Pavement Maintenance Tips for Summer

Is your pavement protected against grueling heat, intense sunlight, and heavy storms of summer? The upcoming season can really take a toll on asphalt. Prevent premature deterioration and keep your asphalt looking its best with these pavement maintenance tips for summer from American Asphalt, the Bay Area’s trusted asphalt maintenance company.

Perform an Asphalt Inspection

Regular pavement inspections are essential to spotting early signs of trouble that can worsen in summer heat. Watch for these signs that your commercial asphalt needs attention to maximize your investment and keep it in peak condition throughout the season:

• Pavement fading or discoloration
• Asphalt cracking
• Potholes
• Water accumulation
• Warped or softened asphalt
• Raveling (loose gravel)

Regularly Clean Your Pavement

Routine sweeping and power washing remove contaminants like oil and gas and reduce the risk of asphalt discoloration and breakdown from harsh chemicals. It also facilitates better drainage to safeguard your pavement against water infiltration and allows you to spot pavement damage more easily.

Address Commercial Asphalt Repair Issues Quickly

Timely repairs prevent asphalt damage from growing deeper and more costly. These include:

• Crack and pothole filling to stop water from infiltrating pavement sublayers
• Pavement resurfacing for oxidized, raveled asphalt to avoid early replacement
• Drainage improvements like slope adjustments and curbing to facilitate proper water flow and prevent puddling

Add a Layer of Sealcoating Protection

Summer is the ideal time to seal your commercial asphalt to protect it against oxidation, water infiltration, UV damage, and roadway chemicals. This maintenance task is one of the easiest, most affordable ways to keep your asphalt looking its best year-round. Our commercial pavement maintenance experts recommend applying a layer every 1-3 years, depending on traffic and use.

Beat the Heat with Regular Summer Pavement Maintenance

Ensure beautiful, safe, lasting asphalt with these pavement maintenance tips for summer from American Asphalt. Contact us at 510-723-0280 to schedule asphalt repairs and preventative care today.