My car takes a beating.  Driving back and forth from Pittsburgh to Johnstown and back each week takes its toll on my car.  Even though the weather is far worse here in Johnstown, Pittsburgh still sees its fair share of potholes.

So, why do we see these potholes?  Let me take you through the process and hopefully it’ll help you understand why your car gets swallowed up every year around this time.

It all starts with some snow or ice and a little sunshine and warmer temperatures.  That warmer weather or sunshine melts the snow and ice and the water creeps below the surface and into cracks in the pavement. (Read More)