Asphalt Overlay

Asphalt Overlay Services in Northern Colorado

Just because your pavement is starting to look worn down, doesn’t mean you need to do a complete overhaul. If your surface still has a good base but has a few potholes, cracks, or uneven sections, asphalt overlay could be the most cost-effective option to get your pavement looking good as new.

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What Is an Asphalt Overlay?

An asphalt overlay involves adding a new layer of pavement over an existing, worse-for-wear surface. An overlay is typically between 1.5 to 3 inches thick and provides a new, smooth appearance for your existing driveway, parking lot, road, or paved area.

The Benefits of Asphalt Overlay

An overlay offers a nice middle ground between individual crack repair and entirely repaving. It adds durability and strength to well-used pavement while avoiding the cost and disruption of a complete asphalt replacement. So how is an asphalt overlay different from some other pavement repair services?

Asphalt Overlay vs. Sealcoating:
While sealcoating and an overlay are both great ways to extend the life of existing pavement, they serve two different purposes. Sealcoating adds a layer of protection to shield asphalt from UV rays, salt, gasoline, or harsh weather elements. It’s more of a preventative measure than reparative.

Overlay vs. Patching:
If your lot or drive only has a few cracks or holes, patching may be adequate to restore your current pavement. If the surface has become uneven, or there are several damaged areas, an overlay is a great option for repairing a widespread area.

Our Process

With three decades of experience under our belt, we have our asphalt overlay procedure down to a science.

Materials
The material will be a fresh, densely graded, hot asphalt plant mix that meets or exceeds Colorado State Highway Specifications. We’re happy to provide manufacturer certification upon request.
Surface Preparation
The area will be swept and blown clean, to ensure proper adhesion. After the repair area is clean and dry, a tack coat of emulsified asphalt will be applied to the surface at a rate of 0.05 gallons per square yard.
Clean Up
Any debris resulting from the process will be removed upon completion.

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Is Asphalt Overlay a Good Fit for Your Project?

If I have large potholes, am I still a candidate for asphalt overlay?

After assessing your surface, an Asphalt Doctor team member will recommend the best option for your pavement. Even if you do have a few major potholes or other defects, they may be able to be patched prior to the overlay.

What if I have severe alligatoring (interconnected cracks)?

In the case of a wide network of cracks throughout the surface, we recommend using petromat fabric with the overlay. Application of the fabric includes spraying the chosen area with an asphaltic cement tack coat. After the binder has been sprayed, the fabric shall be unrolled or hand placed on the binder as smoothly as possible.

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Why Choose Asphalt Doctors for Your Overlay?

An investment in your pavement is an investment in your home, business, or property. Our many years of experience means we not only have high standards for our work but we get the job done right the first time. Contact us today to schedule your asphalt overlay or get your asphalt paving questions answered.