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Many home and business owners looking for an affordable and versatile paving material have traditionally relied on gravel. However, there are alternative paving solutions available today that offer benefits that gravel can’t compete with. According to the team at Manchester Aggregate Supply in Manchester, CT, screened millings make for a better ground cover in a number of applications. 

Why Choose Screened Millings Over Traditional Gravel

1) It Has a Low Cost

If you’re looking for a low-cost paving solution, screened millings are ideal. Screened asphalt millings are the byproducts of asphalt deconstruction processes, which are then crushed into a gravel-like consistency. Because millings are recycled, it is much more affordable than newly generated gravel alternatives, so it can be purchased and installed at a much lower price point.

2) It Is Easy to Maintain & Durable 

screened millingsAsphalt millings are a no-fuss paving alternative that many home and business owners favor due to their hassle-free application and maintenance requirements. Asphalt millings don’t need to be resurfaced or refinished before installation. Because asphalt millings harden over time, they become stronger with age and require less cleanup.

3) It Is More Adaptable to Weather

Extreme weather can cause issues with traditional gravel pavement. Since screened millings are harder and more durable, it performs better in cold and wet conditions. In cold weather, millings are more impervious to ice accumulation. Snow also melts off asphalt millings faster than gravel. In wet weather, millings generate less mud and make for better traction. Additionally, in hot temperatures, millings are better at sequestering dust, so there is less agitation in high-traffic areas.

As the area’s leading construction aggregate supplier for more than 40 years, the team at Manchester Aggregate Supply has all the paving material that you need for your next project. For more information on their offerings of screened millings and fill materials, call them at (860) 643-7777.

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