As a property owner, maintaining the exterior of your property, specifically your driveway, parking lot or private roads, requires regular maintenance. Although asphalt is a durable material and can withstand quite a bit of abuse from vehicles and outdoor elements; it still needs to be maintained. The constant use, traffic exposure and natural aging often leads to cracks and potholes. When they appear, many people are tempted to either repair them as a DIY project or contract the lowest priced temporary solution provider for repairs in order to save money. However, going with professional asphalt repair will actually save you money in the long run.

In this post, we will discuss why property owners should consider professional asphalt repair that offer long-term saving and give you solid reasons to not settle with quick fixes.

1. Expertise and Precision: The Importance of Professional       Knowledge

While it may be tempting to try and save some money by doing the repairs yourself, oftentimes you don’t have the knowledge required for a long-term fix. Professional asphalt contractors are trained and experienced in diagnosing and repairing your asphalt properly. They can spot other problems an untrained eye might miss, such as subgrade damage, drainage issues or if your project requires a complete resurfacing rather than just a repair.

An experienced asphalt repair professional also understands that different weather conditions call for different techniques and that approach differs depending on whether your surface is mainly used by heavy trucks or simple car traffic. They’ll know when to add an extra layer, whether it’s sand, gravel or sealer before adding the final top layer of asphalt so you get the best results possible.

Ensure you properly prepare the surface before installing the new asphalt

Use good materials that will last longer

Make repairs that can hold up under heavy vehicle loadings and a lifetime of freeze-thaw cycles or other environmental assaults.

Doing it right the first time costs less than doing it over.

2. Quality Materials and Equipment: A Better, Longer-Lasting Solution

One of the major benefits to hiring a professional asphalt repair service is access to high quality materials and state-of-the-art equipment. If you are thinking that you can go out and buy a patching kit from your local hardware store, think again. The asphalt and tools that professionals use will not be comparable.

Professionals Can:

Use long lasting, weather resistant asphalt mixes

Use heavy duty equipment for accurate installation and compaction

It’s the right depth and compaction that creates a surface that is smooth, stable and durable. 

It may not be obvious to the average person, but we take great care in using only top materials and equipment. Repairs that last years longer under all types of traffic and weather conditions. Saving you from repeated repairs or replacements.

3. Time Savings: Fast and Efficient Repairs

Time is money, and professional asphalt repair services are designed to save you both. DIY repairs can take hours or days to complete (especially if this is your first time), but professional repair teams can usually complete the work much faster and with less hassle on your part.

They have the manpower, industry expertise, and tools necessary to also work on larger projects without sacrificing quality.

What’s more is that a professionally paved area will be worked on after work hours or during weekends when possible, so you’ll hardly notice we were there!

4. Long-Term Cost Efficiency: Preventing Larger Problems

Preventing Water Damage: Water can seep into subgrade and cause the entire pavement structure to fail. Cracks and potholes are the “front doors” to this damage, if not properly sealed water will penetrate into the subgrade and over time erode your pavement from beneath the surface.

Withstanding Durability: Competitive edge repairs restore load transfer reducing further reflective cracking in the competing slab thereby increasing your pavements structural capacity life-cycle; thus, saving you $$$$$ by not having to prematurely re-surface or replace.

Reducing Maintenance Needs: Most likely a professional repair will be longer lasting, which means less repairs in the future. The upfront investment of a proper fix now could add years to your asphalt.

5. Enhanced Curb Appeal and Safety

For residential properties, the first thing people see when they arrive at your home is the driveway. If it’s old, cracked and damaged that may be the only thing they’ll take away from visiting your home, not to mention it can decrease property value. 

When we’re talking about commercial businesses a damaged parking lot or delivery area will cause an immediate negative impression on a customers mind and divert them to a competitor before they’ve even walked through the doors of your business.  Potholes and uneven surfaces are also safety concerns leading to potential accidents, injuries and liability.

Professional asphalt repair certainly enhances the curb appeal of your property. You will enjoy a beautiful new appearance and have customers raving at how well you take care of your business. However, the added appeal also provides a smooth even surface for vehicles and pedestrians. 

6. Peace of Mind: Guaranteed Workmanship

When you hire a professional asphalt repair company, you are also getting their warranty on the work they complete. This means that if something does go wrong with the repair within a certain period of time, the contractor will fix it for you free of charge. The peace of mind this can provide is absolutely priceless when you factor in how much money failed DIY repairs or shoddy work from an unqualified contractor could potentially cost you.

On the other hand, not only do DIY repairs take up your valuable time but they also run the risk of failing early which would mean more repairs and more frustration!

Conclusion

When it comes to property management, the long-term return is well worth the initial investment. And with professional asphalt repair services, you get all of the above and more, making their overall value an easy choice for any property owner or manager.

Your property is a reflection of you and your business. Don’t hesitate to call in the pros when maintaining it—after all, you’ve got plenty of other things to worry about!

Looking for Professional Asphalt Repair Services?

If you notice cracks, potholes or general wear and tear on your asphalt surfaces that need expert repair. Look no further than Sure-Seal Pavement Maintenance Inc. With over 20 years of experience in asphalt repairs among other paving services, we’re confident our work says more than words ever could. Contact us today!