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Planning Driveway Repair: 6 Things Our Experts Consider

Discover how J&W Asphalt approaches driveway repair with six expert considerations, including repair types, maintenance, and eco-friendly options.

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New Asphalt Driveway Installation: What to Expect

Are you tired of potholes, cracks, and an unsightly driveway? It might be time for a complete asphalt driveway installation. This blog post will outline the typical steps involved in this process.

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Unveiling the Winter Advantage: How Asphalt Driveways Outperform Concrete in Snow Melt Efficiency

As a seasoned professional in the residential asphalt driveway paving industry, we can shed light on how an asphalt driveway is more effective at melting snow compared to a concrete driveway.

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Effects Of Salt On Your Home's Foundation

Salt can have a detrimental effect on a home foundation especially where your driveway meets the home foundation.

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Mentoring New Employees

When looking for new employees, J&W Asphalt is not only looking for folks who will thrive in our sometimes rugged work conditions, but also those who will fit into our working family.

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Don't Get Ripped Off

Every year, out-of-state, illegitimate, blacktop contractors drive up to Minnesota to rip people off on their driveways.

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Skip College and Choose The Trades

Are you looking for an alternative to college that offers good pay and job security? Consider the construction industry!

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Myths and Facts About Asphalt

Asphalt is made from natural materials such as sand, gravel, and crushed stone, and it does not contain harmful chemicals. In fact, asphalt is one of the most recycled products in the world, which makes it an environmentally friendly choice.

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How much does a driveway cost?

One of the most common questions J&W Asphalt team members get is ‘how much does a driveway cost?’ In many ways, this question is a bit like asking how long a piece of string is.

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How Heat Affects Asphalt and Compaction

Despite its rugged exterior, asphalt is somewhat sensitive—to heat that is. But thankfully there are methods to grapple with this.

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