Different Mixes of Concrete and Their Designed Uses
Concrete is one of the most versatile building materials available in construction today. There are various mixes designed for certain applications, and it’s crucial your concrete pavement contractor picks the right one. McConnell & Associates will always cover what concrete solution is best for our customers, their projects, and their budgets. In this article, we […]
6 Things to Know Before Building a Pickleball Court
Building a pickleball court can be an exciting venture, whether aiming to create a communal space for fellow enthusiasts or designing a personal backyard retreat. However, before you embark on this endeavor, it’s crucial to understand the entirety of the project that lies ahead. Understanding the specifics of court dimensions, choosing the proper surface materials, […]
How Do Potholes Form: Understanding the Causes and Prevention
Potholes are a common nuisance on surfaces nationwide, disrupting smooth drives and often leading to vehicle damage. But have you ever wondered how potholes form? Potholes are not only a hassle for commercial businesses but can also have severe repercussions, including costly repairs and potential liabilities. Furthermore, repairing potholes can lead to significant expenses and […]
What It’s Like To Work as An Asphalt Laborer
The construction industry added 20,000 jobs in November last year alone according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This highlights the increasing demand for skilled workers in the industry, especially in the area of asphalt paving. Whether you’re just starting out in your career or looking for a change, a job as an asphalt […]
What Are the Best Practices for Applying an Asphalt Emulsion Sealer?
Research shows that asphalt can last around 20 to 30 years if installed correctly and maintained. Although, it is very common for asphalt to sustain damage or wear and tear. It is very common for commercial properties to have asphalt parking lots or driveways. If this is the case, you may need to consider an […]
Common Concrete Questions (and Answers)
Let’s talk about something rock-solid. Let’s talk about concrete. It is an important subject because, according to ScienceDirect, concrete is the most consumed material globally, with three tons used per person per year worldwide. And in construction, twice as much concrete is used as in all other building materials combined. Thirty billion tons of concrete […]
How Is Asphalt Made?
Asphalt is a unique material produced from a variety of natural materials. The most common type of asphalt is made from petroleum, but there are also types made from coal tar and bitumen, a product distilled from crude oil. Asphalt can come in many different forms, but the most common is blacktop, also known as […]
Parking Lot Contractor “Marks” Best Ways to Maximize Square Footage
How and how well your parking lot is marked or striped factors in to how well your lot’s square footage is maximized. Your parking lot contractor should include a marking strategy from the beginning rather than an as an afterthought. That marking plan should consider three factors. 1. Does the stripe pattern indicate thoughtfulness? Parking […]
6 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Commercial Sealcoating Company
McConnell & Associates (MAC) has been “wherever you walk, park or play” since 1965. In fact, MAC was the first company to bring sealcoating to Kansas City, which has made us the first choice for premium sealcoating products trusted by contractors, business owners and homeowners across the Midwest. Even though we were the first sealcoating […]
It’s Not Too Late for Asphalt Sealcoating to Minimize Sun & Other Summer Damage
Asphalt Sealcoating Makes Sure Your Surfaces are Ready for Fall and Winter Compared to past summers, this one hasn’t been too unbearable, yet. For humans, that is. However, asphalt surfaces are still vulnerable to the sun’s rays, heat, as well as rain. Summer heat takes a toll on asphalt because it deteriorates the compounds mixed […]
