Repair Your Asphalt Driveway

 


Below are five steps of asphalt paving & repair service. Our experts provide corresponding repair methods to counter them.

       I.          Clean Out the Cracks: Cracks in asphalt driveways can easily lead to weeds taking advantage of the space. Begin the process of repair by getting rid of those weeds. Pull them by hand, trying to pull up as much as you can. You must also get rid of any debris that might have collected in the crack. Using a pressure washer or a garden hose with a strong spray attachment, clean the cracks thoroughly. Allow some time for the area to dry.

     II.          Fill in Small Cracks: If the crack is less than 1/2 inch wide, fill the space with crack filler compound. This is often sold in tubes. Simply open the tube, press the tip to the base of the crack, and squeeze or press a plunger. Continue to fill the crack until the filler reaches the level of the surrounding asphalt or slightly higher. Smooth it down with a small trowel.

    III.          Fill In Deep Cracks: If the crack goes deeper than the shallow surface, fill it with sand to within 1/4 inch of the surface. Tamp down the sand with a steel tamper or something sturdy and small enough to get into the crack, such as the handle of a small shovel. Continue to add sand until the tamped-down level is within 1/4 inch of the surface.

   IV.          Apply Patching Compound: Apply the appropriate patching compound. This often involves pouring the compound directly from a bag or bucket or scooping it into the crack with the use of a small trowel. Apply a thin layer and tamp it down with a steel tamper, then apply more until the patching compound is level with the surrounding asphalt. Finish the application by smoothing the compound out well with the trowel or the back of a shovel.



     V.          Apply Sealant to the Repaired Area: Choose an appropriate sealant for your asphalt commercialdriveway and follow the manufacturer's directions to apply it. It's okay to simply seal the area of the patch to protect it until the next full driveway maintenance.

 

If you are want to repair common residential driveway during winter, following the ideal crack repair application temperature can ensure the best results. For a more in-depth process on how to fill cracks and potholes, please contact us through our phone number or Google form.

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