Anderson, SC -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/04/2018 -- Pickens Construction recently shared some benefits of using recycled asphalt, as opposed to new asphalt. According to the company, this public service announcement was made in the interest of both consumers and the environment.

Pickens Construction stated that, regarding the environment, recycled asphalt does not use up new raw materials. The company indicated that this is highly beneficial to environmental conservation efforts. The company also mentioned that anyone who is interested is able to recycle their own asphalt. According to Pickens Construction, chunks of old asphalt can be milled, recycled, and reused. The company stated that this is both a cost-effective and environmentally friendly solution.

Pickens Construction shared an additional benefit of recycled asphalt. According to Pickens Construction, recycled asphalt offers cost-savings to those in the construction industry. The company indicated that this cost-savings is due to the fact that recycled asphalt costs far less money to produce than new asphalt. The company further clarified this statement by mentioning that, even though recycled asphalt is cheaper than new asphalt, the quality of the material is not compromised in any way. Pickens stated that recycled asphalt does have the durability and performance of new asphalt.

Pickens Construction said that environmental protection is integral to its mission and principles as a company. The company indicated that it is continually striving to find more environmentally friendly construction materials and methods. Pickens Construction stated that it looks forward to the opportunity to share future announcements concerning environmental protection.

Further in-depth information can be found at http://pickensconstruction.com/recycled-asphalt-key-factors/.

Pickens Construction closed its announcement by providing company information. Pickens Construction stated that it was founded by the Pickens Brothers, Harold and Fred, in 1946. In 1948, Harold Pickens went on to purchase his brother Fred's share. The company stated that it has specialized in several different construction processes over the years. When it was founded, the company specialized in highway construction. In the 1950s, the company's focus shifted to utilities construction. Today, under owner William B. Pickens, Jr., the company specializes in asphalt paving. The company indicated that, while its specialties have changed, its founding principles have not.

The construction company can be followed at http://typedirectory.com/listing/pickens-construction-inc/.

Pickens Construction
Leigh Pickens
415 McGee Rd. Anderson, SC 29625
864-224-8999
www.pickensconstruction.com