patios are swept clean. What about outdoor maintenance for asphalt? Whether you have an asphalt...
It’s just an unfortunate, unavoidable fact of life: asphalt is going to crack. At least initially, these cracks are simply a surface defect — largely an aesthetic problem. However, when left untreated, cracks can seriously affect the structural integrity of the asphalt. Because of this crack sealing is incredibly...
Indianapolis is a thriving, growing hub of the Midwest. As a result, Indy’s vibrant metropolis is the center for countless exciting events. Crowds are drawn downtown for thrilling sports games and enjoyable concerts and shows. If you are a part of those crowds, you are in for a good...
When a taxpayer sells an asset, it can be difficult to determine the character of the resulting gain or loss. Does the sale of the property result in ordinary income or capital gain or some combination of both? There are many factors that go into this analysis that deserve...
When constructing or resurfacing a commercial parking lot, property managers and owners frequently ask whether they would be better off with an asphalt parking lot or a concrete parking lot. The answer is that it depends. When considering a concrete vs asphalt parking lot, you should consider cost, durability,...
