Asphalt Repair Long Island Services

What Is A Full-Depth Patch For Asphalt Repair?

Asphalt pavements consist of multiple layers of compacted hot mix asphalt over compacted soil or an aggregate base. For a complete patch, we take out all the asphalt layers to reach the base layers. If required, we can also remove the base layers and strengthen or repair them as necessary. This is usually the most recommended method, so your asphalt is on a brand-new base.

We then place and compact multiple layers of asphalt to restore the pavement to its original elevation. A full-depth patch involves repairing the entire structure of the pavement. This often results in the area being stronger than it was when originally built. Full-depth patching typically offers a permanent repair.

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What Is Partial-Depth Patching?

A damaged pavement requires one of two methods for repair: partial-depth patching or peel-and-pave asphalt. To fix the damage, it’s necessary to remove the affected layers of pavement. The extent of the damage could vary, ranging from the top few layers to the base coat.

Then, we lay down new asphalt and compress it to create a smooth surface. Partial-depth patching can address a wide variety of problems, including those involving the weight or volume of traffic. The partial-depth patch is a durable repair and is not a permanent solution.

What Is a Skin Patch?

Skin patches are a type of pavement repair that only fix damage on the top of the pavement. This could be one or two inches of the surface. Skin patching can also resolve some drainage issues.

Skin patches usually have shorter lifespans compared to partial-depth patches. In fact, they tend to have much shorter lifespans compared to full-depth patches. Skin patches in the Long Island area typically require replacement within two years, indicating a shallow depth.

Which Asphalt Repair Is Best?

We understand that no pavement or client is the same. Asphalt pavements are different in every parking lot because each parking lot is unique. This is why we carefully choose the patching method that best fits both the pavement and the client’s plans. Therefore, we cannot recommend a method until we assess your pavement and discuss your goals.

Please do not wait to get your asphalt repair checked out and diagnosed by an asphalt contractor. It is better to avoid leaving any open breaks in your pavement.

Having open breaks in your asphalt can allow water and chemicals from petroleum to damage its structural integrity. This is why it is important to address the issues and breaks in asphalt immediately. You may consider consulting Royal Pavement for assistance.

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How Can I Prevent My Pavement From Needing Asphalt Repair?

It is inevitable that you will need some type of asphalt repair in your parking lot. There are several preventive measures that can help extend the life of your asphalt pavement. For example, regular inspection of your parking lot is necessary. As a property owner, you might consider monthly inspections to get ahead of any small repairs.

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