Walkways
We extend our expertise beyond vehicular roads to include the construction and maintenance of walkways, sidewalks, and pedestrian paths. This service is crucial for public and private properties, ensuring safe, accessible, and durable surfaces for foot traffic. Our service focuses on blending technical specifications for longevity with aesthetic considerations for community enhancement, delivering reliable, ADA-compliant pedestrian infrastructure.
Project Overview
Paving walkways and sidewalks requires a focused approach distinct from heavy-duty road construction. The process is scaled to accommodate smaller areas while maintaining the same commitment to structural integrity.
- Foundation and Grading: The project begins with establishing proper subgrade preparation. This includes excavation and compaction to create a firm, stable base, followed by precise grading to ensure proper drainage and prevent water pooling, which is vital for pavement life.
- Asphalt Application: A fine-graded hot-mix asphalt concrete is typically used for pedestrian areas. This material provides a smoother finish compared to standard roadway asphalt. It is applied in layers of specified thickness to balance durability with cost-effectiveness.
- Compaction and Edge Work: Due to the width of sidewalks, compaction is often achieved using smaller, specialized vibratory rollers and plate compactors. Special attention is given to the edges and transitions, such as curbs, ramps, and driveways, to ensure smooth integration with existing structures and compliance with accessibility standards (ADA ramps).
- Accessibility Features (ADA): A key component is the installation of wheelchair ramps and detectable warning surfaces (truncated domes) at intersections and curb breaks to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), promoting accessibility for all users.
- Finishing Touches: Upon successful compaction, the surface is clean, smooth, and ready for use. This includes minor landscaping restoration around the paved area.
Reliable & Experienced
Choosing an experienced contractor ensures that walkways are not only visually appealing but also meet crucial safety and longevity standards.
- Attention to Detail and Precision: Sidewalk paving demands accuracy in vertical tolerance and slope, particularly around access points and drainage structures. Our experienced crews are trained in the fine art of hand-finishing and working in tight spaces that often characterize pedestrian projects.
- Commitment to Compliance: Our firm possesses deep knowledge of local municipal codes and the intricate requirements of the ADA. We guarantee that all pedestrian paths, including slopes for ramps and placement of detectable warnings, are installed to prevent costly corrections and legal issues.
- Durable and Low-Maintenance: We utilize high-quality asphalt mixes known for their resilience against freeze-thaw cycles and resistance to cracking, which are frequent issues in cold climates. A properly installed asphalt walkway provides a durable, low-maintenance surface that far outlasts unpaved paths.
- Minimizing Disruption: We understand that walkway projects occur in highly visible and trafficked areas. Our team employs efficient project management and clear safety barriers/signage to minimize inconvenience to residents, businesses, and the public during construction.