If your business has an asphalt parking lot or driveway, you must keep it in good condition to create the right impression for anyone visiting the premises. It’s especially crucial to protect paved surfaces from the summer heat with the help of an asphalt contractor. To avoid any problems this season, follow these tips.

How to Protect Asphalt From Heat

1. Inspect & Repair

Cracks and holes in an asphalt surface can start small, and you may not even notice them at first. Perform a careful inspection of your parking lot or driveway every season, including at the start of summer. If you see any damage, contact an asphalt contractor to get repairs done as soon as possible. If you don't, heat will make cracks wider, and water will get in and erode the lower layers of the paving.

2. Clean the Surface

The surface of your parking lot can be damaged by chemicals, such as salt, oil, and gasoline. These substances break up the structure of the paving, causing it to crack and peel. Removing the contaminants as soon as possible reduces the risk of this happening, which is why you should regularly have your commercial parking lot or driveway cleaned by a professional. This will also help to avoid mold developing in any existing cracks.

3. Schedule Asphalt Sealcoating 

Sealcoating adds a layer of defense against the elements. It protects your paving from the sun's UV rays, which cause the surface to crack and fade, and from water that makes asphalt expand if it seeps into the material. Having an asphalt contractor apply sealcoating every two or three years, depending on how much traffic you have, will ensure the asphalt reaches its expected lifespan and beyond.

Whether you need repairs or sealcoating to protect your business, Professional Asphalt Services in Long Lake, MN, is on hand to help. This licensed, bonded, and insured asphalt contractor has served the Minneapolis and St. Paul areas for more than 25 years. They apply two coats of sealant using material that’s DOT- and FAA-approved, and they have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau®. Call (612) 636-8888 to get an estimate today, or visit them online for more information on their offerings.