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How Do You Fix Sunken Asphalt?

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Over time your driveway suffers ongoing wear and tear from constant use. Over time you will find that damage will happen regardless if you have a concrete driveway, driveway pavers, or asphalt. Asphalt driveways often end up with sunken spots, usually right where you park each day. Cracks, potholes, and other wear develop.

Should you repair cracks and potholes in your driveway? To prevent damage to your vehicle, slipping hazards, and more expensive damage, repaving your driveway is key. You need to repair the damage whether you have driveway pavers, asphalt, or concrete. Driveway pavers can sometimes have an easier repair since you can simply repair the damaged pavers.

Before you plan to fix your sunken asphalt, be sure to plan around a sunny time of year. You want the driveway to be free of debris, dirt, moisture, and water before beginning the repairs. Loosen damaged asphalt with a putty knife. To patch the area, you need a solid edge. Vacuum and sweep any debris. Scrub the asphalt using dish detergent and hot water. Give your driveway time to dry before attempting a repair.

  1. Coat the damaged area with Asphalt Emulsion

Use a putty knife. Seal the bottom of the patched area first. You do not need to wait for the asphalt emulsion to dry before proceeding to the next steps.

  1. Shovel a two-inch layer of the asphalt repair mix into the sunken area

Tamp down the mix with some scrap lumber. Repeat the process until you reach the top of the asphalt. You want to add the mix slightly over the sunken area.

  1. Drive over the patched area

Place a piece of plywood over the mound of asphalt repair mix. Drive over it several times. Flatten out the packing mixtures.

After you have fixed the patch, leave it alone for a few days. Don’t drive on it or walk on it. Repairing your driveway yourself may not be possible for a number of reasons:

  • The damage is structural or severe
  • The driveway needs to be replaced
  • You cannot repair the patch yourself because of physical limitations
  • You want to repave the entire driveway

Call our professionals today to help you with your driveway repair. We have high quality experienced contractors that ensure you the best in driveway paving and repair.

 

 

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