Asphalt Paving Questions & Answers
Straight answers to the questions Bucks County and Philadelphia property owners ask us most about paving, repairs, sealcoating, parking lots, and concrete work. Don’t see yours? Call (215) 752-2346.
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General Asphalt Services
What areas does Asphalt Services serve?
Asphalt Services serves residential and commercial properties throughout Bucks County and Philadelphia, including communities such as Langhorne, Levittown, Doylestown, Bensalem, Bristol, Yardley, Newtown, Feasterville, Richboro, Warminster, Morrisville, and surrounding areas. Contact the company if you would like to confirm service availability for a specific property.
Does Asphalt Services handle residential and commercial projects?
Yes. Asphalt Services provides paving, repair, maintenance, line striping, and related services for residential and commercial properties. Residential work commonly includes driveways and repairs, while commercial work can include parking lots, pavement maintenance, striping, and related concrete improvements.
Do you provide free asphalt estimates?
Yes. Asphalt Services offers free, no-obligation estimates. The team can evaluate the property, discuss the work being considered, and provide recommendations based on the existing pavement condition and project requirements.
Paving & Driveways
How do I know whether my asphalt needs repair, resurfacing, or replacement?
The decision depends largely on the extent of the deterioration and the condition of the underlying pavement structure. Isolated cracks and potholes may be repairable, while widespread surface wear with a sound base may make resurfacing an option. Extensive structural deterioration or base failure may require replacement. A pavement assessment can help determine the appropriate approach.
How long does an asphalt paving project take?
Many residential driveway projects can be completed within one or two working days, although preparation, project size, weather, drainage work, and site conditions can affect the schedule. Larger commercial projects may require additional time or phased work. Asphalt Services provides a project-specific timeline during the estimating and scheduling process.
How soon can I drive on newly paved asphalt?
Asphalt needs time to cool and harden after installation. Asphalt Services generally recommends waiting at least 24 to 48 hours before driving or parking on newly paved asphalt, with project-specific instructions provided when the work is completed.
Repairs & Maintenance
Should I repair small cracks in asphalt?
Yes. Small cracks can allow water to enter the pavement and contribute to additional deterioration. Treating appropriate cracks before they widen can be part of a preventive maintenance strategy and may help reduce the need for more extensive repairs later. Learn more about crack filling and pothole repair.
Does sealcoating repair cracks and potholes?
No. Sealcoating is a surface-protection treatment, not a structural repair. Cracks, potholes, and failed pavement should be addressed separately before sealcoating when appropriate. The services can often be coordinated as part of a broader maintenance project.
When should a pothole be repaired?
Potholes should generally be addressed before they grow larger or allow additional water to reach the pavement base. The proper repair depends on the size of the damaged area, surrounding pavement condition, weather, and whether the underlying base has also deteriorated.
Sealcoating
What does sealcoating do for asphalt?
Sealcoating applies a protective coating over an existing asphalt surface. It helps protect the pavement surface from weathering and normal environmental exposure while restoring a darker, more uniform appearance. It should be considered preventive maintenance rather than a solution for structural pavement failure.
Can a badly damaged driveway be fixed with sealcoating?
No. Sealcoating should not be used as a substitute for repairing significant cracks, potholes, base failure, or severely deteriorated asphalt. If the pavement has substantial structural damage, repair, resurfacing, or replacement may need to be completed first.
Should cracks be repaired before a driveway is sealcoated?
Yes, appropriate cracks should generally be treated before the sealcoat is applied. This helps address openings where water can enter the pavement rather than simply coating over them.
Commercial Parking Lots
Do you provide asphalt services for commercial parking lots?
Yes. Asphalt Services provides commercial parking lot paving, asphalt repairs, sealcoating, line striping, and maintenance services throughout Bucks County and Philadelphia.
Can parking lot repairs be completed without closing the entire property?
Depending on the scope and layout, many commercial projects can be completed in phases. This can allow sections of the lot to remain accessible while work is performed elsewhere. Asphalt Services can discuss traffic flow and scheduling requirements before the project begins.
Do you provide parking lot line striping?
Yes. Asphalt Services provides parking-space striping, directional markings, accessible-space markings, and other pavement markings for commercial properties. Striping can be performed after paving, resurfacing, or sealcoating, or as a stand-alone maintenance service.
Concrete & Related Work
Do you provide concrete work along with asphalt paving?
Yes. Asphalt Services provides complementary concrete services including sidewalks, driveway aprons, curbing, walkways, and pads. Coordinating asphalt and concrete work can be useful when both surfaces are part of the same improvement project.
Can you replace the concrete apron at the end of my driveway?
Yes. Asphalt Services installs and replaces concrete driveway aprons. The existing condition, drainage, elevation, and transition between the apron and asphalt driveway should be evaluated before installation.
Getting Started
What should I expect during an asphalt estimate?
The estimator will review the property and the condition of the existing pavement, discuss the problems or improvements you want to address, and determine what preparation and paving or maintenance work may be needed. Asphalt Services can then provide a recommendation and project estimate based on the scope of work.