Soil Stabilization for Roads
When it comes to building new roads, parking lots, and highways, a strong foundation is everything. Roads require stability and strength to ensure years of commuting and transportation efficiency.
In Texas, it’s common for soil to contain excess clay and other properties that make maintaining a solid foundation an uphill battle for streets, road and highways. At Earthlok, we tackle the challenges of unstable soils head-on using our revolutionary soil stabilizer to secure unpredictable Texas clay soil into a rock-solid foundation you can drive on for years to come.
Soil Stabilized Roads
Heavily trafficked roads and highways face numerous challenges. Potholes can cause tragic accidents, ongoing repairs are often needed, and the eventual shift and swelling of the soil below the road subgrades can lead to significant problems.
The average lifespan of an asphalt road is around 15 years. You want your roads to last 15 years or more without premature degradation from excessive use and poor soil quality.
Our soil stabilization techniques address these issues by reducing soil suction and increasing overall soil strength, ensuring your roads remain safe and durable for years to come.
Parking Lot Construction
A solid foundation is essential for supporting the vast lots of pavement where consumers and business owners will park their cars over the years.
If the soil underneath is weak or prone to shifting, the entire parking lot structure is compromised. Our goal is to ensure the soil is compact and secure against shifting. Earthlok keeps your parking lot safer against weather changes and other elements that could force the soil to shift.
Through soil stabilization, we provide a strong base that supports your parking lots, reducing maintenance costs and extending their lifespan
About Earthlok’s Soil Stabilizer
Founded in 1990, Earthlok has been a leader in eco-friendly soil stabilization across Texas. Our revolutionary clay soil stabilization solution is designed to combat the inevitable issues of soil swelling and foundation problems caused by local weather and time. Engineers trust our methods for enhancing the construction of new roads, parking lots, and other infrastructures. Our 10-year warranty guarantees the effectiveness of our eco-friendly solution, which excludes harmful naphthalene sulfonate fillers. With Earthlok, you can be confident in a safe, sustainable, and strong foundation for your projects.
By choosing Earthlok, you invest in a proven solution that addresses the root of soil stabilization problems, ensuring the longevity and stability of your construction projects. Let us help you build a stronger, more reliable foundation for your roads, parking lots, and railroads.
Road Stabilization FAQs
What is soil stabilization in road construction?
Soil stabilization in road construction involves treating the soil to improve its strength and stability, making it a solid foundation for roads. The result is a more stable base that reduces issues like swelling, shrinkage, and road deterioration.
What is used to stabilize soil for roads?
Earthlok uses a chemical clay soil stabilization solution to stabilize soil for roads. Unlike traditional stabilizers, our eco-friendly solution excludes harmful substances like naphthalene sulfonate fillers, making it a safer choice for the environment while providing a durable and stable foundation for road construction.
How much is spent on road maintenance versus new construction?
According to the Federal Highway Administration, the US is estimated to spend $27.5 billion on maintenance costs for roadways. Compared to the 178.5 billion spent on new road construction and other road construction necessities, that 6% of the annual national budget is quite the chunk of change. Keep in mind that with soil stabilization, these projects could save up to 70% of the total cost.
How to construct a parking lot?
When constructing a new parking lot, start with soil stabilization by treating the soil with Earthlok’s solution to enhance its strength. Next, excavate to the required depth, grade and compact the soil, and lay a base layer of crushed stone or gravel.
Then, apply and compact the final surface layer, whether asphalt or concrete, and allow it to cure. Finally, mark the parking spaces and add any necessary finishing touches like signage and landscaping.
