2. About Gorman Paving
• Gorman Asphalt Paving is fully licensed, bonded and insured. We
have been proud of our achievements and level of success. We
know that the only measure of our success is the satisfaction of our
customers. Over the years we have done a great job of achieving
our primary goal of customer satisfaction. We are committed and
determined to providing our customers with quality work while
promoting an honest and reliable service.
• Gorman Asphalt Paving has provided a level of honesty and
superior craftsmanship that has far surpassed the industry
standard. Our customers are secure and confident choosing
Gorman Asphalt Paving to protect their valuable investment. It is
our pleasure to provide you with a reference list of customers in
your area and copies of our insurance and licenses so that you too
will be assured that Gorman Asphalt Paving is the best possible
choice.
4. Asphalt Paving Services
Our services include everything from remarking of your existing lot
to completely new “layouts”. Get the most from your parking lot
with efficient markings and signage.
5. Tar & Chip Paving Services
Tar & chip paving (which is also referred to as chip sealing), is very similar to
asphalt, as it is a combination of hot liquid asphalt cement, liquid A/C (or hot tar if
you prefer) as a binder and gravel as the main structural component. Unlike
asphalt, which is premixed at an asphalt plant, the components are delivered
separately and mixed on the jobsite. Tar & chip is nothing new, its has been used
for over 100 years, all over the world, with great success, to pave and resurface
roads, parking lots, residential driveways, etc. and is used by county and DOT road
crews on road paving projects, in virtually every state in America.
6. How long does tar & chip last?• This is a very difficult question to answer, because it depends on two factors.
• Perspective: To some people, a paving job would need to be re – done as soon as it
gets a worn spot or broken edge, while others will be perfectly content dodging
potholes for many years as long as they have a clean paved surface for vehicle traffic.
• Job site/usage: Durability can vary based on several factors such as climate, traffic
conditions, base, and the number of courses of chip seal used, naturally asphalt or tar
& chip will last much longer on a low traffic, residential driveway than they will on a
county road or city street.
• Answer: Let’s say we are talking in averages. Let’s assume that we are talking about
the point where a paved surface is in bad enough condition that repairs are no longer
a viable option. And that job site, traffic conditions are pretty typical. The life
expectancy for an asphalt paving job is probably around 12 years and in that time
repairs such as patchwork, crack sealing and seal coating will be required. For tar &
chip, probably around 8 years and in that time repairs such as patching and isolated
re – tar and chipping will be required. Tar & chip paving, should last approximately
two thirds as long as asphalt paving would on the same job.
7. • Natural beauty:
Tar & chip, provides a beautiful rustic alternative to asphalt, with the look and feel of
a country gravel road.
• Very cost effective:
The initial cost of installing tar & chip, can be up to 40% less than a comparable
asphalt installation.
• Maintenance free:
Unlike asphalt which requires seal coating every few years, tar & chip, is virtually
maintenance free, as there is never a need to sealcoat.
• Improved Traction:
The rough, gritty, surface of tar & chip, gives great traction even in wet weather, and
is an excellent choice for steep slopes.
• Cooler temperature:
Because of its light colored stone surface, chip seal does not absorb heat like
blacktop does, and stays much cooler.
• More convenient:
Tar & chip, goes down faster than asphalt and there is hardly any down time,
because it can be driven on immediately; you do not need to wait 24 – 48 hours for it
to harden.
Why use tar & chip, instead of asphalt?
11. QUALITY CONTROL
• Gorman Asphalt Paving contracts are performed
with our customer in mind. We instruct our
employees to adhere to the strictest quality
standards. All Gorman Asphalt Paving employees
hired and equipment purchased are done so with
the goal of satisfying the customer with the highest
quality paving services in the industry.
• Thorough estimates are made and approved prior
to starting the work. We are fully licensed, insured
and bonded contractor and we assure you of the
legal and financial protection you require.
12. Contact Us
• Gorman Paving and Tar & Chip, Inc.
8803 Sudley Road, Suite 206
Manassas, VA 20110
Phone: (703) 257-3880
• Web Address: www.gormanpaving.com
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