Asphalt Crack Filling and Sealing
Fill the cracks before they grow.
Free Estimate: (410) 212-8084South State Paving fills cracks in asphalt driveways and parking lots, on their own or as the first step before sealcoating. George Cooper, the owner, is a fourth-generation paver. South State Paving is family owned and operated, the owners are on site on jobs, and the company holds Maryland Home Improvement Commission license #05-169105.
What SealMaster says about crack filling
SealMaster, a pavement maintenance manufacturer, says hot rubberized crack sealant is ideally applied when the air temperature is between 45 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit in areas with cold winters, because cracks open wider in cooler weather. It says hot-pour material can go down as low as 40 degrees, while cold-applied fillers, common on home driveways, need warm, dry weather.
SealMaster says cold-applied filler should cure 24 hours before traffic, hot-pour material 15 to 20 minutes, and that periodic crack filling and sealcoating will more than double the life of asphalt pavement.
Sources
- SealMaster, How to repair cracks in asphalt pavement
- SealMaster, Sealcoating FAQ
Crack Filling step-by-step
We walk the property with you and explain every step before work starts.
SealMaster says the surface must be clean and oil or grease spots treated with a primer before sealing.
SealMaster says cracks should be filled before the sealer goes down.
SealMaster recommends two coats of sealer, at 50 degrees and rising for 24 hours.
SealMaster says to give the final coat 24 hours before traffic.
“Was very fast and efficient.”
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Crack Filling FAQs
What is the best time of year to fill cracks?
SealMaster says hot rubberized crack sealant is ideally applied between 45 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit in areas with cold winters, because cracks are open wider in cooler weather.
How soon can I drive on filled cracks?
SealMaster says cold-applied filler should cure 24 hours before traffic, and hot-pour material should cool 15 to 20 minutes.
Should cracks be filled before sealcoating?
Yes. SealMaster's sealcoating guidance says cracks should be filled before the sealer is applied.