How Do You Fill Cracks In Concrete And Asphalt?
Cracks in paved areas can not only look unsightly, but they can undermine the structural integrity of the surface over time causing it to break or shift. Repaired cracks will eventually crack again, but you can delay full replacement of the area by filling them. First find out how deep your cracks are. If they are superficial and do not go all the way down, you can fill them directly with fillers. Clean out all cracks of dirt, dust, vegetation and any other materials. If your cracks are deep you may need to use high pressure water. Remove all weeds completely. In cold climates, do these repairs when weather is still warm. Larger cracks will probably be at least 1/2″ deep and penetrate to the base material under your paving. If your cracks are so deep as to allow water to create pockets beneath, you will want fill the area below before filling the crack. Sweep sand slowly into the hole and let it trickle down until the hole beneath is filled up. Add water to compress the sand and to mak
