Moisture No
Think of rain as your asphalt arch enemy. It can cause major setting issue and in some cases, wear it down over time. If your asphalt is cracked in any way, rain has a better chance of penetrating and causing major structural issues down the road. If you have a steep driveway, the rain can cause the liquid asphalt which is the bonding factor in the asphalt to we rained away. As this washes away, you’ll eventually be left with just aggregate and rocks.
Temperature Check
The winter plays a significant part in the life and durability of your asphalt. Ever notice that potholes tend to appear more after a big winter storm? As temperatures drop, cracks are more likely to occur, and as rain or snow falls, the water seeps into these cracks. Once the water has made its way into the asphalt, it freezes and expands causing a bigger deeper issue, that can eventually become one big giant flat tire causing pothole. Though warm weather is best for setting a new driveway, extreme heat can still lead to cracks, and though water might not freeze, it can still seep in and result in erosion, air gaps, and possible corrosion and sagging.
Protect and Prevent
Though you can’t control mother nature, you can at least prepare for it! Prepping your asphalt and keeping it properly maintained will allow it to have a fighting chance. Seal coat it every few years, repair cracks when you first see them and when installing a new driveway, be sure to let it sit for a few days, and be sure to redo it on a rain-free weekend!
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