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Posted on: 21 December 2015

Although asphalt paving is a durable investment for your driveway, this does not mean that is exempt from wear and tear. Since pavement resurfacing can prove to be a costly affair, it is always best to try to keep you paving in the best condition possible. Here are some handy tips that can help you in extending the life of your asphalt paving.

Be wary of the different load weights you expose your asphalt paving to.

In general, asphalt paving can handle the weight of regular sized vehicles without it exhibiting signs of stress. However, it should be noted that this type of paving is not suited to handle the weight of large vehicles such as garbage trucks. If such vehicles need to gain access to your property, it is best to limit it to the entrance of your property rather than having them regularly drive on the surface of the paving. The greater the amount of weight the asphalt paving is exposed to, the higher the chances that it will begin to crack under the pressure. Thus causing it to require asphalt repairs before its time.

Address drainage problems post haste.

Another concern you should have when it comes to your asphalt paving is moisture. Improper drainage will lead to water seepage into the base of the paving. As this moisture accumulates over time, it begins to compromise the structural integrity of your paving. It then begins to shows signs of water damage through the development of potholes, cracks and more. If you notice water pooling around the base of the paving, it is best to call in professional contractors who can devise ways of routing the water away from the asphalt paving before it poses a serious risk to its life span.

Fill cracks in the paving as needed.

Cracks will develop in paving over time, no matter what material you use. The trick to ensuring that these cracks do not permanently damage your asphalt paving is ensuring that they are filled as soon as you notice them. When left undeterred, these cracks begin to collect moisture. The moisture then leads to the cracks expanding hence leading to larger holes in your asphalt paving. Over time, they then cause you to need pavement resurfacing when the problem could have easily been stopped by filling the cracks as they occurred.

Invest in seal coating for your asphalt paving.

Seal coating provides your asphalt paving with protection from the various weather elements that it is exposed to. Excessive exposure to a combination of ultra violet rays from the sun, moisture and oxygen in the air can cause your asphalt paving to become brittle due to oxidization. Additionally, a seal coating will also protect your asphalt paving from seepage hence extending its life span.