After our last blog post on the basics of asphalt, we thought we would start a series for you to learn a little bit more about different aspects of asphalt. Today we’ll be going over some economic facts that contribute to its cost-effectiveness.
- Studies have repeatedly shown that on average, over a 40-year period, asphalt pavements are more economical than their concrete counterparts.
- Asphalt paving gives the best return on investment of any paving material.
- Asphalt pavements can be built to accommodate almost any load. For a deeper look at how pavement thickness affects load performance, how thick should asphalt be for different types of projects covers this in detail, which reduces traffic hazards, saves you time, and makes sure your business is accessible to your customers sooner than later.
Cost-Effective as a Renewable Resource
Beyond the cost-effective benefits of lasting better, being of higher quality, and having a quicker installation process, an asphalt is a wonderful option because it is a renewable resource. This means your use of asphalt will be less expensive for you personally, but will also have positive results in the future.
- Asphalt is one of America’s greatest renewable resources.
- In 2010, recycling of asphalt pavements and shingles conserved 20.5 million barrels of asphalt binder.
- When asphalt pavement is reclaimed and recycled, the stone and asphalt cement in it is just as valuable as all-new materials.