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things to remember and will walk through them with you below. When gearing up for the summer season in the asphalt maintenance world, timing and efficiency are everything. Before purchasing equipment, here are the top things I have found to focus on to make your equipment decisions match up with:
Suitability & Versatility for Your Services
Ask yourself: Will this equipment directly support the services I offer or plan to expand into this season?
• Evaluate your core services: Sealcoating, crack filling, patching, line striping, infrared repair, etc.
• Choose multipurpose tools when possible( e. g., a melter that works for both crack sealant and mastic).
• Consider“ future-proofing”: Investing in slightly more capable equipment now might save you from having to upgrade mid-season if you land that LARGE project or get busier than expected. Example: A trailer-mounted sealcoating unit with spray and squeegee application may serve more jobs than a tote system.
Durability, Maintenance and Downtime
This season is your revenue window. Equipment failure = lost jobs.
• Buy proven brands / models with good reputations for reliability in the field.
• Ask about warranty, serviceability and replacement parts availability.
• Prefer equipment with quick maintenance cycles and minimal specialized tools needed for repairs, especially if you are in a rural area and it is going to need to be looked at by a service professional. Pro tip: Check if the manufacturer or
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