Call Us Today (630) 855-5572 COMMERCIAL ASPHALT PAVING RESIDENTIAL SERVICES PROJECTS EMPLOYMENT ASPHALT CONCRETE SEAL COATING SNOW REMOVAL Asphalt Patching and Repairs Asphalt patching and repair work is often the most inexpensive solution for your pavement repair needs. Asphalt potholes occur when: • Moisture penetrates existing cracks • Cracks multiply • Asphalt breaks into small pieces • Asphalt, dirt, and gravel are forced out from traveling vehicles or snow plows. There are a few types of pot hole repair procedures that can be completed to correct pot holes: Filling in the asphalt problem: The easiest method of repair is to simply fill in the pot hole with hot or cold mix asphalt and compact. Procedure: • Remove broken asphalt, dirt, and gravel from pot hole. • Apply a tack coat inside the pothole to help bind with the new asphalt. • Install hot or cold mix asphalt with a shovel. • Grade and compact the asphalt with a tamper. This method is not the best looking solution, however it is relatively inexpensive and quick to complete. Saw cutting around the Pot Hole: Saw cutting around the perimeter of the problem area eliminates the pothole along with cracks surrounding it. It also provides a clean look to your repair work. Procedure: • Saw cut the perimeter of the pot hole • Remove all asphalt inside the saw cuts • Re-grade/replace gravel underneath old asphalt • Install hot or cold mix asphalt with a shovel • Grade and compact the asphalt with a tamper Saw cutting your potholes will cost more to complete, however they are a overall better repair. They also help maintain the appearance of your pavement. FAQs Get Our Price Today Services Provided: Asphalt Paving Residential Driveway Paving Asphalt Patching and Repair Asphalt Milling / Resurfacing Asphalt Removal / Replacement Asphalt Overlay Pot Hole Repair Asphalt Sink Hole Repair Storm Drain Repair Asphalt FAQs What is Asphalt? What Is Asphalt Paving? Asphalt Condition Guide Asphalt & the Environment What are the benefits of Seal Coating? HOME ABOUT US SERVICES PROJECTS EMPLOYMENT OUR CLIENTS CONTACT Address: Phone: Fax: Email: 7n540 IL Route 25 Elgin, IL 60120 (630) 855-5572 (630) 855-6231 info@everlastblacktop.com Copyright 2014 | Privacy Policy | Sitemap