Identify the Damage

Cracking

• Cracks can range from small hairline fractures to large, alligatoring cracks.
• They can be caused by age, heavy traffic, or poor installation.

Potholes

• Potholes are holes in the asphalt that are caused by water seeping into cracks and freezing, expanding and breaking the asphalt.
• They can be a hazard to drivers and pedestrians.

Raveling

• “Raveling” refers to the loss of the asphalt’s surface aggregate.
• It can be caused by heavy traffic, poor drainage, or improper installation.

Rutting

• Rutting is the formation of deep grooves in the asphalt, typically caused by heavy traffic.
• It can make driving uncomfortable and hazardous.

Settlement

• Asphalt settlement can occur when the soil beneath it is unstable or has been compromised by moisture.
• It can result in uneven surfaces and cracking.

Buckling

• Asphalt buckling occurs when a section of asphalt is pushed upward, creating a hump.
• It is usually caused by heat expansion, poor drainage, or a weak base.

Mastic Bleeding

• Mastic bleeding is the appearance of dark, sticky material on the surface of the asphalt.
• It occurs when the asphalt’s binder is exposed to heat and moisture.