Small cracks always become big cracks, and big cracks often become potholes.  Left untreated, even the smallest of cracks in your pavement can lead to costly repairs down the road.   Crack Sealing is the SINGLE MOST IMPORTANT STEP you can take to prolong the life of your asphalt and should be performed as needed to protect your property.

Benefits of Asphalt 

Asphalt pavement is a versatile option for many different applications because of its durability, cost-effectiveness, simplicity of construction, and strength.  Asphalt withstands heavier loads and, when combined with proper asphalt maintenance, lasts for many years.

Maintenance and Repair Process Highlights

Asphalt Removal & Replacement Highlights:  After removing deteriorated asphalt, the existing stone base will be compacted and tack coat will be applied to perimeter of patch(es) to guarantee proper bonding.  Hot asphalt will be installed and compacted with a multi-ton vibratory roller and/or vibratory plate.

Asphalt Resurfacing:  After cleaning and the application of a tack coat, hot asphalt will then be installed with a multi-ton vibratory roller to guarantee proper compaction.

Options:

• Underlayment Fabric – Underlayment fabric is a non-woven, petroleum-based fabric used to retard reflective cracking between the existing pavement and the newly installed asphalt surface.  It also acts as a waterproofing membrane and adds structural support/strength.
• Leveling Binder – In low areas, hot asphalt will be installed at various depths to adjust pitch to enhance existing grades.
• Transitional Milling – In areas requiring the resurface to tie into other existing surfaces (i.e., concrete, etc.) asphalt will be milled and replaced along the perimeter.

Asphalt Pothole Repair

Potholes will be cleared of all debris and, depending on the season, hot or cold asphalt mix will be applied to fill the deteriorated areas and will be compacted with a multi-ton vibratory roller or vibratory plate.  This is usually a remedial repair.

Infrared

Infrared asphalt repair is a method by which existing asphalt is heated and sprayed with a rejuvenator, using infrared technology.  the area will be heated to 325 degrees for 5-10 minutes, reraked to remove failed aggregate and a rejuvenator will be applied to replenish lost oils due to oxidation.  Additional material will be applied to the area and compacted with a multi-ton vibratory roller and/or vibratory plate.

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