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CRACK & JOINT SEALING
All pavements develop cracks eventually. The point at which cracks develop is dependent upon many factors including design life, traffic loading, weather fluctuations, sub base conditions, and a myriad of minor factors.
Cracks are a pavement's way of telling you that maintenance is needed. Cracks that are open allow moisture to easily penetrate into the pavement sub base and start to compromise its integrity. Sealing cracks is a relatively inexpensive way to keep your pavement in a serviceable condition for a much longer period of time. Cracks can only be sealed effectively, however, in the early stages before "spider web" or "alligator" patterns develop which is a sign of a more advance failure.
When cracks start to develop in your pavement, ask your Pavement Network professional to inspect your parking lot and make a no-charge recommendation for maintenance and/or repairs. As with most things, a little money spent early on can push off expenditures down the road. A Pavement Network professional can also tell you which type of crack sealing is right for your job.
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