Asphalt is made up of liquid tar that is composed of various sizes of stone, sand, liquid asphalt, and other ingredients, that over time needs time to harden and cure after paving. That’s why proper care and maintenance is essential to extend the life of your newly paved asphalt surface.
Your driveway or parking lot will be fully cured in 24 months. Until then, it will remain pliable and soft. We recommend keeping automobiles off the paved surface for at least seven days, longer in warmer weather. Please note, despite the curing process, your asphalt can soften or harden during extreme temperature fluctuations. To help mediate asphalt softening in hot weather, cool it down with a garden hose. Don’t be alarmed if soap suds appear. This is a reaction between the diesel fuel found in asphalt and the chlorine found in some city water.
To avoid scarring, maintain a slow, steady speed taking care not to pull out or in too quickly, or drive too fast on your asphalt surface. During the initial curing time, do not park in the same spot and don’t use a jack stand or car ramp without a piece of plywood underneath the distribute weight. Do not turn your steering wheel back and forth when the car is parked. Large, heavy vehicles can depress causing ruts in your new blacktop. Keep heavy trucks – concrete, oil, landscaping, etc. – off your new paved surface. If storing a camper or other vehicles for a long period of time, place a durable piece of plywood under the tongue jack and tires.
Do not walk on your new paved surface with cleats or high heels; do not place lawn chairs, bicycle kick stands, or any other sharp object on the driveway as this can create holes and depressions.
The edges are the weakest part of your driveway due to lack of side support. Do not drive on the edges as they can crack or crumble over time. Building up the sides of your driveway with topsoil will support the edges after the grass is grown.
For more questions on maintaining your newly paved asphalt surface, contact the professional asphalt contractors at Minnesota Roads & Parking Lots. We are always here to help
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The appearance of your paved asphalt surface may vary in some areas because of the makeup of the asphalt. Asphalt areas that have been raked and spread with hand tools may appear different in texture from those spread by equipment. For a long-lasting smooth appearance, it’s important to avoid gasoline, oil, anti-freeze, power steering and transmission fluid spills and leaks. These will dilute the liquid asphalt in your blacktop. Any hole left by these spills should be filled with a cold patch. Any hairline cracks that may develop due to contraction or expansion of the asphalt should be filled with crack filler. These products can be purchased from your local home improvement store.
At MRP Asphalt, we take pride in delivering asphalt repair and maintenance that goes beyond a fresh look—it’s lasting protection for your pavement. With years of experience serving Arizona, our team understands how tough the local climate can be on asphalt. That’s why we use only top-quality materials, perform thorough prep work, and tailor each job to your surface’s needs. From driveways to commercial lots, we focus on durability, safety, and curb appeal, all at a fair price. With MRP Asphalt, you can count on professional service, minimal disruption, and results that protect your investment for years to come.
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