Guides
The formulas, material facts, and comparisons behind our calculators — written so you can sanity-check the numbers yourself, not just trust a black box.
How to Calculate Asphalt Tonnage
The formula step by step, with three fully worked examples from residential driveway to commercial parking lot.
Read guide →Asphalt Density Explained
Why density varies by mix type, how a 20 lb/ft³ difference changes your estimate, and how to confirm the right number with your supplier.
Read guide →Recycled Millings & Cold Patch Calculator
Calculator and explainer for RAP, asphalt millings, crushed asphalt, and cold-patch repair material — with a 4-material comparison table.
Read guide →Asphalt vs. Concrete Driveway Cost
Side-by-side cost, lifespan, climate performance, and 30-year total cost of ownership comparison.
Read guide →Asphalt Sealcoating Calculator
Estimate gallons of sealcoat needed, coverage by driveway size, and when to seal — including what sealcoating does and doesn't do.
Read guide →Vulcan, Pike & Other Asphalt Calculator Alternatives
How supplier-hosted calculators (Vulcan, Pike, Lehigh Hanson) compare to independent tools, and when to use each.
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