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Sgt. Stripes Asphalt Maintenance, LLC
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Asphalt Paving - Repair or PatchAsphalt Sealing

Serving Fortson, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

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"Sgt. Stripes Asphalt did a fantastic job. I am in Kentucky and the job was in Georgia. They were very efficient, communicated with me. They did the job on the weekend so there would not be any traffic in and out of Post-Office parking lot. Their customer service and work great. I would definitely recommend them."
Response time2 days
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Exclusive Home Design
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Asphalt Sealing

Serving Fortson, GA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

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Emergency services offered

"Khalil and Brandon was excellent! Great customer service and was very helpful with getting my roof finished. They came out and finished the job in one day! I would definitely recommend ASTRO roofing to anyone who is looking for roofing needs."
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Sgt. Stripes Asphalt Maintenance, LLC
5.0(
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Asphalt Paving - Repair or PatchAsphalt Sealing

Serving Fortson, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Apex Paving, LLC
5.0(
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Concrete Driveways & Floors - Install- For BusinessConcrete Driveways - Install

Serving Fortson, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

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Dedicated to excellence in every aspect of our work. As owner-operators with 80 years of combined experience, we offer top-notch asphalt paving services throughout the Georgia market. Our seasoned professionals uphold the highest standards of integrity, fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. We provide exceptional service tailored to each project, combining extensive industry knowledge with unparalleled craftsmanship. We stand behind our work with one of the best workmanship warranties in the market, ensuring durability and longevity. Whether it's a residential driveway, commercial parking lot, or municipal roadway, we handle projects of all sizes and complexities. We prioritize our customers' interests, maintaining open communication and collaboration throughout the process. Our goal is to build long-lasting relationships based on trust and satisfaction. Contact us today to experience the Apex Paving difference. Your project deserves the best, and we deliver nothing less.

Response time6 days
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Asphalt Driveways questions, answered by experts

New asphalt typically needs 24 to 72 hours to dry before it can handle light foot traffic and careful driving. Although it may appear solid after a few days, the full curing process, where the asphalt reaches its peak strength, takes much longer—generally from 30 days to a year.

During this extended curing time, the surface remains relatively soft and can be damaged by heavy vehicles, sharp objects, or high temperatures. To protect your investment, it's best to avoid parking heavy machinery on the asphalt until it has fully cured.

The exact time required for drying and curing depends on several factors, including the weather, the specific asphalt mix, and its thickness. For the most accurate advice tailored to your situation, consult with your asphalt contractor.

To maintain their strength, asphalt driveways and parking lots need to be sealcoated once every two to five years. You may also need to reapply paint striping every few years as it fades to ensure drivers can safely navigate the parking lot.

While blacktop is a type of asphalt, the terms should not be used interchangeably, as not all asphalt qualifies as blacktop. The primary differences are in their composition, production process, and ideal applications. Blacktop contains more stone than other types of asphalt and is heated to a higher temperature during production—300°F or more—while hot-mix asphalt is heated to between 275°F and 300°F. The ratio of bitumen (a tar-like crude oil) is a key differentiator, though sources vary: some state blacktop has less bitumen, making it less durable, while others claim it has a higher ratio. Due to these differences, asphalt is generally more durable and better for high-traffic areas like highways and streets, while blacktop is more suitable for playgrounds and residential driveways. For a driveway project, it is best to consult a professional to determine the most appropriate material.

An asphalt driveway should be at least 3 inches thick over a compacted gravel base. Areas with poor drainage should have a thicker stone base. To install a new asphalt driveway over an existing driveway, the new asphalt should be at least 2 inches thick and the existing driveway should be in relatively good condition.

Asphalt and tarmac are not the same thing. Traditional tarmac, short for tarmacadam, uses tar as a binder to hold crushed stone together. Asphalt uses bitumen—a byproduct of crude oil—to bind aggregate. Though tarmac was once a go-to for roads, asphalt has become the modern standard. And these days, most surfaces referred to as “tarmac” are actually asphalt. So, while the names may overlap, the key distinction lies in the binder—tar for tarmac and bitumen for asphalt.

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