Cracks on asphalt
Even when your asphalt pavement was designed and constructed properly, the primary causes of failure are penetration of water into the asphalt base material and oxidation of the surface by ultraviolet rays.
Asphalt cracks are unsightly and uninviting - but that's not the only reason they're a problem. They allow water to penetrate pavement and seep into the supporting base layers. If ignored, they eventually threaten the overall strength of the pavement, lead to structural issues and cause increased expense long term.
The good news is that crack repairs are easily made. Proper and timely maintenance of cracks definitely contains the cost of asphalt maintenance over the years and delays expensive resurfacing or replacement. Filling cracks is the first line of defense against water intrusion and preventing bigger issues.
To remedy the impacts of the environment and usage Absolute Seal Coat uses crack filler and seal coat from Seal Masters, a specialized pavement maintenance product manufacturer. The crack filler is a commercial grade, hot rubber product that meets the most stringent manufacturing and quality control standards in the industry. It is formulated with a high enough melting point for use in areas with pedestrian traffic to prevent cracking, and yet remains pliable enough in cold temperatures to resist splitting. And it resists water penetration. The filler is heated to a liquid and applied to cracks with specially designed machinery. The extreme heat causes the sides of the asphalt in a crack to melt and form a strong bond with the rubber upon cooling. Due to its high elasticity, the rubber expands and contracts with the thermal movements of the crack.
Asphalt cracks are unsightly and uninviting - but that's not the only reason they're a problem. They allow water to penetrate pavement and seep into the supporting base layers. If ignored, they eventually threaten the overall strength of the pavement, lead to structural issues and cause increased expense long term.
The good news is that crack repairs are easily made. Proper and timely maintenance of cracks definitely contains the cost of asphalt maintenance over the years and delays expensive resurfacing or replacement. Filling cracks is the first line of defense against water intrusion and preventing bigger issues.
To remedy the impacts of the environment and usage Absolute Seal Coat uses crack filler and seal coat from Seal Masters, a specialized pavement maintenance product manufacturer. The crack filler is a commercial grade, hot rubber product that meets the most stringent manufacturing and quality control standards in the industry. It is formulated with a high enough melting point for use in areas with pedestrian traffic to prevent cracking, and yet remains pliable enough in cold temperatures to resist splitting. And it resists water penetration. The filler is heated to a liquid and applied to cracks with specially designed machinery. The extreme heat causes the sides of the asphalt in a crack to melt and form a strong bond with the rubber upon cooling. Due to its high elasticity, the rubber expands and contracts with the thermal movements of the crack.
Patching
Sooner or later, your asphalt surface will need more than crack filling and seal coating; especially if a periodic maintenance program hasn't been performed.
Potholes are a serious safety risk and an eye sore. Moreover, gallons of water flow through them into the structural base causing erosion that damages the pavement in and around the pothole and increases its size over time. Fixing potholes in a timely manner reduces further pavement damage and additional costly repairs, resurfacing or asphalt replacement.
Solutions range from patching individual potholes to replacing larger distressed areas. An estimator will identify problem areas, recommend viable repair options to prolong the life of the asphalt and minimize the impact to your budget. Give us a call today 716-949-7337
Potholes are a serious safety risk and an eye sore. Moreover, gallons of water flow through them into the structural base causing erosion that damages the pavement in and around the pothole and increases its size over time. Fixing potholes in a timely manner reduces further pavement damage and additional costly repairs, resurfacing or asphalt replacement.
Solutions range from patching individual potholes to replacing larger distressed areas. An estimator will identify problem areas, recommend viable repair options to prolong the life of the asphalt and minimize the impact to your budget. Give us a call today 716-949-7337
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