The pavement doctor.
Tell us what you see, how much of the surface is affected, how old it is and what drives on it. Get a starting recommendation with a cross-section, added life and a planning price. Free, with no signup.
- Seven symptoms
- Depth of fix
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What does it look like?
- How deep the fix goes
- Typical added life
- Planning price
- How soon
Five things pavement is telling you.
Hairline cracks
Early warning. Seal them before water gets in.
Wide open cracks
Water is entering the base now.
Web-like cracking
The base is failing. Surface fixes will not last.
Potholes
Water and traffic have broken the surface.
Standing water
Grade or drainage trouble that shortens pavement life.
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From a bottle of sealant to a new base.
Repair & MaintenanceCrack SealingA small repair that saves big money.
Repair & MaintenanceSealcoatingBlack again, and better protected.
Repair & MaintenanceAsphalt PatchingMatch the old, strengthen the new.
Roads & Large ProjectsMilling and OverlayNew pavement without raising the grade.Repair & MaintenanceAlligator Crack and Full-Depth RepairFix the foundation, then the surface.
DrivewaysDriveway ReplacementA fresh start, not another patch.Repair questions
How long does an asphalt driveway last?
Many asphalt driveways last 15 to 25 years or more with a good base, proper drainage and routine crack sealing and sealcoating. Water and a weak base shorten life far more than age alone.
What is the difference between sealcoating and crack sealing?
Crack sealing fills individual cracks with flexible rubberized sealant to keep water out of the base. Sealcoating is a thin protective coating over the whole surface. Crack seal first, then sealcoat, and the two protect pavement far better together.
Should I resurface or replace my driveway or lot?
If the base is sound and the damage is surface wear and cracks you can seal, an overlay is the economical fix. If there is web-like alligator cracking, deep ruts or soft sinking areas, the base has failed and those areas need to be rebuilt. Our Pavement Doctor gives a starting recommendation.
Let us look at it in person.
A free site visit includes probing the base, photos and a written repair plan.