Traffic, ground movement, stress, water and the freeze-thaw cycle all take an inevitable toll on paved surfaces, resulting in cracks. It is necessary to maintain all paved surfaces with timely repairs and Crack Sealing Boston, MA in order to prevent further damage. When cracks are sealed promptly, water is prevented from penetrating to the sub-base. Water that penetrates to the sub-base, is subject to freezing which expands the pavement, which makes the crack worse, and may cause additional damage. If not repaired, the surface will “alligator” and a pothole could develop. Repairs will then be more expensive, and eventually, if not tended to, the entire surface will need to be replaced.
Parking lots, driveways, garage floors, and outdoor basketball and tennis courts are but a few of the types of surfaces that will eventually need Crack Sealing Boston MA. Tennis courts in particular should be monitored for cracks that develop because an irregular playing surface has the potential to ruin a player’s game. Depending upon the degree of damage present, complete Tennis Court Resurfacing Boston might be necessary.
The process for Crack Sealing Boston MA is fairly simple. First, the crack must be cleaned of dirt, sand, leaves and so forth. This is done with a wire brush, with sandblasting, or the crack is blown free of debris with a high-pressure air lance. The sealant, which is either rubberized or of an asphalt base, is heated and applied to the crack with a pressure applicator. The sealant both fills and seals the crack. The sealant forms a strong bond with the the cracked pavement and cures there, creating a tough, resilient surface that resists deterioration while protecting the integrity of the surrounding area.
Pavement surfaces should be inspected annually for developing cracks in order to keep them in top condition. Proper maintenance of the surface and prompt attention to cracks will not only extend the life of the pavement, but will also cost less in the long run. Crack sealing is a relatively inexpensive process but replacing the entire surface is not. Routine maintenance of paved surfaces ensures that they will provide the maximum amount of use for the money invested.
