Crack Filling

Professional Crack Filling Services

Cracks in your asphalt might seem minor, but they're the beginning of serious damage. Water enters through cracks, erodes the base, and leads to potholes and pavement failure. Timely crack filling is one of the most important maintenance steps you can take to protect your asphalt investment.

Why Crack Filling Matters

Left untreated, even small cracks become major problems:

• Water Infiltration: Water seeps through cracks into the base material
• Base Erosion: Water undermines the foundation of your pavement
• Freeze-Thaw Damage: Water expands when frozen, widening cracks and creating new ones
• Vegetation Growth: Weeds and grass grow through cracks, expanding the damage
• Pothole Formation: Undermined asphalt eventually collapses into potholes
• Accelerated Deterioration: Small cracks quickly become large cracks without treatment

Types of Cracks We Repair

• Linear Cracks: Straight cracks that follow traffic patterns or joints
• Alligator Cracks: Interconnected cracks resembling reptile skin (may indicate base failure)
• Edge Cracks: Cracks along the edges of pavement
• Block Cracks: Large rectangular crack patterns
• Reflective Cracks: Cracks that mirror underlying pavement joints

Our Crack Filling Process

• Assessment: We evaluate crack severity and underlying causes
• Cleaning: Remove dirt, debris, and vegetation from cracks
• Routing (if needed): Widen cracks for better sealant adhesion on larger repairs
• Hot-Pour Application: Apply heated rubberized crack sealant for flexible, lasting repairs
• Smoothing: Level sealant for a clean finish
• Curing: Allow proper cure time before traffic

Crack Filling vs. Crack Sealing

While often used interchangeably, there's a difference:

• Crack Filling: Used for non-working cracks (minimal movement). Standard repair method.
• Crack Sealing: Used for working cracks that expand and contract. Includes routing for better adhesion.

We'll recommend the right approach based on your specific situation.

When to Fill Cracks

• As soon as you notice them—don't wait for them to grow
• Before sealcoating (cracks should be filled first)
• In spring or fall when temperatures are moderate
• Before winter to prevent freeze-thaw damage

Residential & Commercial Service

We provide crack filling for all property types:

• Residential driveways
• Commercial parking lots
• HOA and apartment complex driveways
• Church and school parking areas
• Private roads

Service Area

We provide crack filling services throughout Southern Illinois, including Mount Vernon, Carbondale, Marion, Centralia, Salem, Herrin, and all communities within a 45-mile radius.