When your customers pull up to your office or storefront, you want them to feel proud to visit your business. Unfortunately, a damaged parking lot can get in the way of that. Potholes and cracks are not only unsightly, but may also damage customers’ cars or cause falls. To address the issue, you’ll need either asphalt resurfacing or replacement. To help you choose the best route for your needs, here’s a guide to both options.

Asphalt Resurfacing

For this procedure, your contractor will scrape off the topmost layer of your parking lot, then replace it with a new one. Typically, the results of asphalt resurfacing last eight to 15 years.

This technique is more of a repair than a replacement, so your asphalt surface must be under the expected lifespan of 20 years. It must also be structurally sound, so any cracks or holes must only affect the surface. If any cracks are more than a quarter-inch wide or over several inches deep, asphalt resurfacing won’t be enough to remedy the damage. This is because it may have affected the rock foundation of the surface, which could lead to moisture infiltration and further damage even following repairs. 

Asphalt Replacement

If the damage reaches the foundation of your parking lot, you’ll need to invest in asphalt replacement. This is the best route for paved surfaces that are nearing the 20-year mark, and you can expect the new area to last another 20 years once the replacement is finished.

For this procedure, contractors will remove both the surface asphalt and underlying gravel layer. This will create a brand new parking lot for your business. If most of the area is damaged or existing potholes are deep, this is the best option.

For asphalt resurfacing or replacement, reach out to Double Diamond Contracting of Kalispell, MT. They have over 15 years of experience providing both of these services to commercial and residential clients. In the Flathead Valley and the surrounding areas, you can turn to their team for top-tier paving repairs, sealcoating, and snow removal. Learn more about their offerings by visiting their website, or call (406) 755-8853 to schedule an appointment.