What is Infrared Asphalt Repair?
Infrared asphalt repair is an innovative method for fixing cracks and potholes in paved surfaces. The process involves heating the existing asphalt with infrared rays to make it soft and pliable. This malleable state allows the addition of new asphalt to blend seamlessly with the old surface, creating a strong, permanent bond with recycled materials.
Whether you’re dealing with high-traffic areas that need enhanced durability or aesthetic repairs where a smooth finish is essential, infrared pavement repair offers a versatile and cost-effective alternative to traditional methods.
Why Choose Infrared Asphalt Patching Over Traditional Methods
Traditional asphalt patching methods are often temporary, prompting the need for multiple repairs. Choose infrared asphalt repair and patching methods instead. Infrared asphalt repair offers a permanent fix to address cracks and potholes. It forms a seamless patch for long-lasting results, water resistance, and the ability to withstand high-traffic areas. Here’s how asphalt infrared patching compares to traditional patching methods:
Infrared Patch
Cold Patch
An inexpensive but temporary fix.
Traditional Patch
A permanent fix that is expensive and prone to water seepage.
Our Comprehensive Infrared Asphalt Repair Process
At Pave America, our proven infrared asphalt repair process delivers lasting results:
Prepare the Targeted Area
We apply heat to the damaged section so the fresh asphalt and liquid binder can mix with the existing pavement. Since this process uses fewer materials than traditional methods, it’s a more cost-effective and environmentally friendly repair solution.
Apply Heat to the Damaged Section
Rejuvenate the Targeted Area
We level and compact the repaired section to create a seamless patch, preventing water from causing further damage
Level and Compact
We level and compact the repaired section to create a seamless patch, preventing water from causing further damage.
Benefits of Infrared Pavement Repair
Since infrared asphalt repair uses fewer materials and equipment than traditional methods, it’s also a more cost-effective and environmentally friendly repair solution.
Benefits of infrared pavement repair include:
Reuses Materials
Longer Lasting
Cost Effective
Saves Time
Appropriate Across All Seasons
When You May Need Infrared Patching
Certain scenarios lend themselves to infrared asphalt repair. Here are some instances where you may need infrared asphalt repair instead of a cold patch or traditional patching:
Potholes
Potholes pose a significant risk to cyclists and motorists, especially in high-traffic areas. Infrared pothole repair creates safer, smoother surfaces and prevents future complications.
Binding Speed Bumps to Existing Surfaces
If a property is missing crucial speed bumps, infrared asphalt repair can bind them to existing surfaces.
Elevation Around Catch Basins
In areas with frequent freeze-thaw cycles, the surfaces around catch basins can often become uneven. Infrared asphalt repair can raise these surfaces, creating even elevation.
Leveling Asphalt Around Dips & Divots
Over time, dips and divots can develop in paved surfaces. Infrared pavement repair levels the asphalt around these unsightly hazards for an even surface.
Pavement Heaving
Pavement heaving refers to uneven road surfaces, typically caused by moisture in the ground resulting from winter’s freeze-thaw cycle. One of the most effective solutions for addressing this issue is infrared asphalt repair, which not only levels the surface but also helps prevent further problems from developing.
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