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An In-depth Guide to Chip Sealing for Commercial Properties
Do you own commercial properties and are contemplating on your driveway type options? A well-maintained driveway offers numerous advantages including enhancing the property’s aesthetic appeal and boosting its value. But with various options available, choosing the right one can be challenging. This is where chip sealing comes in – an effective, aesthetically pleasing and durable alternative to regular asphalt. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the process and benefits of chip sealing, with an emphasis on why it may just be the perfect solution for your commercial property needs.
Understanding Chip Sealing
Chip sealing, or “tar and chip” as it’s often called, is a process where a hot liquid asphalt is sprayed onto the existing pavement, and then a layer of crushed stones, or “chips”, is spread over it. These chips are then compressed into the asphalt with a roller to create a surface as rugged and durable as a traditional asphalt driveway, but at a fraction of the cost. This method is used all over the world for a range of applications from residential driveways to commercial properties and major arterial roads, thanks to its durability, low cost, and aesthetic appeal.
Benefits of Chip Sealing
Whether it’s a chip seal driveway or a larger commercial property, this paving solution offers myriad benefits. The primary advantage is its cost-effectiveness. Chip sealing uses fewer materials and requires less labor than other forms of paving, making it more affordable. It also creates a highly durable surface that can withstand heavy traffic and even severe weather conditions. Despite this toughness, it is flexible and less prone to cracking, providing a uniquely robust roadway solution for any commercial property. Lastly, the natural look of the chip seal driveway adds a charming rustic appeal to your property, offering aesthetic value as well.
Chip Seal Driveway Aesthetics
One standout feature of a chip and seal driveway is its striking aesthetics. Given its natural stone appearance, it enhances the look of any commercial property, providing a visually striking and durable surface that stands up to both nature’s elements and everyday wear and tear. And with various color options available, you can easily match the chips to your building’s style, blending harmoniously with the surroundings while enhancing curb appeal.
Choosing Chip Seal Paving Contractors
Having acknowledged the boons of chip seal paving, it’s crucial to engage skilled tar & chip driveway contractors when planning an installation. Trusted professionals will know exactly how to prepare your site, lay the tar, spread the chips, and then seal everything in place to create a solid, durable, and attractive surface. They also ensure efficient use of materials, saving you money in the long run. Therefore, taking the time to find and hire experienced chip seal paving contractors is an investment that truly pays off.
Chip Sealing: A Localized Approach
Given that commercial property needs can vary across local landscapes, chip sealing is an efficient solution that accounts for local peculiarities. Its hardiness makes it ideal for regions experiencing harsh weather conditions, while its low maintenance ensures its durability even in busier, high-traffic areas. By working with local contractors, you can tap into their understanding of local conditions, materials and legal requirements to ensure a successful, long-lasting chip seal application.
Tips for Maintaining a Chip and Seal Paving
Despite chip and seal paving’s natural durability, incorporating proper maintenance practices can prolong its lifespan. Regular sweeping can help remove loose stones and prevent build-up of debris. Specialized seal coating every few years will maintain its resilience, while promptly filling any cracks can forestall further damage. By partnering with your contractors and following their maintenance tips, you can keep your chip-sealed driveway in great shape for years to come.
Conclusion
In conclusion, chip sealing is a cost-effective and durable solution for commercial property needs. Its practicality, affordability and aesthetic appeal make it a wise choice for anyone looking to pave commercial driveways or lots. Additionally, when installed by skilled tar & chip driveway contractors, you get the assurance of superior workmanship and longevity, contributing to a solid return on investment.
If you’re looking for a chip seal driveway option or considering chip seal paving for your properties, hopefully this guide has provided the information you need. Should you have further inquiries or ready to explore chip sealing for your commercial property, do not hesitate to reach out to professional chip seal paving contractors in your area. Get ready to enhance the durability, look and value of your commercial property with chip sealing!
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About Center Line, Michigan
History
Historically, the land that Center Line came to occupy was swamp and wilderness until the early nineteenth century. As land became scarce, French, German, Belgian, and Irish immigrants began clearing the forests and draining the swamps. Center Line was known as “Kunrod’s Corner” during the mid-nineteenth century. The theory is that the French named it “Center Line” because it was the middle of three Potawatomi trails from Fort Detroit to northern trading posts. The “center line” was the trail used from Detroit to Utica. The community received its initial start when Catholics decided to build a church so that they would not have to walk to St. Mary’s in Detroit for Sunday Mass. This church (St. Clement’s) was established in 1854 and attracted more Catholic settlers into the area. In 1863, the first general store was constructed by Joeseph Buechel. On July 19, 1878, Hieronymous Engelmann was the first postmaster, and he was succeeded in 1885 by Sophia Buechel. The “Centre Line” post office closed on July 31, 1906, and the name was restored to Center Line thereafter. In this era, street car tracks connected Detroit to Center Line along Van Dyke Road, and Ten Mile Road was the final stop of the street car. The village was incorporated in 1925 in the center of Warren Township, which is now the city of Warren, and was incorporated as a city in 1936.
Geography
Center Line is in southwestern Macomb County and is surrounded entirely by the city of Warren. It is 11 miles (18 km) north of downtown Detroit, 7 miles (11 km) west of St. Clair Shores, 6 miles (10 km) east of Royal Oak, and 11 miles (18 km) south of Utica. Interstate 696 runs along the northern edge of Center Line, with access from Exits 22 through 24. Highway M-53 (Van Dyke Avenue) runs north-south through the center of town, connecting Detroit and Utica.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city of Center Line has a total area of 1.75 square miles (4.53 km), all land.
Demographics
| Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | 2,604 | — | |
| 1940 | 3,198 | 22.8% | |
| 1950 | 7,659 | 139.5% | |
| 1960 | 10,164 | 32.7% | |
| 1970 | 10,379 | 2.1% | |
| 1980 | 9,293 | −10.5% | |
| 1990 | 9,026 | −2.9% | |
| 2000 | 8,531 | −5.5% | |
| 2010 | 8,257 | −3.2% | |
| 2020 | 8,552 | 3.6% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 8,257 people, 3,632 households, and 1,988 families residing in the city. The population density was 4,745.4 inhabitants per square mile (1,832.2/km2). There were 3,920 housing units at an average density of 2,252.9 per square mile (869.8/km). The racial makeup of the city was 82.5% White, 12.0% African American, 0.4% Native American, 2.5% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 2.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
There were 3,632 households, of which 27.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 32.0% were married couples living together, 17.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 45.3% were non-families. 40.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 3.01.
The median age in the city was 41.2 years. 21.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.1% were from 25 to 44; 27.5% were from 45 to 64; and 17.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.1% male and 53.9% female.
85.9% of residents 25 or older hold a high school degree. 10.8% of residents 25 or older hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Median household income was $30,752. 21.3% of the population lives below the federal poverty line.
2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 8,531 people, 3,821 households, and 2,074 families residing in the city. The population density was 4,912.6 inhabitants per square mile (1,896.8/km2). There were 3,916 housing units at an average density of 2,255.0 per square mile (870.7/km). The racial makeup of the city was 93.82% White, 3.09% African American, 0.25% Native American, 1.01% Asian, 0.26% from other races, and 1.57% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.51% of the population.
There were 3,821 households, out of which 24.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 36.8% were married couples living together, 13.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 45.7% were non-families. 40.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.18 and the average family size was 2.99.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.8% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 28.5% from 25 to 44, 20.5% from 45 to 64, and 22.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 81.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 75.5 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $31,677, and the median income for a family was $47,241. Males had a median income of $39,947 versus $26,487 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,066. About 10.6% of families and 13.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.9% of those under age 18 and 14.4% of those age 65 or over.
Education
Most Center Line residents are zoned to schools in Center Line Public Schools, including Center Line High School. A small portion of the city is in Van Dyke Public Schools, served by Lincoln High School.<
St. Clement Catholic School, of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Detroit, was in Center Line. It was established in 1857. It had 110 students in the 2009-2010 year, and then 12 teachers and 89 students in its final year, 2010-2011. The parish decided to close the school as a parish takes a greater share of the costs if the number of students is under 100.
The archdiocese operated St. Clement High School in Center Line. It closed in 2005. Macomb Christian Schools (MCS) occupied the old St. Clement High School building from 2017 until 2019, when MCS shutdown.
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