32 01 00 Operations and Maintenance of Exterior Improvements
• Recycling of asphalt pavement is becoming very popular and is an alternative to removal and replacement of asphalt pavement. It can be a good value engineering proposal if removed pavement can be recycled either at the site or another site that is reasonably close to the project site.
32 10 00 Bases, Ballasts, and Paving
• When estimating paving, keep in mind the project schedule. If an asphaltic paving project is in a colder climate and runs through to the spring, consider placing the base course in the autumn and then topping it in the spring just prior to completion. This could save considerable costs in spring repair. Keep in mind that prices for asphalt and concrete are generally higher in the cold seasons.
32 90 00 Planting
• The timing of planting and guarantee specifications often dictate the costs for establishing tree and shrub growth and a stand of grass or ground cover. Establish the work performance schedule to coincide with the local planting season. Maintenance and growth guarantees can add from 20% to 100% to the total landscaping cost. The cost to replace trees and shrubs can be as high as 5% of the total cost depending on the planting zone, soil conditions, and time of year.
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