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Even minor cracks can evolve into major structural threats under the pressure of winter weather. Earle American, serving throughout New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania, offers sealcoating and crack sealing\u00a0services to address damage before it escalates. Here, we cover a few of the most common threats to your asphalt pavement and how you can prevent serious damage with crack sealing.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCommon Threats to AsphaltAsphalt breaks down over time. Regular traffic\u00a0and exposure to weather elements\u00a0gradually take their toll, deteriorating your asphalt\u2019s surface course. Certain factors, however, may cause asphalt to deteriorate faster than usual. Common stressors for asphalt pavement include:Traffic VolumesThough strong, asphalt pavement is only designed to support weights under a certain limit. Driving or hauling weights above this limit, especially frequently, will put more stress on your road surface than it\u2019s rated to withstand. Excessive strain from constantly turning tires, heavier-than-expected loads, and heavier traffic volumes put added wear on your surface course.\u00a0Seasonal ChangesWinter weather brings snow, ice, road salt, and water run off\u00a0\u2013 all of which can be damaging to asphalt pavement. The constant cycle of freezing, melting, and re-freezing causes cracks to expand and expose subgrades to risk.\u00a0Ice also forms in existing cracks and potholes, expanding and turning formerly minor damage into serious structural concerns as subgrades become saturated and soft.\u00a0Incorrect ConstructionThough most damaging factors are related to usage or environment, sometimes the problem starts when the pavement is first installed. Premature deterioration from improper construction is often the result of improper subgrade compaction, poor drainage, or improper base thicknesses. This affects the pavement\u2019s ability to withstand external pressures. Poorly paved\u00a0parking lots are vulnerable to degradation. This is why it is important to work with an experienced company like Earle American to ensure the job is done correctly.\u00a0Poor MaintenanceThough poor construction can make pavement vulnerable, lack of\u00a0maintenance will destroy even the sturdiest of road surfaces. Once small cracks\u00a0form, water begins to infiltrate\u00a0the foundation. Expanding ice and operational pressures gradually deepen cracks. If property owners do not address minor damage as it develops, they may soon discover significant, costly\u00a0breakdowns.How Crack Sealing Protects AsphaltAll these threats become more severe if the\u00a0pavement is already cracked. A whole and unbroken asphalt surface has the strength and flexibility\u00a0to withstand various challenges and stresses. As damage begins to form, however, that integrity\u00a0is lost. This is why proactive maintenance and repair are imperative.Crack sealing allows property owners to address damage as it appears. This process uses a melter to melt hard rubber blocks into flowable liquid form. The liquid is\u00a0inserted directly into asphalt cracks via a wand applicator. The material fills the crack, forming a strong flexible\u00a0bond that restores pavement integrity and prevents water infiltration.This method is most effective as a proactive measure to prevent accelerated deterioration. It\u2019s meant to repair minor cracks before they expand and begin to threaten your pavement\u2019s integrity. Once cracks reach the base layers,\u00a0more aggressive \u2013 and expensive \u2013 emergency repair\u00a0becomes necessary.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPavement Sealing With Earle AmericanIf you are a property manager, business owner, or are otherwise responsible for a paved property in New Jersey or eastern Pennsylvania, it\u2019s your job to stay on top of crack repairs. Consider trusting Earle American as your partner. We have served our region for over 120 years with asphalt paving, bringing all the following benefits to our commercial customers:Experience: We maintain a team of over 200 highly skilled professionals who are knowledgeable about asphalt pavement and related services.Quality: Our team is backed up by a hard-working quality assurance department that ensures every job is completed to our exacting standards.Materials: We manufacture our own asphalt, giving us the reliable supply required to tackle big jobs with accurate estimates and a fast turnover.Values: We uphold core ideals of respect, honesty, accountability, and clear communication to build trust with our customers. We are also committed to ADA compliance.When you partner with Earle American, you receive the assurance of fair dealings, fast response times, and a high-quality finished product that will withstand the challenges of New Jersey winters.Protect Your PavementWhen it comes to asphalt crack sealing, the sooner you act, the more damage you can prevent to your pavement. Earle American delivers crack sealing and other asphalt services to customers throughout New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania. Contact us\u00a0today or call (856) 456-2899\u00a0to learn more.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/earleamerican.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"How Crack Sealing Prevents Asphalt Deterioration","item":"https:\/\/earleamerican.com\/blog\/how-crack-sealing-prevents-asphalt-deterioration\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]