A crumbling and broken driveway asphalt replacement can kill the appeal of a beautiful home whereas a new Driveway in Derry Hempshire can give your home a fresh, updated look.
Though driveway is built to last for a long period of time, but they do need replacements. Here are some signs that will help you recognize when its time!
1. Alligator Cracks
These cracks resemble alligator skin in appearance. They are shallow, but often require a full depth reclamation to remedy.
Not every crack requires immediate repair. Cracks that are wider than a quarter inch, requires immediate repair.
2. Potholes
Driveway asphalt replacement in Derry Hempshire
Potholes does not only make your driveway look ugly but also presents a safe hazard.
When water seeps into cracks in your asphalt during the winter, it freezes, expands and makes the cracks wider. As this cycle continues, it causes potholes to open.
3. Drainage Issues
When moisture lingers on your asphalt, it can seep between the surface and affect binding agents. Dealing with this issue reduces your risk of potholes, cracks and other damage.
If you’re seeing puddles lingering in your driveway, it’s time for your driveway asphalt to be replaced.
4. Rough Appearance
Sun exposure may cause your driveway to fade in color and gives a rough appearance. This is not solely an aesthetic concern, but a rough driveway is more susceptible to damages.
To improve the durability of your driveway, a complete driveway asphalt replacement might be necessary.
5. Warping
Warped asphalt can occur due to heavy vehicle use. Vehicles exert much pressure on your driveway. This can cause your asphalt to warp.
If this damage is minimal, you may just need a touch up, although more extensive warping will require a complete asphalt replacement.
6. Past Its Prime
If your driveway is past its prime, there is no point in investing in repairing it because it will degrade again over time quickly. Investing in a new driveway, is the only practical solution to all your problems and you will easily get several years from new asphalt.
7. Sinking
When contractors pour asphalt, they put it on top of a compacted or crushed stone base. When this base erodes, your driveway or parking lot can begin to sink, especially in areas near buildings.
You may need to have your gutters repaired, as well as your asphalt.
8. Crumbling Edges
The edges of the parking lot begin to crumble and break apart when the parking lots aren’t protected around their edges with concrete gutters. This asphalt will typically need to be removed and replaced.
Worried about repairing your driveway? We can assist you.
Atlantic Asphalt Paving has all the driveway repair solutions you could ever need. Whether you just want to seal a small crack or fill up potholes, we have the equipment and skills to do it perfectly and efficiently. Call us today or book an appointment and we’ll give you a free estimate and Roadway asphalt replacement in Derry New Hempshire
We offer a range of services including,
- Driveway Resurfacing
- Driveway Replacement
- Asphalt Repair
- Asphalt Walkway Paving
- Gravel Driveways
- Seal Coating
