Blogs
We invite you to browse through this list of resources and articles to familiarize yourself with the concepts and terminology we use in the concrete and paving industry. We believe that the more you know, the better we can communicate about your project.
How Pavement Reacts to Temperature Changes
The pavement is made up of durable material, but as much as it can withstand thousands of pounds of weight, it does have a few vulnerabilities. Extreme temperature changes throughout the year eventually take a toll on paved highways, roads, parking lots, and walkways....
The Advantages of a Paver Patio Installation
A patio is great for many reasons, including a better outdoor space that allows homeowners to spend more time outside and enjoy this space. A paver patio is an excellent choice to consider because it is versatile, adds character to the outside of a home, and comes...
Asphalt Pavement Reduces Highway Traffic Noise – Find Out How!
Heavy trucks, speed of traffic, and the volume of cars all-cause traffic noise that is loud and overwhelming. Traffic noise is something we can all live without and asphalt pavement is one solution to this loud problem. While asphalt cannot completely eliminate noise,...
Four Asphalt Enemies: Who They Are and How-To Protect Your Driveway From Them
Asphalt is a highly durable, long-lasting solution for both commercial and residential properties. However, this paving solution is not completely impermeable! Asphalt has made a few enemies that actively strive to wreak havoc on its surface. These natural elements...
How to Melt Ice without Concrete Damage
Dealing with harsh winter conditions during the cold season is never easy and melting ice without causing any damage to your concrete is just one of the issues you’ll have to deal with. The freezing weather will result in the build-up of ice on both concrete and paved...
Three Essential Tips To Protect Your Pavement Now Through Winter
The weather may not have dropped to negative temperatures quite yet, but it’s crucial to prepare your pavement for when it does. Preventive pavement maintenance for winter protects your investment from harsh elements all season long. Neglecting your driveway or...
Notice Damage In Your Asphalt? Here’s How To Identify What Type of Crack It Is
The harsh weather conditions of Ontario can have an adverse effect on the integrity of the asphalt on your driveway. As durable as asphalt is, when it is constantly subjected to heavy rain, wind and snowstorms and ice, damage to the material can ensue. Not all damage...
Landscape Design Trends of 2019
As the seasons get warmer, it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to design your landscape this year. You can find inspiration everywhere to help get your creative mind going. To get you started, here are some of the most popular landscaping design trends...
Does the Landscape Surrounding Your Home or Business Have a Drinking Problem?
Over watering the lawn and plants on your property can kill your grasses and gardens Water is an increasingly precious resource business owner, property managers, and homeowners need to use conservatively. Not only to save money but excessively watering your lawn and...
Recycled Asphalt: Is It Your Best Option?
Understand what the differences are between traditional asphalt and asphalt made of recycled materials All companies and homeowners want to be as environmentally responsible as they can be. Reducing our collective carbon footprint is more than a trendy cause du jour,...
5 Things to Look for in an Interlocking Stone Contractor
Enhancing the look and value of your property with interlocking stone depends on the knowledge and experience of the contractor you hire! There are many reasons why you may want to beautify your property with interlocking stone, but do you know what to look for in...
Eco-Friendly Paving Solutions
Here at AMPAC, we care about environmental issues and our local community. We know our customers are concerned about these issues too, so here are a few of the ways we are putting in the extra effort to go above and beyond: 100% of all asphalt, concrete and other...
Residential Driveway Paving: Different Scenarios
Did you know that there are different scenarios for residential driveway paving? First is a driveway that needs to be installed where a previous driveway did not exist. The second is a driveway that needs to be replaced. This article will break down both residential...