Billy Luu

Mother Nature has a way of wreaking havoc on paved surfaces. The freeze thaw process is very damaging to Chicago’s roadways and parking lots. We’re sure you’ve noticed an abundance of cracks, patches, and potholes that we haven’t had a chance to address yet. We’re getting there! Unlike our lone friend in the photo above, we have full crews of expert asphalt workers across the city making things happen. Let’s talk about how weather affects asphalt and the processes required to repair damaged asphalt. […]

Over the years there are many companies that are going to jump into the fray of construction and the trades. The same is true for industries like asphalt and paving, and many times people find that the new comers aren’t quite as good as those that have been in business for some time. That’s the big thing that many are finding out across trades, and it’s a matter of expertise and equipment. For instance, you’re going to find we at RAPCO have been in business since 1961. We have been working with paving for longer than many other companies and the work we do shows expertise in a lot of different arenas. […]

As with hiring any construction company, you are going to find that there are a lot of choices of asphalt repair companies in the greater Chicago area. There are a lot of companies that can assist you with this, but you don’t want to hire just anyone, you will want to make sure that you seek out the best in the industry. This becomes especially true if you have a large strip of land with a parking lot that needs maintenance and repair. At first glance, you may find that this is a matter of just hiring someone with the right tools, but it goes much deeper than that. […]

Millions of people today are driving, walking, skateboarding, and riding along streets that haven’t been worked on or maintained in a long time. For the most part, these options are a matter of the city. Metropolitan areas, dense major cities, and other areas have to deal with these things due to government contracts that are usually awarded based on budget and more. However, there are some things that you can help, whether you own a home or you have a piece of commercial property. Either way you will want to look into a few things that get overlooked too often, and end up needing our help. […]

Asphalt maintenance in your parking garage is just as important as maintaining a flat exterior parking lot. Parking garages go through the same weather problems as other areas of the city even though they are mostly-covered. Water still settles on top of the asphalt and creates the potential for ice, seepage, and damage. Cracked asphalt and potholes create a dangerous situation for vehicles in such tight quarters and must be repaired as quickly as possible. Here are some tips for inspecting and maintaining your paved parking garage. […]