For commercial property managers in Lynchburg, Hot Springs, and Roanoke, the parking lot is a massive liability. Potholes don't just damage vehicles; they result in slip-and-fall lawsuits and lost business.
When to Overlay vs. Replace
If your asphalt has "alligator cracking" (interlocking cracks that look like reptile skin), the base has failed and requires full-depth milling. However, if the base is solid but the surface is heavily oxidized and lightly cracked, a structural overlay is the perfect solution.
The Blue Ridge Overlay Process
- Edge Milling: We mill down the transitions near concrete gutters and ADA ramps so the new asphalt sits perfectly flush, eliminating trip hazards.
- Tack Coat Bonding: We spray a heavy SS-1h emulsion tack coat to chemically weld the new asphalt to the old surface.
- High-Density Surface Course: We lay 1.5 to 2 inches of premium hot mix asphalt, compacted to absolute density by our heavy commercial fleet.
Protect your commercial investment before the winter freeze-thaw cycle turns minor cracks into crater-sized potholes.