Warm weather is ideal for asphalt paving because the temperature gives the paving contractor more time to work with the material without it seizing up. If you need to repave your driveway, parking lot or road, take advantage of the summer heat to ensure your project is a success. Below are several reasons to schedule repaving during the warmest months of the year.

Why You Should Hire a Paving Contractor in the Summertime

1. Material Remains Stable

Warmer air helps the asphalt mix maintain a stable temperature, ensuring it remains pliable. Cold weather, on the other hand, shortens installation times, which can cause the material to become unstable. Keeping the mixture above 70 degrees Fahrenheit and laying it expediently will help to ensure the surface is compact and ready.

2. More Efficient Application

While paving contractors use a machine to smooth the asphalt mixture, some areas of the surface must be spread and raked by hand. When the blacktop is laid during hot weather, the paving contractor and crew have longer daylight hours to complete the job. In addition to getting the job done faster, this can save you in labor costs.

3. Sealant Dries Quicker

After asphalt is laid, the contractor will apply a high-quality, breathable, latex sealant. Hot asphalt absorbs the sealant more efficiently, as summer temperatures allow it to dry faster and ensure the material bonds properly. 

4. Less Risk of Inclement Weather

While the material is setting, summer provides the heat necessary for it to harden with less likelihood of inclement weather ruining the material. Rain, for example, will cool the asphalt, making a proper bond difficult to achieve. The application can be planned based on the weather forecast to decrease the possibility of storms affecting the setting.

Get your repaving projects done during this summer with help from the professional team at Grey-Ruso Construction in College Point, NY. Their experienced paving contractors specialize in concrete, asphalt, and pavement milling for commercial and residential paving projects. For more information, visit their website or call (718) 358-1836 to schedule service.