2 Asphalt Paving Services You Should Use For The Life Of Your Driveway

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2 Asphalt Paving Services You Should Use For The Life Of Your Driveway

12 July 2023
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One of the great things about asphalt paving is that this paving material requires far less maintenance than some of the other options the market has to offer. However, this does not mean that your asphalt driveway is completely maintenance-free. There are still a few asphalt paving services that you will want to utilize during the life of your driveway. You can learn more about these services below. 

Crack Filling

Asphalt is a relatively strong paving material that stands up well to most conditions without suffering damage. However, even the highest quality asphalt can begin to crack over time or as a result of impact damage. If you notice cracks in your asphalt, you will want to have these cracks filled as soon as possible. Acting quickly to remedy this problem can help to prevent the damage from spreading and causing large potholes in your driveway that could ultimately damage your vehicle. If your cracks are relatively small, you may be able to fill these cracks yourself using materials from a local home improvement or hardware store. Larger cracks should be filled by a professional to ensure the new asphalt properly adheres to the existing asphalt. A failure to use professional paving services in this situation could leave you repairing the same damage over and over again in the near future. 

Seal Coating

Perhaps the most important maintenance your asphalt driveway requires is a process known as seal coating. The reason this maintenance service is so important is that the top coat that is used to seal your asphalt driveway will wear away over time and can leave your driveway vulnerable to serious damage. The only way to avoid this damage is to replace the protective layer on top of your asphalt. This process is often referred to as seal coating or top coating. The frequency with which a driveway needs to be seal-coated will vary depending on weather conditions, traffic volumes, and exposure to chemicals. For most homeowners, this process will need to be completed every few years. However, if you notice that your driveway is fading in color or has suffered from widespread cracking, this could be a sign that your driveway needs to be seal-coated even if it has not been that long since you had your driveway serviced. In this situation, it is always best to err on the side of caution and contact an asphalt paving contractor to come out and inspect your driveway.

For more information on asphalt paving, contact a professional near you.