Some asphalt problems can't be sealed or filled away. Potholes, sunken or soft areas, spiderweb cracking, and edges crumbling into the grass are signs that the base underneath has failed, often because water got in and freeze/thaw cycles did the rest. Patching the right way fixes the cause in that area, so you aren't repairing the same spot every spring.
A durable repair usually means cutting out the damaged section with clean, straight edges, digging out wet or weak base material, replacing and compacting stone, and placing new hot-mix asphalt. The seams are then sealed so water doesn't get back in. On drives with a handful of problem areas, patching can extend the life of the whole surface, and it's often the first step before resurfacing or sealcoating.
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Repair makes sense when problems are concentrated in a few areas and the rest of the driveway or lot is in fair shape. It's also the right first step before resurfacing or sealcoating. If failures are spread across most of the surface, a pro may recommend replacement instead, since patch after patch can cost more over time.
Every project is quoted on its own details. These are the things that move the number most, and we walk through each one with you on the estimate.
Several large patches take more cutting, base work, and asphalt than one small one.
Damage that reaches the base or subgrade means more digging and new stone.
If water is causing the failure, correcting grade or flow adds work but keeps the patch from failing.
Hot-mix repairs last longer but depend on plant availability and weather.
Bringing a crew, trucks, and equipment out is a cost even for a small repair.
Repairs in busy lots or at the street may need cones, phasing, or permits.
A short call is the quickest way to get going. Tell us about your asphalt project, and we’ll talk through options, what affects the cost, and next steps. Free, with no obligation.
Call now (614) 555-0105Usually because the patch filled the hole but didn't address why it formed. If the base underneath is wet or weak, or water keeps draining into that area, a filled pothole will break down again. A lasting repair removes the damaged area, rebuilds the base, and deals with drainage where possible.
Cold patch from a bag is generally a temporary fix that holds a pothole until a proper repair can be made. It's useful in winter, when hot-mix asphalt is hard to get. For a longer-lasting repair, the area is typically cut out and patched with hot-mix asphalt during the paving season.
Often, yes. Aprons take a beating from plows, turning cars, and water from the street. Because the apron usually sits in the public right-of-way, your city or township may require a permit or have rules about how it's built, so check with them before work is scheduled. A pro can explain the options during a free estimate.
Not exactly at first. New asphalt is darker than older pavement, so patches stand out, and the seams are visible after they're sealed. Sealcoating the whole surface after repairs evens out the color. If a uniform look matters, resurfacing after the repairs may be worth considering.
Available across the Columbus area. Homeowners ask about it often in Worthington, Lewis Center, Gahanna, Pickerington, Reynoldsburg and Groveport. Pick your town for local details, or see all service areas.
Full tear-out and replacement or a brand-new driveway, built on a graded, compacted stone base.
See details →A fresh layer of asphalt over a sound driveway, with patching and edge milling done first.
See details →A protective coat that shields asphalt from sun, water, and oil, applied after cleaning and crack filling.
See details →Cracks cleaned out and filled with flexible, hot-applied filler to keep water out of the base.
See details →Parking lots and private drives for businesses, churches, and HOAs, from new paving to upkeep plans.
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