Moisture is one of the biggest killers of otherwise sturdy asphalt. Just as water erosion eats away at cliffs and riverbanks, water seeping into the cracks of your commercial asphalt can expand cracks into potholes and lead to serious flaws in the surface of the asphalt and its base. At Gopher State Sealcoat, we provide top-of-the-line asphalt crack sealing to help keep your Twin Cities, MN, pavement intact and smooth for the foreseeable future.
Asphalt Cracks
Asphalt cracks can happen when force is applied repeatedly to the surface of the pavement following an unexpected impact or over time due to slow erosion. Small imperfections may seem inconsequential at a glance, but over time, they can expand into grooves or deep crevices that become a tripping hazard or a professional eyesore.
Instability in Pavement
When moisture seeps into imperfections and cracks, it can travel all the way to the base of the pavement and collect there. As the amount of moisture increases, the stability of the pavement can begin to decrease. This instability can disrupt the bonding in commercial asphalt and slowly wear on the adhesive that keeps it all in place. Though asphalt is less prone to cracking than concrete, it can still break if the concentration of moisture is left unattended for too long.
Asphalt Crack Sealing
Asphalt crack sealing prevents further damage after cracks have appeared. Commercial asphalt gets a lot of foot and vehicle traffic throughout the year and that pressure, plus the humidity of Minnesota summers and cold winter melts, can lead to significant damage to parking lots, driveways, and other paved surfaces. Asphalt crack sealing fills these cracks with pliable, rubberized asphalt that prevents the openings from spreading and stops moisture from entering these potential weak points.
If your Twin Cities, MN, commercial asphalt needs some reinforcement after the winter melt begins, Gopher State Sealcoat can help. Reach out to us for information on our asphalt crack sealing process and to make an appointment today. Call (952) 931-9188 or visit our website here for more information on your asphalt needs.
