The freezing and thawing cycles seen in typical Connecticut winters doesn’t just impact the people who live in the area. It can be hard on asphalt surfaces as well. Asphalt driveways that contract when it gets very cold and then expand in the sun when temperatures are warmer inevitably develop cracks and small potholes. Sullivan Paving, a paving contractor in the Middletown area, can help homeowners keep their asphalt driveways as smooth and crack-free as possible, even when winter damage has been severe.
How to repair cracks in the asphalt
An asphalt driveway that has developed cracks or potholes should be inspected carefully before any work is done. Even oil spots can lead to more serious problems later on if they aren’t cleaned properly. A professional paving company can assess the structure and stability of the driveway to determine whether cracks and other problems have led to more serious issues in the driveway’s foundation. Once a problem is identified and repaired, a thorough cleaning will ensure the materials used to repair the driveway can adhere to it properly. Cracks are filled with special rubber filler and then the sealant is applied over the entire asphalt driveway.
How to patch asphalt
Patching may be needed to help lengthen the life of a driveway, particularly if a homeowner isn’t ready yet to have the driveway completely replaced. Potholes develop in asphalt when the freezing and thawing cycle is particularly severe following heavy winter storms. The best solution to the problem of potholes in an asphalt driveway is to repair them using a hot asphalt mixture. Professional driveway companies have the equipment and the experience necessary to work with hot asphalt. Homeowners who want to repair their own driveways use cold asphalt mixed with a polymer adhesive. However, this repair method isn’t as permanent as hot asphalt repairs.
Who to call for asphalt repair
Homeowners in the Middletown, CT area who are seeing more cracks and potholes appear in their driveways thanks to heavy winter storms can call on Sullivan Paving to assess the best way to solve the problems. Browse the Website for more information on the types of paving repairs the company offers.
