It’s certainly no secret that the roads in Western Washington are extremely bad. A ride from your home to downtown Seattle will invariably take you over countless potholes that affect your vehicle’s alignment, tires, and shocks. What few residents consider is why they’re so bad. Although it’s easy to blame municipalities for poor infrastructure, in one of the rainiest regions of the nation, paved surfaces just don’t hold up well. This is incredibly important to keep in mind when it comes to maintaining your property. Working with a residential asphalt contractor in Renton WA is absolutely a part of your ongoing duty of care.

It takes just one passerby or visitor to slip, trip, and fall on your paved surfaces to wreak financial havoc. As a homeowner, your duty is to ensure that your sidewalks, walkways, driveway, and other paved surfaces are level, even, and safe to traverse. The same natural elements that break down local freeways, highways, and residential streets are taking a toll on your property right now.

During the winter months, you also have to account for the affects of freezing. Given its porous nature, asphalt absorbs moisture during the daylight hours when snow, ice, and frost start melting. In the evening when the temperature drops, this same moisture freezes again and expands. Depending upon how dramatic temperature changes are, the continual expansion and contraction of concrete and the freezing and melting of water can result in a tremendous mess over time.

There are several ways in which working with a driveway repair contractor will keep you protected. In addition to preventing trip and fall or slip and fall accidents on or around your property, these services will also give you a way to safeguard your asphalt from the ravages of the elements. Residential sealcoating services prevent the absorption of moisture and the resulting expansion and contraction. As such, they extend the lifespan of asphalt significant.

If someone ever falls on your property, you’ll be able to prove that you’ve done your duty of care and can limit the financial impact of frivolous premises liability claims. With our help, you can also greatly improve the overall curbside appeal of your home and the usability of your driveways and walkways. We offer curbing, striping, and paving installation, maintenance, and repair services. Call (425) 888-1700 to get in touch with AC Paving Northwest, Inc. To find out more or to request a free, no obligation quote!