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Repairing cracks is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure the longevity of your asphalt surface. Doing so protects it against the natural forces that can penetrate the asphalt, worsen cracks, and lead to potholes and foundational issues, which are even costlier to repair. Given its importance, many are curious about how to repair cracks to get the optimal result, prompting the question: “When should I repair a crack?”

With the sun, rain, ice and traffic constantly assaulting your asphalt surface, cracks developing in the blacktop is an all too common experience for countless property owners and managers – one that can lead to greater damage and even hazardous conditions!

When they do appear, it’s important to repair them as soon as possible to prevent them from worsening and leading to more extensive, and expensive, repairs. Doing so effectively requires the right preparation—otherwise, you'll be wasting your time and your asphalt will continue to deteriorate. 

Here are several useful tips to help you properly prepare a crack for filling:

Asphalt pavements generally last anywhere between 10 to 30 years when installed correctly. But rainwater, sunlight, motor oil, and heavy foot/vehicular traffic can drastically cut down your parking lot or driveway's lifespan. 

Asphalt cracks are the first sign that a driveway or a parking lot is deteriorating. But that doesn't mean it's time to have the pavement replaced entirely.

Stop alligator cracks with gator pave. This patch coating blocks water and readies the surface for sealcoating.

Planning to repair your asphalt driveway on your own? Or maybe you're a new contractor and you're looking for a comprehensive asphalt crack cleaning guide? Then check out our handy asphalt preparation guide below.

Crack filling machines are easy to use, and make sure that you and your crew are efficient. But do you know how to use it properly so you can get the most out of it? If the answer is no, then check out our tips below to learn how to use a crack filling machine the right way.

As an asphalt maintenance contractor, you're bombarded with questions about sealcoating and crack filling prices every time you talk to prospective clients. But since no two parking lots are alike, so you're always left scratching your head when it's time to give your client an estimate. To make it easier for new contractors like you, we at Asphalt Kingdom have come up with a blog post about the factors you must consider when pricing a crack sealing job. Let's get started.

Repairing cracks is easy, but problems do pop up once in a while. Crack repair problems are annoying, but they're not the end of the world. The good news is you can rectify these problems, and you can troubleshoot asphalt crack repair problems like a pro with our helpful guide.

Asphalt crack repair isn't just about filling cracks—it's about extending pavement life, preventing costly replacements, and doing the job right the first time. Whether you're a contractor, property manager, or DIYer, understanding the fundamentals is key to long-lasting, professional results.

Here are the four golden rules of asphalt crack repair that every pavement professional should follow—plus when to upgrade to mastics for more serious damage.