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What Is An Overlay And When Is It The Best Option?

Overlay is a process that involves adding a new layer of asphalt to the current layer of asphalt or concrete. Overlay will boost safety along with curb appeal for a home or business owner. The overlay allows for a new asphalt without paying the big costs of new asphalt.

When can a homeowner or business have the option of doing an overlay to their current concrete or asphalt? A homeowner or business can do an overlay when the current concrete or asphalt is free from any drainage problems or a faulty surface.

Water drainage can be a factor to consider in an overlay process. The current asphalt and concrete must be able to drain the water. If the water drains right, then overlay can be applied to the current asphalt.

If there is a water drainage problem with the current asphalt, then this will need to be repaired before an overlay can be done. An asphalt contractor can take a look at the current concrete or asphalt and determine immediately if it is a good option for the overlay. If the water drainage issue is not repaired, the overlay will have no chance for success.

The current concrete or asphalt will have to be thoroughly cleaned and prepped for the overlay. This may involve filling any cracks. The cracks will need to be filled to prevent damage to the new overlay. The current asphalt will have a coat applied that will create a bond between the new and current asphalt. This application is vital for the overlay to be successful. A paving of asphalt will be added after the bonding has been applied, then paving will continue until the surface is smooth.

Overlay is an excellent option for homeowners and businesses. This allows for an inexpensive layer to be applied to improve your current asphalt. The appearance of the overlay will be fresh and new, adding years of life to the current asphalt. Many homeowners and businesses use the overlay process for cost efficient asphalt updates.

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How Long Should My Asphalt Last?

When you are asking an asphalt contractor questions about the installation process, one of the questions that should be asked is “how long should my asphalt last?” Asphalt is a big decision for you as a homeowner, and we understand that you want to make sure the asphalt will last for many years, because asphalt, although affordable, isn’t something you want to replace every few years.

Should an asphalt contractor tell a homeowner a certain amount of years that the asphalt should last them? What if the asphalt doesn’t last half the length of time? Will the homeowner blame the contractor for a short life asphalt?

The only time an asphalt contractor can be blamed for asphalt only lasting a few years is if the asphalt project was installed with low quality standards. Most homeowners can expect to get close to twenty years of life out of their asphalt before new work is necessary. If the asphalt only last a homeowner several years, then this is a definite indicator of a poor installation process, along with poor maintenance by the homeowner.

When the asphalt project is complete, the homeowner is responsible for the maintenance of the asphalt. The homeowner must keep the asphalt free from cracks and holes. To do this, a seal coating should be applied every two to three years.

After the asphalt is properly installed, the homeowner must complete routine checks and repairs. This will keep the asphalt in good working order and free from any water buildup or damage. The draining of the water is also essential for a good asphalt. If the homeowner notices that water stands on the surface of the asphalt, the homeowner needs to contact the asphalt contractor to check this problem.

Other than small repairs and fixes, the homeowner doesn’t have to do much to the asphalt. The asphalt can last twenty years or more for a well installed asphalt that has been properly taken care of. If you are unsure about what should be done to the asphalt, give your contractor a call as soon as possible!

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