{"id":3064,"date":"2019-12-30T21:45:26","date_gmt":"2019-12-31T02:45:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nvmpaving.com\/?p=3064"},"modified":"2019-12-30T21:45:28","modified_gmt":"2019-12-31T02:45:28","slug":"common-asphalt-pavement-damage-caused-by-snowy-weather","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nvmpaving.com\/common-asphalt-pavement-damage-caused-by-snowy-weather\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Asphalt Pavement Damage Caused by Snowy Weather"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Winter weather creates many hazards for commercial properties. Not only can snow and ice create a dangerously slippery surface for pedestrians and cars, but it can also damage your commercial parking lot. Learn how to protect your asphalt pavement from these common snowy weather issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Freeze\/Thaw Cracks\nand Potholes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the worst issues caused by winter weather is freezing\nand thawing temperatures. Once snow accumulates, it tends to warm and cool\nthroughout the season. Thawed snow creates puddles that form around cracks and\npotholes in your pavement, which then freeze. Water expands as it turns into\nice, which can open up cracks and create larger potholes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best solution to this is to keep your pavement clear and\nrepair your pavement promptly. A small pothole repair project is far more\nconvenient than a major problem caused by years of freeze\/thaw damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Salt Damage<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most business owners use road salts and other common deicing\nagents to clear snow and ice off sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots. While\ndeicing agents can be effective at removing snow, they also create\nenvironmental issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most hot-mix asphalt pavement used in commercial parking lots isn\u2019t harmed by deicing agents, but with environmental concerns, you should use it sparingly this winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips for Preventing\nSnowy Weather Damage<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t let routine snow and ice damage your commercial\nproperty and create unsafe situations for your renters, customers, or\nemployees. Here are some tips for preventing snow and ice from damaging your\nasphalt pavement:<\/p>\n\n\n\n