Stop Cracks Before They Spread: Crackfilling Now Beats Potholes Later
Those little lines across your driveway or parking lot are more than cosmetic. They’re open doors for water. In Connecticut, water that seeps into cracks freezes, expands, and forces the asphalt apart. That’s how potholes form.
Small cracks are big problems—once winter hits
Crackfilling in late summer or early fall stops water intrusion and protects your base layer before the freeze.
Why hot-rubber crackfilling works
Elastic seal: Moves with your pavement as temperatures change.
Water barrier: Keeps moisture and de-icing chemicals out of your base.
Cost control: Crackfill + sealcoat now is far cheaper than structural repairs later.
Better ride & appearance: Reduces edge crumble and keeps the surface smoother.
Act before October for the best results
Cleaner, drier substrate: Filler bonds best when cracks are completely dry.
Efficient scheduling: We can clean, route, and fill in one visit, then sealcoat shortly after.
Protect the base layer: Once water freezes below the surface, damage accelerates.
How to tell it’s time
Multiple connected hairline cracks (alligatoring beginnings)
Long linear cracks along joints or edges
Water pooling or disappearing quickly into the surface
Previous crackfill pulling away or missing
Our 5 Star method
Evaluate & mark cracks: Identify structural vs. surface cracks.
Clean & prep: Power clean and, where appropriate, route cracks for better adhesion.
Hot-applied rubberized filler: Professional-grade material for flexibility and longevity.
Finish & (optional) sealcoat: Seal the whole surface for a uniform look and added protection.
Property types we help
Residential driveways
Retail and office lots
Condo/HOA roadways and paths
Industrial and municipal surfaces
Pair crackfilling with sealcoating
Crackfilling targets the weak points; sealcoating protects the entire surface. Together they:
Extend pavement life
Improve curb appeal
Reduce long-term maintenance spend
FAQ
Can you fill cracks in cooler weather?
We can, but results are best when the pavement is warm and dry—another reason to schedule before October.
What size cracks can be filled?
Most linear cracks from ~⅛″ to 1″. Severe alligatoring or base failures may need patching.
Will the filled cracks be visible?
You’ll see a neat, dark line. A follow-up sealcoat helps everything blend for a uniform finish.
Book crackfilling and sealcoating together and get priority scheduling.
