FREQUENTLY ASKED ASPHALT PAVING QUESTIONS

Asphalt has proven to be a stand-out paving material as it is affordable, easy to repair cracks or potholes, has a shorter curing time, holds up against heavy loads and changing temperatures, and is aesthetically pleasing.

As long as your driveway or parking lot is installed correctly, it should last 30 or more years. However, with proper maintenance, many asphalt paving projects can last 40 to 50 years.

Yes! In fact, asphalt is the easiest paving surface to repair as a new layer can be added over existing layers, and holes can be patched with more asphalt. 

There are many things you can do to keep your asphalt paving looking great including removing weeds along the edges, treating gas or oil spills in a timely manner, filling any open cracks, and getting pavement sealcoating services. These actions will greatly extend the life of your asphalt surfaces.

It is ideal to wait at least 24 hours before driving on the new surface. During the hot summer months, you may want to wait 1-2 days. Our paving contractors can give you more information after we finish your project. 

Pothole patching and other asphalt repair work can be completed in the winter months. This usually involves a temporary repair until ideal weather conditions roll around.

Depending on the condition of your existing asphalt, you may be able to get an asphalt overlay rather than completely repaving your driveway or parking lot. This involves a new layer being poured over the existing driveway or parking lot, saving you time and money. 

Pavement sealcoating is a liquid sealing solution, sprayed over the surface of your asphalt parking lot or driveway to help it become waterproof and slow oxidation. It also makes asphalt more resilient to other damaging fluids including gas or oil.

Generally every two years you should have pavement sealcoating services completed.