Asphalt Crack Sealing in Fayetteville, NC
Cracks are where asphalt damage starts. Rain runs into them, softens the base underneath, and the surface around the crack starts to break apart. Sealing cracks while they’re still narrow is the least expensive repair you can make on a driveway or lot.
Crack sealing is also the step that has to happen before sealcoating. Sealcoat alone won’t keep water out of an open crack.
How cracks are sealed
Cracks are cleaned out with air and wire brushes so the sealer can bond. Wider cracks may be routed first to give the sealer a clean channel. Then hot-pour rubberized sealant is applied, which stays flexible as the asphalt expands in the heat and shrinks on cooler nights.
Pourable sealers from the hardware store can work on a hairline crack or two, but they tend to shrink, crack, or pull loose within a season.
Which cracks can be sealed
- Long cracks across or along a driveway or lot
- Cracks along the seam between two paving passes
- Cracks at the joint with concrete, like a garage slab or curb
- Edge cracks before they break off
Which cracks can’t
Alligator cracking, the tight web of small cracks that looks like scales, means the base underneath has failed. Sealing over it won’t help for long. That area needs to be cut out and patched.
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Crack Sealing & Filling: common questions
How often should cracks be sealed?
Check your driveway or lot every year or two and seal new cracks as they open. Catching them early keeps patching costs down.
Will the sealed cracks show?
Yes, sealed cracks show as dark lines. Sealcoating over them afterward makes the surface look more uniform.
Serving Fayetteville and nearby towns
Crack Sealing & Filling is available throughout Fayetteville and the surrounding area. Find your town for local details.