Although asphalt is among the most sought-after, cost-effective, and flexible paving materials, it has its flaws. Along with the seasonal and traffic changes extreme cold weather excessive snowfall and heavy rain heavy precipitation, repeated salting can eventually result in wear and tear and cracks in the asphalt surface of your property.

If you've been signed up for an annual maintenance program the paving company can spot the early signs of wear and fix minor defects promptly. An active investment in time and regular maintenance can prolong the lifespan of your pavement and will save you money on repairs or the repaving expenses in the future.

If, however, you don't have a maintenance program in place and are beginning to notice cracks in your pavement Hire professionals to pave your driveway like us. Our expert team can detect the different types of cracks that are present in your pavement and address effectively by either resurfacing or paver replacement.

Asphalt Repair or. The New asphalt Paving, How Do You Choose?

Repairs can only fix small damages or wear, significant damage will need new asphalt to be laid. Professional pavers will take into consideration a variety of aspects before recommending regarding repairing or replacing your asphalt. This includes:

The age of the original Pavement

While most pavements last from 20-30 years depending on the weather conditions and the volume of traffic can reduce their lifespan by a few years. You could extend their life by as long as 15 years by the simple task of resurfacing However, in the event that the pavement is getting close to its lifespan it might be better to look into the possibility of repaving.

The Effort and Work Required

Sometimes even if the cracks aren't severe however, the amount of effort and time put in patching and repairs might not be sufficient to reap the benefits you get from Resurfacing. This is particularly true when there are signs that suggest problems that are underlying, or if your pavement is in the middle of its lifespan. In such instances, Paving contractors might suggest repaving the pavement instead of making repairs.

The condition of the base

Because asphalt pavements consist of layers of aggregate material Resurfacing is an option if the lower layers are unaffected and sturdy enough to support a new layer. The professionals at pavers fill in and fix the cracks that appear and potholes, and then put the new layer on top and make your road appear like new.