Preventive asphalt maintenance is important for preserving the look of your asphalt pavement. A little rain should not be a problem if you’ve done all you can to keep your pavement looking nice. However, if you haven’t done any preventative maintenance, minor cracks, holes, and potholes might result in significant Spring damage.
Water Weakens The Bond in Asphalt
Water, in particular, is more likely to cause fractures in pavement since it has a higher conductivity. The elements, particularly water, may erode your unprotected asphalt over time and reach and weaken the structural and supporting layers of your pavement.
When the aggregate-binder bond deteriorates, the pavement loses its strength, making it more prone to wear in the future. If water penetrates beneath the sub-base, it might jeopardize its structural soundness.
Sealcoating, Surface Drainage & Pavement Maintenance
Sealcoating
Water penetration on asphalt may be prevented with the use of sealcoating. Sealcoating, which is a thin layer of liquid over the pavement to protect it from UV radiation, rain, snow, and other liquids emanating from automobiles, is an excellent method to prevent cracks in the first place while also preserving the life of your pavement. Sealcoating
Drainage
Asphalt installation is a significant endeavor. Water drainage is an important element of the process, especially when working on parking lots and driveways. Contractors must evaluate how to make the most of grassy areas and inlets where water may be directed using slopes and asphalt curbing while developing parking lots and drives.
Pavement Maintenance
If there are no flaws in your pavement, water and rain can’t exploit them. Small fractures are simpler and less expensive to address than big ones, so it’s important to deal with them promptly.
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