Crack filling places a flexible treatment in eligible pavement cracks to reduce the entry of water and debris and help slow further deterioration. It is maintenance for individual cracks, not a structural repair.
Crackfill helps prevent water leaking into the asphalt base causing further erosion. Once cracks appear, crackfill is a yearly maintenance focus.
Good candidates
Individual open cracks
Cracks that collect water or debris
Eligible cracks that need treatment before sealcoating
What it does not fix
Potholes
Sunken or moving pavement
Alligator cracking
Base failure or widespread structural damage
What to expect
A straightforward project process
The exact plan is based on the surface, access, weather, and the work included in your estimate.
Inspect
Review the cracks and separate eligible maintenance cracks from pavement failure that needs repair.
Clean
Prepare eligible cracks so the selected treatment can be installed.
Treat
Place a flexible crack-treatment material when pavement and weather conditions are suitable.
Review
Provide any traffic restrictions and identify areas that may need future monitoring.
Before the crew arrives
Simple preparation
Move vehicles and other obstacles away from the treatment area.
Keep the pavement accessible and free from watering before the scheduled work.
Follow any additional cleaning or access instructions from A.A. Sealcoat.
Access and timing
Reopening depends on the project
Crack treatment may reopen sooner than sealcoating, but the exact timing depends on the material, temperature, weather, and traffic. Follow the project-specific instructions.
Expected visible result
What you should see
Treated cracks remain visible as sealed lines. The goal is to reduce entry of water and debris, not to make cracks disappear or add structural strength.
Materials and method
Selected after inspection
A flexible, pavement-compatible crack-treatment material is selected for eligible cracks and site conditions.
Who we help
Residential and commercial properties
Homeowners seeing individual cracks in otherwise serviceable pavement
Businesses and property managers planning preventive maintenance
Owners preparing eligible pavement for sealcoating
Common questions
Crack Filling questions
Project-specific details are confirmed during the estimate.
Faded, structurally sound asphalt may be a candidate for sealcoating. Individual open cracks may need crack treatment. Potholes, sunken areas, broken edges, or heavily cracked areas usually need patching first. A.A. Sealcoat will inspect the pavement and recommend the appropriate work.
Can every crack be filled?
No. Individual eligible cracks can often be treated, but widespread alligator cracking, sunken pavement, potholes, or base failure may require patching or a larger repair. Crack treatment does not add structural strength.
What happens if the weather changes?
Most asphalt maintenance requires a dry surface and suitable weather. Rain, temperature, or other site conditions may require the schedule to change. A.A. Sealcoat will confirm any adjustment with you.
How long will the area need to stay closed?
Closure time depends on the service, material, temperature, weather, and traffic. Sealed surfaces commonly need at least 24 hours before vehicle traffic, but always follow the reopening time provided for your project.
How is the estimate calculated?
Pricing depends on the size and condition of the paved area, preparation and repairs needed, access, materials, and the requested service. Schedule a free estimate for project-specific pricing.
Related work
The right service may include more than one step
Failed pavement should be repaired before preventive coatings or new markings are applied.
