What causes cracked asphalt?
• Cracks usually form in asphalt due to aging and poor maintenance. Vehicular traffic and weather extremes cause asphalt surfaces to expand and contract creating cracks. It is important to fill and repair these cracks as soon as they form to preserve pavement life. Additionally, slurry seal should be applied to all pavement surfaces every two years to maintain the waterproofing and flexility characteristics of asphalt.