4 Tips to Double Asphalt Lifespan

Extend The Life of Your Asphalt

Many wonder how to extend the life of their asphalt driveways or parking lot. The short answer is to invest in regular maintenance. An average quality pavement can last 15-20 years, properly maintained, asphalt lifespan can last more than double. Regular maintenance can be broken down into 4 things:

1. Avoid Water Damage

Preventing as much standing water as possible is a good way to avoid water intruding into your asphalt. The freeze and thaw cycles of water can cause damage to the pavement. Maintaining proper water runoff with catch basins and bioswales on an annual basis will help ensure drainage.

2. Crack Filling

Fill the cracks in your asphalt periodically or as frequently as possible to decrease oxidation. Leaving cracks in asphalt untreated can lead to additional deterioration of your pavement. Whether you fill the cracks yourself or you hire a local asphalt crack filling company. B&T can help if you live in the Indianapolis metropolitan area.

3. Sealcoat

Applying a seal coat to your asphalt driveway or parking lot will help protect the pavement from water, oils, and U.V. damage. Sealcoating every 2-3 years (depending on climate and vehicle traffic) will extend the life of your driveway or parking lot for many years. B&T uses Brewer Cote for our asphalt sealcoating customers in and around Indy.

4. Repair Potholes

If left unrepaired, potholes will become worse and it is critical to repair them as soon as possible. B&T can patch potholes for a temporary solution. Failing to fix a pothole can cause larger more serious pavement issues over time and cost more to repair. If you’re looking for pothole repair companies in Indianapolis, call us at B&T.

5. Hire A Professional

Properly maintained asphalt driveways and parking lots will last for many years. If you’re looking for a contractor to help you avoid water damage, asphalt crack filling, sealcoating, or asphalt repair here in central Indiana, call B&T Sealcoating and Asphalt.

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