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If you\u2019re finding that your asphalt is starting to show signs of wear and tear, it\u2019s critical that you take action before it\u2019s too late and you\u2019re left with all sorts of costly repairs.<\/p>\n
Fortunately, there are several popular maintenance techniques that can be used to preserve your asphalt and make it last for as long as possible!<\/p>\n
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Routine maintenance is the most proactive solution for pavement preservation. By having your asphalt inspected by a professional, you\u2019ll be able to catch and address any issues before they evolve into serious problems.<\/p>\n
Talk with your local asphalt paving contractor to set up a routine maintenance schedule. This will allow you to stay on top of maintenance needs with very little effort needed on your end.<\/p>\n
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Sealcoating<\/a> provides a thin protective layer to help shield your asphalt from the many elements that can wreak havoc on an exposed surface\u2014from vehicles and debris to water, oil, fuel, and other chemicals.<\/p>\n You should aim to have your surface sealcoated at least every three years, and within six months after your surface has been paved, overlaid, or repaired.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n As the term suggests, crack sealing is the process of filling cracks in your asphalt with an adhesive sealant.<\/p>\n This closes up any small openings that are likely to expand, and as a result, prevents moisture and harmful chemicals from penetrating your surface and impacting the foundation.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Not only do potholes detract from your property\u2019s appearance and cause damage to vehicles but they can also leave your foundation susceptible to rapid erosion.<\/p>\n Patching is a maintenance treatment that is often used to fill in these potholes and excavated areas, preventing water from impacting your subgrade and restoring your asphalt\u2019s smooth, level appearance.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you\u2019ve neglected maintenance to the point where you now have large cracks and potholes scattered across your asphalt, your best option might be to get a new asphalt overlay for your pavement.<\/p>\n As long as your pavement\u2019s base and foundation remain stable and in tact, you can use a thin overlay to address relatively shallow blemishes in your asphalt or a thick overlay to fill in larger cracks and divots.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Slurry sealing, similar to sealcoating, is a popular and versatile preventative maintenance method that provides a layer of protective coating for your pavement.<\/p>\n However, slurry seal differs in that it uses large aggregate for a thicker mixture overall\u2014making it most ideal for long, high-traffic roadways that have begun to lose some of their fine aggregate through natural wear and tear. Naturally, slurry seal is generally more durable and yet more expensive than a traditional sealcoat.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Microsurfacing is another type of treatment that is similar to both slurry sealing and sealcoating in that it offers an additional layer of protection for an existing surface.<\/p>\n The main difference between microsurfacing and slurry sealing is the way in which the mixtures harden. While slurry sealing requires heat for the mixture\u2019s water to evaporate, a microsurfacing mixture contains chemicals that allow it to harden without the use of heat.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" 7 Pavement Preservation Treatments for Your Asphalt Surface Are you doing everything within your power to maximize the life of your pavement? If you\u2019re finding that your asphalt is starting to show signs of wear and tear, it\u2019s critical that you take action before it\u2019s too late and you\u2019re left with all sorts of […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":271913,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":" \u00a0<\/p> It\u2019s often said that preparation is the key to success, and that is certainly true of asphalt paving. Hiring a contractor to perform the work is part of that preparation, so you\u2019ll want to be confident in your contractor\u2019s abilities, services, and values before making a decision.<\/p> Here are five questions you should ask your asphalt paving contractor before hiring them.<\/p> This is one of the first questions you should ask any asphalt contractor, as many contractors intentionally focus on one or two areas rather than an entire state or region.<\/p> Finding out that your preferred contractor doesn\u2019t service your area after you\u2019ve already researched their business and approved their references can be disheartening. Make sure they can service your area before you spend too much time vetting their business!<\/p> This will give you an indication of not only the contractor\u2019s experience has but also the breadth of projects the contractor has completed.<\/p> Ideally, you want to entrust your project to someone who has worked on similar projects in the past, and someone who is familiar with the challenges that your project might present.<\/p> It\u2019s important to understand how your contractor plans to complete the work and the approach they will take with your specific project.<\/p> Making sure the contractor is able to align with your business\u2019s values, work within your limitations, and give your project the attention it requires is an important next step to determining whether or not they might be a good fit.<\/p> In many cases, businesses are in need of more than only asphalt paving services. If you need concrete other types of services, bundling them with your asphalt could potentially save you both time and money on your project. Not to mention, it will allow you to work with a single contractor as opposed to multiple contractors \u2014 making coordination much easier in the long run.<\/p> At the very least, knowing what services the contractor offers could still come in handy down the road, when you need those services in a hurry or require the familiarity of a contractor you\u2019ve worked with previously.<\/p> While this is an essential question to ask, it\u2019s one that you should leave until you are confident that the asphalt contractor could be a good fit for your project.<\/p> Checking references can be a time-consuming task. Doing so before you know that the contractor can provide the right services, meet your schedule, and work within your budget will result in wasted time on your end.<\/p> Is your business in need of a top-notch paving contractor?<\/strong><\/p> Get in touch with the team here at Danny\u2019s Asphalt Paving today. 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Crack Sealing<\/strong><\/h2>\n
4. Patching<\/strong><\/h2>\n
5. Overlays<\/strong><\/h2>\n
6. Slurry Sealing<\/strong><\/h2>\n
7. Microsurfacing<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Looking to get back on top of your asphalt maintenance and extend the life of your surface?<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Get in touch with the team<\/span><\/a> at Danny\u2019s Asphalt Paving<\/a> today. We\u2019d love to provide you with a free estimate<\/a> for your next job!<\/strong><\/h4>\n
5 Questions You Need to Ask Your Asphalt Paving Contractor<\/h1>
If you want a high-quality asphalt surface, you need to hire the right contractor for the job.<\/h2>
1. What areas do you service?<\/h2>
2. How long have you been in business?<\/h2>
3. What is your process for performing the work?<\/h2>
4. Do you offer services other than asphalt paving?<\/h2>
5. Do you have references I can check?<\/h2>