Crack Sealing Services: Essential Asphalt Pavement Maintenance
Crack sealing stands as a pivotal maintenance strategy for asphalt pavements, designed to prolong their service life and curb further damage. Our specialized services target those cracks measuring ½ inch or wider—comparable to the thickness of a quarter. These are particularly prone to water penetration and subsequent expansion, notably in the winter season. While crack sealing is instrumental in mitigating pavement deterioration, it’s crucial to recognize that this method does not tackle the underlying causes of the cracks nor does it offer a permanent fix. Nonetheless, it serves an indispensable role in postponing the necessity for more comprehensive and expensive repairs.
Our Expertise in Crack Sealing
Focused Crack Sealing Solutions: Our strategy zeroes in on sealing sufficiently wide cracks, optimizing resource utilization and averting additional pavement damage.
Selective Approach: We deliberately avoid sealing “spider cracks,” which are intricate networks of fine cracks. Fixing these small cracks might cause the asphalt to come up when driven over, leading to quicker need for repairs. We recommend allowing these minor cracks to evolve naturally until they warrant a more extensive repair intervention.
Advantages of Professional Crack Sealing
Preventive Care: Adopting crack sealing as a preventive measure substantially slows down the progression of pavement damage. This technique effectively blocks water penetration through the asphalt to the base layer, stopping water damage that could lead to bigger problems.
Cost Efficiency: Crack sealing emerges as an economically sound choice over time, despite its initial cost. Proactively managing minor issues circumvents the steep expenses linked to significant pavement repairs or total replacement.
Our Crack Sealing Process
Utilization of Hot Tar Crack Filler: Our primary method involves the use of hot tar crack filler, sealing the cracks adeptly to prevent water infiltration. This approach is particularly suited for the larger cracks that significantly compromise pavement integrity.
Cold Patch Technique: For specific situations, we might employ the cold patch method. This alternative is tailored based on particular conditions and client needs, enhancing the versatility of our repair solutions.
Investing in crack sealing with us is a strategic decision for asphalt pavement upkeep. It not only shields the surface from water damage and inhibits crack expansion but also significantly extends the pavement’s lifespan, ensuring your driveway remains in optimal condition for an extended period. While not a panacea, crack sealing is a critical component of pavement conservation, offering substantial financial and practical benefits in the long run.
