New Asphalt Paving in Flagstaff, AZ can last a good long time, usually 15 to 20 years, if it is taken care of properly. But the actual lifespan of new asphalt paving can change. It depends on how much traffic uses the pavement and what the ground underneath, the subgrade, is like. The important thing for your asphalt paving to last is getting the initial installation done right. This means making sure the base is prepared correctly and compacted well. If the base is not done right, it can cause early problems with the asphalt paving structure. Regular sealcoating also helps a lot. We recommend sealcoating your asphalt paving every 3 to 5 years. This sealcoating protects the surface of the asphalt paving from damage caused by the sun's UV rays and from water getting into it. Both UV damage and water intrusion are big problems for asphalt paving in Flagstaff's climate. The high elevation in Flagstaff means the UV radiation is very strong, and it can dry out the asphalt binder quickly. Without this regular maintenance, the life of your new asphalt paving can be much shorter. This is because Flagstaff has harsh freeze-thaw cycles and very intense summer sun. These weather conditions are hard on asphalt paving in Flagstaff. Flagstaff Asphalt Solutions provides New Asphalt Paving services for homes and businesses in Flagstaff, AZ.

The best time of year to pave Asphalt in Flagstaff is usually from late spring through early fall. This means May through October is when we do most of our Asphalt Paving work in Flagstaff. During this time, the temperatures stay above 50°F consistently. This temperature is very important for the Asphalt to compact correctly and cure right. If we pave when it is too cold, the Asphalt can get thermal cracks. It can also have poor material adhesion, which means the pavement will not last as long. Flagstaff Asphalt Solutions watches the weather forecasts very closely to make sure we have the best conditions for each Asphalt Paving project. We do not want sudden temperature drops or heavy rain when we are paving. We make sure the Asphalt will hold up for many years in the Flagstaff climate.

The process for Asphalt Driveway Repair in Flagstaff starts with an assessment. We identify the type of damage and how bad it is. This damage can be cracks, potholes, or alligatoring. For small cracks in your Flagstaff asphalt, we use hot-applied crack filler. This crack filler seals the pavement. It also stops water from getting in, which helps prevent freeze-thaw damage that is common in Flagstaff. Potholes are repaired by cutting out the damaged section of the asphalt. We then prepare the base and fill it with hot-mix asphalt. After that, we compact it so it is flush with the existing surface. For a lot of damage, like alligator cracking, a full-depth patch might be needed. Sometimes, a resurfacing overlay is necessary after milling the top layer of the asphalt. This restores the structural integrity of the asphalt and gives it a smooth finish. Flagstaff Asphalt Solutions provides Asphalt Driveway Repair services for homes in Flagstaff, AZ.

Asphalt cracks in Flagstaff, AZ happen for a few main reasons. The biggest issue is the big temperature changes we see here. Asphalt expands when it gets hot and contracts when it gets cold. These large temperature swings, especially between day and night and across the seasons in Flagstaff, make the asphalt material expand and contract a lot. This creates stress inside the Asphalt, which then leads to Asphalt cracking. Once these Asphalt cracks form, water can get into them. When that water freezes, it expands. This expansion pushes the Asphalt apart, making the cracks wider and causing more damage. This also weakens the ground underneath the Asphalt. Another problem in Flagstaff is the strong UV radiation we get at our high altitude. This intense UV light breaks down the binder in the Asphalt. This makes the Asphalt more brittle, so it cracks easier. To help stop these Asphalt cracking problems in Flagstaff, it is important to have good drainage. A well-built base layer under the Asphalt is also important to handle these effects. Flagstaff Asphalt Solutions provides Asphalt services for homes and businesses in Flagstaff.

For Asphalt in Flagstaff, a solid base preparation is very important because of the clay soils and the heavy snow we get. We dig out the area to a good depth. Then we put in at least 6 to 8 inches of packed Aggregate Base Course. This could be ABC or crushed recycled concrete. This base layer gives the Asphalt structural support. It spreads out the weight evenly. This also stops the ground underneath from failing. In parts of Flagstaff with really bad soil, Flagstaff Asphalt Solutions might also use geotextile fabrics. We also use soil stabilization methods like lime or cement treatment. This makes the ground hold more weight and helps with moisture problems. This makes sure the Asphalt layers have a stable foundation.