Commercial Paving for the greater Chicagoland and Midwest Area!
Commercial Paving for the greater Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana Area!
At Black Hawk Paving, we know that no single paving material is ideal for every customer’s budget, long-term plans, or specific project. Since starting our company in 1975, our mission has been to help every customer choose the right paving material for their specific needs. Therefore, we offer both asphalt paving and concrete flatwork services.
All across America, you will find many types of flat pavements. These include parking lots, pool decks, sidewalks, dumpster pads, courtyards, and streets. In simple terms, Chicago concrete flatwork is the installation of concrete pavement on a flat or almost flat surface. The category can also include ramps, especially those that are designed to comply with the accessibility guidelines contained in the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Certain types of concrete have been used for centuries to construct roads, buildings, docks, and other structures. The Romans were early adopters of concrete, using their version to construct bridges, roads, monuments, cisterns, walls, and large buildings, many of which are still standing. Although Roman concrete is not identical to modern concrete, the extant structures testify to the potential longevity of
the material if installed by experienced, thoughtful contractors. In addition to its durability, a concrete flatwork company can finished to be decorative or perfectly smooth, and it needs little in the way of routine maintenance.
Proper site preparation is crucial. Any subterranean drainage issues should be addressed, and the site should be cleared of any existing pavement, vegetation, and debris. If necessary, the site will be graded to ensure an even, flat surface, and an aggregate subbase or rebar may be installed for certain projects. The next step is to section off the area and construct wooden frames. The concrete is then poured and finished. When the concrete is sufficiently cured, the frames will be removed.
A leading cause of damage to concrete sidewalks is nearby vegetation, specifically tree roots. Some types of trees grow large, extensive networks of roots that tend to expand out rather than down. These roots can be powerful enough to lift concrete slabs from below, or they can exert sufficient pressure on the side of the pavement to force slabs out of position. Another leading cause of damage is abuse, including vehicles
driving on concrete pavements that were only supposed to bear pedestrians, bicycles, golf carts, or other lightweight traffic. Potentially, drainage issues and unstable soils can inflict damage. If water manages to find its way underneath the pavement, freezing temperatures can result in uplifts from the expanding ice. Unstable soils, especially those with a great deal of clay, can react to dry and wet conditions by contracting and expanding, possibly causing uplifts or subsidence.
Black Hawk is an highly experienced paving company with an impeccable reputation. In addition to concrete flatwork, we offer asphalt paving, parking lot striping, concrete curbing, asphalt repairs, pavement markings, asphalt crack sealing, sewer repairs, asphalt milling, site grading and excavation, asphalt sealcoating, car stops, asphalt fabric, and traffic signage. We are known for our attention to detail, our exceptional craftsmanship, and our unmatched customer service. If you want us to get started on your free quote, contact us by completing the online form. To discuss your project in more detail, give us a call at 708-479-0400.
Our team has provided commercial and industrial paving installation and maintenance services to our clients in Chicago and its surrounding suburbs for more than 46 Years in Business- 1975.
