Hot Crack Sealing Before Winter

Why Should You Do Hot Crack Sealing Before Winter?

Asphalt on roads and pavements is highly susceptible to temperature variations. In extremely hot weather, the surface can become soft while it can harden and become brittle in the cold weather. Unsurprisingly, winter isn’t kind to these surfaces and the freeze and thaw can ruin it, and lead to expensive repairs. That’s why we at Smith’s Paving and  Sealcoating highly recommend hot crack sealing on your parking lot before the winter season.

Why Should You Do It?

Many people are reluctant to take on the added expense just before the holiday season because for some business owners this is the lean season. They would rather wait until after winter has passed before fixing all accumulated damage.

Here are some reasons why you shouldn’t put off this repair:

• Existing Cracks Will Worsen - All existing cracks in the surface will worsen during the harsh New York winter so it’s essential to get parking lot repair done before the cold season sets in. You should fill in all cracks and seal the surface.
• Lack of Sealing Would Cause Damage - If you don’t seal the surface of the pavement moisture from the snow, the snow melt would sink into the surface and damage the pavement from within. The freeze and thaw of this trapped moisture would lead to more cracks and problems. If the damage is too severe, you might need to replace your entire pavement, which can be expensive.
• Fall is the Ideal Time for Repairs - Fall is a great time for outdoor repairs because the weather is more accommodating. The temperature isn’t as cold as winter or hot as summer and there’s a very low likelihood of rain. As parking lot striping and other such repairs require a dry surface, this is essential.
• Hot Crack Sealing isn’t That Expensive - This repair isn’t very expensive, especially if the damage to the surface is low. Small regular repairs are more practical and affordable than big repairs after months and years of damage.

If you get the parking lot repair done now, your pavement would be ready for the New York winter and won’t give you many problems down the line.

If you have any questions about hot crack sealing and repairs, don’t hesitate to contact us at Smith’s Paving and Sealcoating. You can call us at 518 266 9526 or fill in this contact us form. We’ll reply as soon as we can.