7 Signs Your Asphalt Pavement Needs Repair

Asphalt pavement is a popular paving option because it’s durable, flexible, and affordable. However, asphalt needs regular maintenance, just like any other surface.

If you’re unsure if you need to call upon an asphalt repair expert to your home or business property, this blog post will help! We’ll discuss seven different signs that show when your asphalt needs repair and why these things occur.

1. Cracking

Cracks in asphalt pavement are a common sign of damage and need for repair. These cracks can be caused by a lack of support from the ground, environmental factors such as weather or chemical substances eating away at your pavement surface.

If they become large enough or start crossing each other, you may need an expert’s opinion.

2. Holes

If there are holes in your asphalt surface caused by water or ice penetrating through cracks, then these should be addressed with an expert as soon as possible.

3. Raised Pavement

Raised areas of asphalt pavement indicate that the ground beneath is sinking. This means the asphalt is no longer resting on a stable foundation; this can cause issues with drainage and stability, requiring repair of your pavement surface to return it to its original condition.

4. Distortion

If your surface is twisting or warping, then the asphalt pavement needs repair.

This distortion can be caused by several sub-base and base layer problems, which only a professional contractor can identify and address adequately.

5. Potholes

Potholes are the result of trapped water beneath your asphalt pavement. When this builds up, it can weaken or lift sections of the road causing pothole formation.

Potholes can be repaired using asphalt patching services, depending on the depth of the pothole.

6. Ruts

Ruts are caused by repeated tire traffic and can make it difficult to repair the asphalt if not addressed immediately.

If the ruts are deep enough, asphalt repairs may need to take place. This should include looking at what areas of your asphalt have become worn by tire traffic and which haven’t in order to determine the best asphalt repair technique.

7. Loose or Raised Grout

Asphalt repairs should always include looking at the asphalt surface to make sure it’s smooth and flat, but if you notice that there are areas where asphalt has been raised, this may indicate a need for asphalt replacement.

Loose grout indicates potential problems the asphalt underneath, such as water damage or issues with the base.

Affordable Sealing & Striping, Inc. provides premier asphalt repair services in Fort Collins. Whether you need a sealcoating, asphalt patching, or crack sealing service, we have the skills and experience to do it right. We can help to restore your pavement to pristine condition by providing affordable services that will last for years to come.

If you would like more information about our services, get in touch with us today!

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