VLJ Construction Blog

The VLJ Journal

Field notes and industry updates from Florida's road and site-work crews.

FDOT & Regulatory

FDOT FY2027 Work Program Preview – What Florida Road Contractors Should Watch

Holiday & Light

Memorial Day Tribute – Honoring Veterans in Florida’s Construction Trades

Hurricane & Seasonal

Hurricane Season Starts June 1 – Pavement Prep Florida GCs Should Schedule Now

Service Deep-Dives

Why Your Roads and Pavement Need Sealcoating (And What Happens When You Skip It)

February 20, 2026

Here’s to the Roads Ahead – Happy New Year from VLJ Construction

January 8, 2026

Service Deep-Dives

Sealcoating vs. Resurfacing: Which Does Your Florida Asphalt Really Need?

November 21, 2025

Service Deep-Dives

How Concrete Recycling Reduces Your Project Costs and Environmental Impact.

November 6, 2025

Sustainability & Innovation

Edward de Smedt: The Unsung Pioneer Who Paved the Way for Modern Asphalt Roads

August 25, 2025

Service Deep-Dives

Top 5 Breakthrough Benefits of Self-Healing Asphalt: A Smarter, Pothole-Free Future