ASPHALT PAVING & REPAIRS

When asphalt is left unsealed to bake in the sun, ultraviolet rays destroy the strength and flexibility of the asphalt, leaving it brittle causing cracks and stone pops. These cracks,

and pits, absorb water from rain and melting snow. When this water freezes, it expands, widening the cracks and deteriorating the surface. Unsealed asphalt is also vulnerable to gas and oil leaks, which soften and pit the surface. If left unsealed, your valuable, smooth asphalt quickly becomes a rugged, crater-filled terrain!

Effects of Freeze-Thaw

[click here to see examples of actual damage]

First Stage
Sunlight and oxidation weaken the asphalt binder that holds the blacktop surface together.

Second Stage
The surface becomes brittle, tiny hairline cracks appear. Aggregate raveling creates rough patches on the surface.

Third Stage
Cracks deepen into the subsurface, further damaging the integrity of the asphalt. Water penetration and the freeze/thaw cycle widen cracks.

Click here to see samples of paving and repairs AIM has done

	Paving & Repair Sealcoating Infrared Repair Manhole Repair Crack Sealing Striping Court Coating Lot Sweeping Snowplowing Grounds Maintenance	ASPHALT PAVING & REPAIRS When asphalt is left unsealed to bake in the sun, ultraviolet rays destroy the strength and flexibility of the asphalt, leaving it brittle causing cracks and stone pops. These cracks, and pits, absorb water from rain and melting snow. When this water freezes, it expands, widening the cracks and deteriorating the surface. Unsealed asphalt is also vulnerable to gas and oil leaks, which soften and pit the surface. If left unsealed, your valuable, smooth asphalt quickly becomes a rugged, crater-filled terrain! Effects of Freeze-Thaw [click here to see examples of actual damage] First Stage Sunlight and oxidation weaken the asphalt binder that holds the blacktop surface together. Second Stage The surface becomes brittle, tiny hairline cracks appear. Aggregate raveling creates rough patches on the surface. Third Stage Cracks deepen into the subsurface, further damaging the integrity of the asphalt. Water penetration and the freeze/thaw cycle widen cracks. Click here to see samples of paving and repairs AIM has done back to top
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