{"id":1437,"date":"2020-03-20T18:09:06","date_gmt":"2020-03-20T18:09:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aciindiana.com\/blog\/?p=1437"},"modified":"2020-03-20T18:09:06","modified_gmt":"2020-03-20T18:09:06","slug":"common-asphalt-problems-that-should-be-repaired-this-spring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aciindiana.com\/blog\/common-asphalt-problems-that-should-be-repaired-this-spring\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Asphalt Problems That Should Be Repaired This Spring"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Now that the last freeze is likely behind us, commercial and large-scale lots that are paved will soon require some maintenance. This is especially true for asphalt pavements that have poor sealcoating, or none at all. In fact, asphalt experiences a lot of common problems this time of year, all of which should be addressed and resolved once spring is official in swing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Continue reading to learn which types of asphalt problems are most expected this time of year, and what you should do if your asphalt pavements fit these descriptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIndianapolis Commercial Paving 317-549-1833<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Cracking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There are various types of cracking that can develop in\nasphalt surfaces. Alligator cracks, block cracks, traverse cracks, and edge\ncracks are among the most common. Alligator cracking occurs when the subgrade,\nlayers, or surface is either too weak or too thin to support the weight of\ntraffic. You can easily identify alligator cracks because they form interconnecting\nlines in a pattern that literally resembles alligator skin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Block cracks form in a pattern similar to alligator cracks,\nbut on a much larger scale. Traverse cracking refers to cracks that form in the\nopposite direction of the pavement. Generally, underlying foundation weaknesses\nand cracks are to blame for traverse cracking, as well as extreme temperature\nchanges. Edge cracks form along the edge of pavements as a result poor water drainage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Potholes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Potholes are one of the most destructive road defects that\ncan develop in asphalt pavement. They form mostly due to poor sealcoating or\nlack thereof, allowing water to seep deep down into the cracks and weaken the\nbase soil underneath. Water then freezes and thaws several times, which further\njeopardizes the ground level and solidity. As a result, the ground underneath\nexpands, which causes the pavement to rise, then the water thaws, causing the\nground to go back to normal. This cycle creates stability issues that\neventually lead to crumbling pavement or crater holes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Raveling and Rutting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Raveling is when pieces of asphalt begin to separate and form\nindentations in the surface of the pavement. It mostly occurs when asphalt is\ninstalled in weather that is too cold for proper curing. This is why it is\nimportant to hire a professional paving company for asphalt work. Rutting is\nform from traffic, and simply look like ruts, or wheel indents, in the road. Typically,\nthis occurs when lower layers shift due to moisture permeation or poor surface\nquality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Heaving and Depressions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Sinking and dipping can cause depressions in asphalt\npavements, and be a result of several circumstances. Most often, soil erosion\nbrought on by too much rainwater or precipitation over the winter season is to\nblame. As for heaving, raises and humps in asphalt are mostly caused by the\nexpansion of clay-based soils beneath the concrete, which occurs from moisture\naccumulation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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