Asphalt Question

You would still need prep the area have a roller back there, Could you use a bobcat for transport.

Yes a small bobcat could fit through the gate. I just didn't know if it was possible with asphalt. Does asphalt have to be put down within a certain time period before it binds together? (sort of how concrete binds)

You could put a chip and seal down. Basically it's a layer of gravel then a layer of sealer, repeat until the desired thickness is achieved.

I see but wouldn't i have the same issue with concrete? They would have to use wheelbarrows to get to my backyard. Is it easier to work with concrete than asphalt? I'm looking for a cheaper option. That's my reason for considering asphalt.

Concrete gets wheelbarrowed in all the time - but you need to have more than one wheelbarrow and help that isn't scared of work. IMO it would be easier to achieve a flat/level surface with concrete than it would be with asphalt.

Also with concrete you can rent a pumper truck; AFAIK there's no asphalt equivalent.

Except that pumper trucks aren't cheap.

We have one local concrete supplier that has a 1 CY mixer on a small trailer that can be towed by even a compact pickup. If someone around you has a similar setup, might be worth checking out.


Also, the concrete trucks generally carry enough chute sections to reach about 40' from the truck, so that might help.

Questnyc said:

I have a 600 sq ft area in my backyard that I would like to put asphalt down for a basketball court. The problem is a truck can not access that area. Is it possible to transport asphalt using a wheel barrow to the backyard like how concrete is done? (I've never seen it before)

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Ayuh,..... Sure, it happens everyday,.... 600' is an easy one,......

Not a Diy job though,.....

For Pro-pavers, No problem,.....

IMHO,

I would go the concrete route. I feel for what you want to do and how you are describing the area. I see myself pouring a concrete court. If you want it BLACK, could always use the color mix you add to the concrete OR just use a sealer that is black in color.

On a personal note: I am actually tearing up my asphalt... Going back to concrete. I believe Asphalt is "Hotter". Would probably enjoy the court more being the "Cooler" concrete.

Good Luck