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Head-to-Head: Asphalt Vs. Concrete – Which Should You Use for Your Driveway?
- Jul 29th, 2024
In the world of pavement, there are two main options for paving your driveway: concrete or asphalt. Living in the Midwest, there's no clear-cut answer as to which pavement type you should choose. Both asphalt and concrete have unique advantages[..]
Common Misconceptions About Asphalt Pavement
- May 23rd, 2024
Hoerr's Blacktop & Sealcoating has seen and heard it all regarding asphalt, concrete and sealcoating. This being the case, we often run into potential clients interested in asphalt paving services but have reservations based on outdated or completely wrong information.[..]
Best Materials for Your Driveway
- Dec 01st, 2023
What Are the Best Materials for Your Driveway? You are not alone if you are a homeowner or commercial property owner wondering which materials are the best for your driveway pavement. Many residential and commercial customers ask for advice from[..]
Why Choose Concrete for Your Patio?
- Feb 13th, 2023
Why Choose Concrete for Your Patio? If you find yourself asking why choose concrete for your patio, there are many reasons why concrete may provide the right solution for you. For starters, concrete patios generally come with the most affordable[..]
Causes for Asphalt Deterioration
- Jan 17th, 2023
What Are the Main Causes for Asphalt Deterioration? Hoerr’s Blacktop & Sealcoating contractors often get asked, “What are the main causes for asphalt deterioration?” Though asphalt offers incredible durability, its surface and underlying layers will breakdown for a variety of[..]
Tips for Increasing Parking Lot Safety
- Dec 19th, 2022
Top 10 Tips for Increasing Parking Lot Safety at Your Business Many clients often ask us at Hoerr’s Blacktop & Sealcoating about tips for increasing parking lot safety at their business. After all, a safe parking lot provide a tremendous[..]
Prepare Your Asphalt for the Upcoming Season
- Feb 21st, 2022
As we make our way into the final month of winter, it's time to start considering what needs to be done to prepare for the coming spring. And besides your usual "spring cleaning," it's important to consider the state of[..]
The 5 Main Reasons You Cannot Afford to Go Without Sealcoating
- Aug 12th, 2020
Maintaining the asphalt or pavement of your driveway or parking lot is no simple task. Especially in Illinois, where weather is “unpredictable,” at best, your blacktop can take a beating that reduces its overall lifecycle. However, there are options for[..]