Which service meets your asphalt needs best?
Roads, streets, and driveways come under the care of municipalities and businesses. Ultimately, caring for our public and commercial pavements does everyone good. Otherwise, you are left with a much uglier and more hazardous environment. Pavement bumps and cracks can cause drainage issues, vehicle damage, and falls. All asphalt will deteriorate over time and eventually need work. What are the differences between asphalt resurfacing vs. repaving? Is one right for your pavement needs?
Options to Consider Before Resurfacing or Repaving
Resurfacing and repaving asphalt are both very involved processes. If it is possible to do less intensive but equally effective work for your pavement, it will save you time and money. Unless your pavement needs serious repairs, you can opt for any of these asphalt repair services:
- Crack filling: Filling individual asphalt cracks will make the pavement as good as new without having to excavate.
- Patching: If your pavement has potholes or a severely damaged spot, patching can address that area only.
- Sealcoating: If your pavement is in good condition, sealcoating it will protect it from contaminants and give it a fresh, blacktop look.
Asphalt Resurfacing
Asphalt resurfacing is the removal and replacement of the top layer. It is only a good idea if the pavement base is in good condition. The top layer must be old enough that further repairs would be more expensive than just replacing the entire surface. If the entire blacktop is crumbling and cracking, then it is more effective to resurface it than to fill every crack.
Another indicator that asphalt resurfacing might be better for your project than replacing is if the pavement is less than 20 years old.
Asphalt Repaving
Asphalt repaving is the replacement of the entire asphalt pavement from the base up. If the pavement is well over 20 years old and has significant damage overall, then asphalt repaving is a good idea.
How do you know the asphalt base needs replacing besides the age of the pavement?
- Wide asphalt cracks
- Uneven pavement
- Grass growing through the pavement
If you aren’t positive, you can ask a professional at Reliable Contracting in Maryland to help you determine the best solution to your damaged pavement.
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