What is the best way to fix a pot hole?
There are several factors when determining the best way to repair a pothole. From an owners standpoint, the two most important are price and repair longevity. The important thing to remember is that by fixing the problem the correct way the first time, you save money in the long run (although you might spend more up front). While there are limited applications for using skin patches as a temporary fix – it is not the answer to your problem. It is similar to putting a band-aid on a cut made by a chainsaw – it just isn’t going to do the job. In addition to not working, surface drainage may be hindered exacerbating the problem further. Pot holes should be fixed using a full depth replacement method. This method consists of saw-cutting the asphalt about one foot outside of any cracked areas, removing the damaged asphalt all the way to the stone sub-base, and replacing it with new hot mix asphalt. In certain situations, where the sub-grade is inherently unstable, it may be necessary to inst
