After you have your driveway, parking lot, or recreational area paved, you could have to deal with weeds poking through cracks or around the edges. Preventing weeds from sprouting around your paved area can be done in a few different ways. Learn more about how to keep your pavement looking brand new while also keeping plant growth out.
How Weeds Grow Through Asphalt
Most weeds have deep roots that reach deep into the ground to get nutrients. The taproot of a weed is what often grows out of the asphalt so that it can get sunlight and water. Another common reason that weeds or grass come through asphalt cracks is that improper soil prep was done before application. If the ground is not sprayed or prepared before installing asphalt, then living things may cause damage within just a few weeks.
1- Hire A Professional Asphalt Installer
Having proper asphalt application and installation is the first step to keeping weeds from growing. Professional installers will start with a well compacted base layer which will choke out any weeds that are still growing in the area. Even if you have asphalt installed by a professional, cracks are still possible. Having a team seal the cracks quickly and perform yearly maintenance will prevent cracks, damage, and weeds from spreading through the asphalt.
2- Use A Weed Barrier
A weed barrier can be used to help prevent weeds or grass from growing through cracks. Chemical barriers can be applied around cracks and edges to keep weeds from spreading, while sand-and-water-activated barriers can block weeds from sprouting. These can also be applied to existing asphalt areas that are struggling with unnecessary growth or cracking. Adding an extra layer of protection can make the asphalt last longer and helps lower the risk of cracking.
3- Have Frequent Seal Coating
Regular maintenance is needed for all types of exterior materials including asphalt. Whether you are cleaning a home or maintaining asphalt, taking part in maintenance tasks will prevent cracks and chips. Seal coating is a common task needed to protect asphalt. It helps extend the life of the pavement, keeps it smooth, and deters cracks from occurring. Sealing small pores and cracks is done with seal coats and can help keep other damage from occurring. Yearly seal coating prevents thermal expansion and contraction, prevents chemical damage, and helps you avoid costly repairs.
Weeds are less likely to damage your asphalt space when you take part in seal coating, cleaning, and repairs. Pressure washing is another way to save your asphalt from noxious weeds. The high-pressure water and cleaning solutions can damage the roots of the weeds, which will prevent them from spreading.
4- Stop Seeds From Spreading From Surrounding Areas
Once cracks form in the asphalt, the surrounding landscape can contribute to unnatural growth in these small spaces. Your yard and flower beds can spread seeds with the wind or when watering to the cracks in asphalt. You can use mulch borders that will prevent the weed growth from spreading into your asphalt. Decorative rocks, metal edging, or any other barrier will keep the soil where it should be.
Professional Asphalt Services From Our Team
Precision Asphalt Maintenance has a large team of motivated professionals who are willing to show you the benefits of quality asphalt. Our mission is to provide you with better pavement and walkways and have many satisfied customers. We provide residential and commercial asphalt paving, seal coating, asphalt repair, crack sealing, line striping, pothole repair, excavation, and more.
Although we offer competitive pricing, our quality never suffers. Having satisfied customers is important to the future of our company, so we ensure that every member of our team offers great customer service. PAM continues to grow and learn more about asphalt applications. Whether you need to repair cracks, want new asphalt around your commercial space, or are looking to rid your asphalt of weeds, our team can help. Reach out to us to schedule your service today, or get a free estimate!
