FAQ

You must hire contractors to fill all potholes and repair any damage before proceeding with sealcoating. Many incorrectly assume that sealcoating fixes existing defects. However, that’s not the case. Sealcoating is a form of preventative maintenance, not a magic fix-all solution.

To ensure your sealcoating provides superior protection and beauty, you must first handle all repairs. Failing to do so will only result in lackluster results that compromise your pavement’s integrity.

Parking lot paving is a multi-step process. There are many moving parts, and every project is different. However, the core steps include:

• Planning: All successful projects begin with planning. During this phase, contractors will work to understand the pavement’s intended use and needs. They’ll also obtain necessary permits and work with clients to finalize shape, thickness, and overall design.
• Engineering: Experts must engineer surfaces to meet your exact needs. During the engineering phase, paving companies will determine the appropriate thickness and choose the right asphalt mix to achieve the desired strength.
• Site Preparation: Teams prepare the pavement site by clearing the land of debris and vegetation. They’ll then grade and compact the soil to achieve the right elevation.
• Base Installation: After site prep, contractors install the base layers. Asphalt paving requires a strong foundation. This step is critical and often involves amending the existing soil before adding aggregates. Heavy compaction and grading help shape the foundation.
• Paving: Paving involves hauling hot asphalt mix to the project site. Teams work fast to lay and spread the material before it cools and solidifies.
• Compaction: After laying the asphalt, paving companies compact the material using heavy-duty rollers. This step increases density. The aggregates lock together, and the bitumen binder locks them all in.
• Curing: Asphalt paving requires up to 72 hours to cure. After that period, the surface is ready for striping and traffic. However, it’ll continue to cure over several months, compacting more with the weight of traffic.

Proper maintenance makes all the difference for asphalt paving. Surfaces require ongoing care throughout their lives to avoid damage and early deterioration. A solid asphalt care plan includes:

• Regular Cleaning: Filth and grime can accelerate oxidation and wear. To prevent that, you must sweep away debris and wash the surface.
• Crack Filling: Cracks are the most common form of damage to affect asphalt paving. Experts recommend filling and sealing all cracks at least once annually to prevent water penetration and damage.
• Repairs: When damage occurs, invest in timely repairs. Fast repairs stop small problems from turning into big ones and creating further issues.
• Sealcoating: Sealcoating is a preventative care service that shields asphalt against damaging elements, including rainfall, harsh UV rays, chemical damage, and more.

To ensure you’re providing the care your pavement needs, consider having asphalt contractors inspect your property regularly.

Repairs are necessary whenever your asphalt surfaces suffer damage. No pavement is immune to harm, and damage can manifest in many ways. Here are some common issues that warrant prompt repairs.

• Cracking: Cracks are small voids that can occur due to oxidation, excessive weight, and more. They invite water penetration, which could lead to more severe harm.
• Potholes: Potholes are a byproduct of water infiltration and base erosion. They are safety hazards that will worsen with time.
• Surface Damage: Surface defects, such as raveling, can create rough textures. They also indicate substantial degradation and can make pavement more vulnerable to harm.
• Drainage Issues: Low spots that collect water can be disastrous for asphalt paving. Sitting water will continue to deteriorate the material, leading to eventual structural failure.
• Base Failure: Base damage requires extensive repair work. The base foundation supports the pavement, and issues can lead to potholes, subsidence, and failure.
• Discoloration: Fading, discoloration, and staining often indicate the need for fresh sealing. Failing to address the issue could lead to degradation.

Parking lot striping doesn’t last forever. It’s important to schedule striping services regularly to keep all lines and markings vibrant.

Experts recommend refreshing stripes once they lose roughly 25 percent of their visibility. Standard water-based or solvent-based paints usually reach that point 18 to 24 months after application. The best approach is to schedule routine inspections. Doing so makes it easier to proactively maintain visibility.

Asphalt crack repair is a service that aims to prevent voids from spreading while keeping water out. It can also improve surface texture and make paved surfaces safer to use.

Contractors use one of two techniques. Crack filling mends non-working cracks and utilizes more rigid repair compounds. Meanwhile, sealing is for working cracks that require movement. It involves more flexible sealers.

In both cases, contractors typically clean out voids and widen cracks to maximize the bond strength of repair compounds and improve longevity.

Concrete can suffer many forms of harm. While it’s a resilient material, Texas conditions, poor installation, and sudden stresses can cause damage and deterioration.

Corrosion of the internal reinforcements is among the most common causes of deterioration. It’s usually driven by moisture and chloride exposure.

Other potential causes include carbonation, freeze-thaw cycling, sulfate issues, and weight overloading. Proper construction and ongoing maintenance can help prevent these problems and more.