Many parking lot owners believe that winter is the time of year to take active measures to protect their lots from the elements. However, the summer heat can prove as treacherous for their lot’s long-term health as cold weather. With the summer sun bearing down on your asphalt surfaces, what signs should you be aware of that indicate worsening damage, and what are some ways that you can help protect it?

You might be surprised to learn that it is not necessarily the harsh cold temperatures that can negatively impact your asphalt surface. It is actually the freeze-thaw cycle that happens continuously all winter long. When ice and snow begin to melt, it creates pooling water on asphalt surfaces, which can compromise the integrity of the surface.

Did you know that cold weather can have a damaging effect on your asphalt? That’s right, cold temperatures and the snow and ice they bring with them can accelerate the oxidation process of asphalt.

Asphalt preservation services are a proactive approach to protecting asphalt surfaces that already exist. There are quite a few choices when it comes to deciding which preservation technique is best for you. From treatments such as chip seals, and micro surfacing, to a thin overlay you may be wondering which option is the best for your asphalt surfaces. And the answer to that depends entirely on the state your asphalt surfaces are in.