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Should I Resurface or Replace my Asphalt Driveway?

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The entire driveways are made with asphalt to last long. But due to the many reasons, you can see that these driveways get damaged or potholes due to various reasons. So, when all these happen, a complicated thought comes to the mind, and it is about the resurfacing the driveway or to replace the entire asphalt. Which is better? Well, when all these happen, you can see that there are different factors that you all need to take care of before jumping to any decisions. If there are many potholes or the portion of the driveway is damaged, then it needs urgent attention. The potholes are broad and deep, and it can’t yield good results just by filling it, then it is highly suggested to go for the replacement of the driveway rather than going for  asphalt patching . But if that is not the case, then you find small damage portion or potholes in the driveway. You can see that it comes with the top-rated things in place, and you can go for the asphalt patching...

How to Repair Damaged Asphalt?

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When it comes to damaged asphalt, we always recommend you to connect with the professionals. They carry the right set of equipment and materials, and possess years of expertise in this process. But, if you prefer doing it on your own, the following tips will help you out. Crack sealer for small issues For small cracks, use a crack sealer made using rubberized asphalt emulsion. Let it dry after filling the crack. The thickness of the mix depends on the size of the issue. Other solutions include application of chip seal, fog seal, slurry seal, or sand seal. Crushed Gravel for large cracks The solution is suitable for cracks that are deeper than two inches. Pack the crack after filling it with crushed gravel up to two inches. Pour cold mix asphalt that’s available on the market. Read the instructions to compact it properly. Place your vehicle over asphalt for finished leveling. This process is often referred to as asphalt patching . Asphalt Maintenance Use...