NC Asphalt and Sealcoating Charlotte

NC Asphalt and Sealcoating in Charlotte is an experienced asphalt paving team that offers clients protective sealcoating applications, asphalt upheaval, crack and pothole repairs, and resurfacing for their failing parking lots, community roads and driveways. We are eager to gain the trust of potential clients, commercial or homeowner, by sending experienced estimators to provide onsite complementary asphalt service quotes. Areas we service include Charlotte, NC including all of its neighborhoods like Myers Park, Cherry, Uptown and others. You will not find another asphalt contractor that will repair, resurface or replace your parking lot, private road or residential driveway better than we will. Our estimates include any necessary grading, quality hot mix asphalt, expert repairs that last, and professional sealant formulations. We are determined to offer quality asphalt services at the best cost in Charlotte, and constantly review our operations for improvements over competitors.

Asphalt Parking Lot Sealcoating

As soon as its paved, asphalt pavement begins decay through oxidization (leaching) of the binder – the black “glue” that holds the pavement mix of sand and gravel together. Oxidization is caused by the elements like UV rays, rain, sleet, snow and freezing temperatures.  As the pavement oxidizes over time, it loses flexibility and the deep black color of pavement fades to light grey showcasing the loss of binder. Periodic sealcoating of the parking lot can slow the rate of oxidization down to a crawl. Generally, an asphalt parking lot, depending on quality of installation, will function well about 10 to 15 years. However, if the parking lot is maintained by sealcoating every 2 to 3 years and cracks are repaired quickly, its lifespan could be more than doubled.  NC Asphalt and Sealcoating Paving of Charlotte encourages periodic sealcoating as an inexpensive maintenance option to increase the lifespan of your asphalt parking lot.

Parking Lot Sealcoating Benefits:

1. Professional sealing will fill in and seal minor cracks and pitting
2. Smooths slight irregularities in the pavement.
3. UV rays are reflected back to the atmosphere.
4. Creates a waterproof barrier.
5. Spills can be easily washed away.
6. Dirt is easily blown or washed away.
7. Restores the deep black color.
8. Extends the parking lot life-span.

Pro Asphalt Driveway Sealcoating in Charlotte

NC Asphalt and Sealcoating in Charlotte offers professional application of commercial sealcoating to protect and waterproof your asphalt driveway. UV rays, sleet, snow, rain and oil and gas spills are common oxidizers that slowly leach out the asphalt binder (the black glue that holds the crushed rock and sand in the pavement together).  All professional sealcoat formulations contain anti-oxidation effects.  Sealcoating fills and smooths surface cracks, small pockmarks and porous areas of the old asphalt effectually reproducing that like-new surface where dirt and debris easily washes off.  Sealcoating should be done every 2 to 3 years, as suggested by most industry specialists.

The Truth about DIY Driveway Sealcoating:

1. Homeowners mistakenly think cleaning the driveway before sealcoating is not necessary, but sealcoat won’t bond in dirty areas.
2. Sealcoat products available to homeowners are inferior to professional ones, since they contain more water.
3. Cost savings are minor compared to what asphalt contractors charge, especially for long driveways.
4. Professionals will also be able to repair large cracks with hot rubber crack repair mix before sealcoating – often beyond the abilities of homeowners.
5. Homeowners may think more sealcoat is better, but actually thick globs of sealant may never harden and will track to other surfaces.
6. Odors released during sealing can be unpleasant or cause reactions.

Truck Spraying Sealcoat on Parking Lot

Asphalt Parking Lot Repairs – We Have the Best Prices in Charlotte, NC  

Uneven, pothole-riddled parking lots are dangerous to the elderly, mothers with young children and people with movement challenges because they risk injury navigating them. Many personal injury lawsuits have their beginnings in a parking lot due to standing water, potholes, cracks and low lighting.  Plus, the lack of parking lot maintenance could lead to public health and safety violations.  Thriving businesses provide a welcoming and safe parking lot for the clients they serve. We offer asphalt parking lot repairs for cracks, potholes, upheavals and pitting. Contact us for a quote to repair these problems, because left unaddressed, they will quickly accelerate the pavement’s destruction if ignored. Generally, the repairs needed are either a surface patch or a full depth patch that also fixes the subbase.

Common Parking Lot Faults We Repair:

1. Ruts or depressions – caused by insufficient compaction or overloading.
2. Fatigue cracking -commonly called alligator cracking indicates subbase damage.
3. Pavement Raveling – pavement crumbling or aging pavement.
4. Vehicular liquid spills – gasoline and oil will soften the pavement over time.
5. Cracks start out as minor issues but get larger and can cause potholes in other parts of the pavement if ignored.

Milling a Few Inches of Surface Pavement off

Parking Lot Resurfacing: Best Cost in Charlotte, NC

Parking Lot Resurfacing is a less costly way to repair an existing parking lot by replacing the top layer of 1.5 to 2 inches of asphalt.  Basically, how this is done: a large construction truck with rotating cutters removes a specific depth of damaged pavement – this is called milling.  Also, areas with significant damage that extends down into the subbase (potholes, alligator cracking) need repair because if not corrected the damage will return after repaving. Finally, the parking lot is repaved with quality hot asphalt mix and smoothly compacted.  Caution! the amount of time and effort spent in preparation will be the basis for how well the finished surface will look and how long it will last.  NC Asphalt and Sealcoating in Charlotte are conscientious contractors that take pride in a job well done and the complete satisfaction of clients.  Contact us to inspect your failing parking lot for free and evaluate it for a successful resurfacing.  Clients and their customers are often thrilled with a quickly-completed, like-new, resurfaced lot that was achieved for less than the cost of a complete tear out and rebuild.

Parking Lot Resurfacing Benefits:

1. Adds additional 8 to 15 years to pavement lifespan
2. Less expensive than total replacement
3. Fast process compared to tear out and replace
4. Smooth surface and reduced road noise are restored
5. Business owners appreciate a like-new, parking lot at an affordable price.

Charlotte, NC Asphalt Driveway: Cost-effective Repairs

A home’s curb appeal is enhanced by a smooth, pothole-free driveway. Conversely, the curb-appeal is lessened by a crumbling, driveway with weeds growing through.  If you or your guests are constantly maneuvering to park away from the puddles, you need our help. This is especially true for a home on the market. Because buyers who see a badly maintained driveway will assume the home is not well-maintained on the inside, either.  Homeowners need to be aware that driveway damage that is ignored can cause exponential issues. Once cracks are severe enough, water infiltrates the subbase (gravel layer) beneath the pavement. If you are concerned about the costs to repair your driveway, give us a call for a free quote.  Many of our clients are pleasantly surprise that driveway repairs are less costly than they imagine.

Residential Driveway Severe Crack Repair Methods:

1. Crack Repairs in cold weather uses a pre-mixed cold patch compound- usually a temporary fix.
2. When temperature are above 50 degrees a hot rubberized sealer (350 degrees hot) is used to seal large cracks.
3. Hot asphalt mix is used to repair holes and correct any slope issues.
4. Infrared light patching: Infrared light brings the damaged asphalt to a molten consistency to make a seamless repair.

Asphalt Driveway Resurface

Budget-Friendly Asphalt Driveway Resurfacing

Many residential clients would like to install a completely new asphalt driveway in place of a gray, faded, and heavily cracked driveway. But, when faced with the cost of replacing their driveway, they wonder if there is another way.  Resurfacing is a way of renewing a troubled driveway for an attractive cost – only about 1/3 of a tear out and rebuild.  Basically, a driveway resurfacing removes 1.5 to 2 inches of the damaged pavement by milling or grinding – very carefully to keep the driveway’s incline that helps it shed water.  Next, the pavement is cleaned of all debris, an adhesive (tack coat) is laid down and the new asphalt surface is applied in layers to match what was removed.  One thing to keep in mind is that areas with subbase damage – indicated by issues like alligator cracking or potholes – should be repaired separately before the repaving is done. Otherwise the damage will again appear. This is called reflection – problems in the subbase reflect back up through the new asphalt layer. Best to hire an asphalt contractor like NC Asphalt and Sealcoating Paving who are experienced in the dynamics of subbase support.

When to Consider Driveway Resurfacing:

1. Driveway is more faded grey than black.
2. Surface cracking too widespread to consider repairing just one at a time.
3. Has a few small potholes that can be easily repaired
4. Ruts from heavy truck tires
5. Small amount of ponding

City of Charlotte in North Carolina

Charlotte, North Carolina: Basic Information

The city of Charlotte is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina.  It is located in the Piedmont and is characterized by low rolling hills with mostly clay and some moderately fertile soils. Charlotte development is due to the building of Highways, Railways and Air transportation hub as its rather void of waterways to transport goods. Charlotte has 199 neighborhoods spreading out in a radial fashion from Uptown Biddleville including Johnson C. Smith University campus, Plaza-Mildwood, North Tryon and Sugar Creek. The South area contains shopping, restaurants and multifamily housing and near UNC Charlotte or University City lives many students, researchers and associated professionals. Charlotte is home to large financial institutions such as Wachovia, BB&T, Wells Fargo and Bank of America making it a major USA financial hub for markets trading in sales, equity research and Investment banking.   It does have a diverse group of other manufacturers such as Snyder’s, Carolina Foods, Bojangles, Coco-Cola Bottler and Jeld-Wen windows. Charlotte is the location for the base members of 75% of the NASCAR industry’s race teams along with the NHRA dragstrip which also is attractive to other professional drag racers.  The University of North Carolina located in Charlotte is known for the training of energy engineers and energy research. Many attractions are available for local families and visitors from other states across the nation. The Carolina Renaissance Festival one of the largest annual renaissance themed village marketplace, circus, jousting and feast which takes place on Saturdays and Sundays for the months of October and November. NASCAR Hall of Fame is designed to entertain and inform on the local history of NASCAR. Get a chance to see memorabilia and enjoy hands on exhibits.