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Your home’s curb appeal is an important factor in determining its value and attractiveness to the homeowner and potential buyers. One of the biggest factors in creating a beautiful curb appeal is the condition of your driveway. A damaged, cracked, or outdated driveway not only looks unsightly, but c...

Whether it’s the construction of a standalone commercial building or the development of a sprawling subdivision, many would agree that one of the biggest challenges is having to coordinate a long list of time-sensitive jobs with multiple contractors and service providers. With countless companies tr...

Anyone who owns or manages a business in the Rochester, NY or Monroe County area knows all too well of how brutal and unpredictable the winters can be, as well as the steps that need to be taken to ensure that their facility is safe, accessible, and readily recognizable. So when the snow starts fall...

If you’re taking on a new commercial construction project for the first time, or even if you’ve been through the process a handful of times, it doesn’t take long to understand the dire importance of working with a land clearing company who knows precisely what they’re doing. This might sound a bit o...

As any business owner or facility manager knows, the long stretch of summer can be brutal on asphalt, roadways, and countless other paved surfaces. The transition from extreme cold to blistering heat results in a litany of chemical reactions that very few of us spend time thinking about, often resul...

It can be easy to neglect the maintenance needs of your parking lot, that is, until you find yourself dealing with the repercussions of having ignored it.  Because as many business owners and facility managers already know, when it comes to your parking lot, it’s not entirely about the aesthetics. ...

With everything that local businesses have been through over the past two years, the last thing any thriving company needs is to shut their doors because their employees, customers and vendors can’t access the building.  It might sound inconceivable, though it happens more than most people might ima...

The design and construction of a new commercial property, regardless of its scope or eventual purpose, is an incredibly complex undertaking.  Everything needs to be exact, up to code, and thought-out well in advance of the actual building process.  And it will come as no surprise to anyone who’s bee...

When you take a moment to consider the unceasing volume of responsibilities associated with operating a business or managing a commercial property, it comes as no surprise that many business owners and facility managers take their asphalt’s integrity, appearance and safety for granted. And while it’...

Whether you’re in the process of designing a new shopping center, housing development or corporate headquarters, it’s imperative to make sure that the land has been properly surveyed, inspected and prepared long before construction ever begins. Ignoring any of the essential steps could end up being...

Of the many decisions business owners and facility managers must make, there’s the age old question of concrete VS asphalt. Which one is better? How do they differ in terms of cost, reliability and function? What are the maintenance requirements and estimated repair costs? So many questions and just...

The coldest of cold winter months can be devastating to commercial parking lots and driveways, as the materials used during commercial pavement projects are not impervious to the forces of nature.  When the temperature plummets, as it does more and more these days, the natural compounds constrict, w...

Any business owner or facilities manager will be the first to admit that cold winters are especially harsh on concrete surfaces.  The drastic change in temperature, coupled with the weight of heavy snow and ice formations can do real damage to parking lots, commercial driveways, concrete floors and...

It’s safe to assume that most business owners and facilities managers understand the importance of keeping their pavement safe, level and free of potentially dangerous defects.  Scheduling an inspection, however, never seems to come at a convenient time for those who operate during the regular work...

It makes no difference whether you’re a small business owner, a commercial property manager or a large corporation… when it comes to keeping your grounds safe, accessible and free of snow it’s essential to work with a commercial snow plowing company with experience, dedication and equipment capable...

Excavating land and laying pipe is no small order, and there exists the potential for real problems if you don’t know precisely what you’re doing.  Shamrock Paving has over thirty years of proven professional experience, to take the worry out of accidentally entrusting your property to an inexperien...

Rochester’s winter weather can wreak havoc on your driveway, as well as regular wear and tear. At some point, your driveway will start to show signs of damage. If you notice any of the following signs, you need a new sealcoating from Shamrock Paving. #1: Color Fading and Dullness Your driveway...

Rochester’s winter weather can pose significant risks to parking lot structures. From ice build up to fall hazards to snowed-in vehicles, it is important that businesses and landlords understand these crucial risks and the best practices for minimizing them. Avoid Road Salt Many businesses...

Rochester, NY winters see an average of 84 inches of snow per year. That’s seven feet of snow residents must plow from their driveways. Not only is snowplowing a major inconvenience – but it can also be dangerous. Many homeowners end up in the emergency room due to injuries from trying to clear snow...

Regardless of the size, reach or nature of your business, it’s important to ensure that your property is as visually appealing as it is safe and accessible.  And while commercial paving and sealcoating are something all business owners must consider at some point, it’s one of those things that just...