The Interstate Highway System | A History Lesson
The Interstate Highway System has been called the Greatest Public Works Project in history. In 1956, under the presidency of Dwight D. Eisenhower, a record $33,480,000,000 road building program was set in motion. The main feature of the program was a 41,000-mile “National System of Interstate and Defense Highways” that would link 90 percent of […]
Outdoor Winter Safety Tips
By L&L Asphalt on November 14, 2016 in L&L Asphalt, U.S. Department of Highway Administration, Winter Safety Tips, Work Zone Safety
As fall draws to a close, and winter rolls in, the dangers of road construction work become increasingly dangerous. Safety should always be a top priority all year long! However, the following outdoor winter safety tips will ensure you’re protected from high winds and cold temperatures. Here are six outdoor winter safety tips to implement […]
Arizona Scenic Drives
Back roads. Byways. Scenic highways. Historic routes. Arizona has a variety of them, each with their own unique characteristics, including the following three Arizona scenic drives that we at L&L Asphalt think are worth hitting the open road to experience at least once in your lifetime. Before hitting the open road, road trippers can visit […]
Fall Asphalt Maintenance Tips
Asphalt paving provides a smooth and durable surface for Arizona motorists – but only when properly maintained. Maintenance is the art of keeping asphalt pavements in service thus ensuring minimal inconvenience to the public. We at L&L Asphalt have prepared the following fall asphalt maintenance tips to ensure your pavements, driveways, and sidewalks are prepared […]
Asphalt Types: Cold, Warm & Hot Mix
By L&L Asphalt on August 11, 2016 in Arizona Roadways, Asphalt Roadways, Cold Mix Asphalt, Hot Mix Asphalt, Warm Mix Asphalt
Whether your project is small enough to complete yourself, or you’re planning to hire a paving contractor such as L&L Asphalt, there are a number of asphalt types you should know about prior to beginning any asphalt paving project. These materials include, but are not limited to: cold, warm, and hot mix asphalt. Each of the […]
Asphalt Advantages
There are many asphalt advantages. Topping our list of advantages are cost effectiveness, fast construction, motorist comfort and safety, durability, and recyclable. We discuss the top five asphalt advantages in more detail below. #1. Cost-Effectiveness: Asphalt is a cost-effective choice because it has a lower initial cost than other pavements, lasts up to 20 years, and […]
The Importance of Pothole Repair
For most Arizonians, spring means longer days, blooming perennials, baseball…and, let’s not forget, potholes. Potholes are, of course, not only unsightly, they’re also exceedingly unsafe for both drivers and pedestrians. In fact, according to the travel agency AAA’s most recent estimates, the damage done to vehicles from needlessly driving over them (or sometimes into them), […]
Don’t Be THAT Driver
By L&L Asphalt on April 11, 2016 in Arizona Roadways, Federal Highway Administration, Work Zone Safety
April 11 through April 15, 2016 Is Work Zone Awareness Week This year’s theme: “Don’t be that driver!” “Work on safety. Get home safely. Every day.” Mention “work-zone safety” and you probably think about protecting the men and women who build, repair, and maintain our roadways. That’s what I certainly thought when during my morning […]
L and L Asphalt
Leading Arizona in Asphalt Paving Management We feel we are the premier candidate to manage any projects for asphalt paving and resurfacing of streets and city facilities job order contract. It is extremely essential for you to have your asphalt paving job done well, the first time. That is why our team of professionals use […]