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Pavement Damage Signs Condominium Owners Need to Look For

Learn the essential signs of pavement damage in condominiums. Regular inspections are crucial for safety and prevention. Protect your residents and visitors by staying informed about pavement issues.

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Pavement Damage Signs Condominium Owners Need to Look For

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  1. TOLL FREE : 1-888-728-3636 TORONTO : 416-410-3705 info@suresealpavement.com Signs of Pavement Damage Condominium Owners Need to Look For

  2. The Most Common Signs of Pavement Damage What signs should condominium owners look for when surveying their property? Here are 9 of the most common signs of pavement damage. • Potholes • Cracks • Sinkholes and Depressions • Faded Line Markings • Surface Deterioration • Drainage Issues • Raveling • Rutting • Shoving

  3. Potholes Potholes are every driver’s worst enemy. Commonly seen during freezing and thawing cycles, these holes form as water enters the asphalt through cracks in the surface and expands and contracts due to temperature changes. Rainfall and melting ice and snow can seep into cracks of the asphalt to penetrate the subbase, allowing water to collect.

  4. Cracks Reference : https://www.suresealpavement.com/pavement-damage-signs-condominium/ Asphalt crack repair and crack sealing are tools of the trade when small or large cracks begin to form on the pavement. Signs of alligator cracking, or fatigue cracking, are seen on surfaces with the heaviest traffic flow. Cracks are usually the first stage of pothole formation and require immediate repair to prevent water and fluids from seeping into the asphalt and subbase.

  5. Sinkholes and Depressions Small and large depressions on the surface of the asphalt can lead to serious sinkholes if not addressed. These indentations can be noticeable after a rainfall as they can fill with water. Sinkholes and depressions can lead to severe pedestrian injury or vehicle accidents due to hydroplaning during the rain. They are linked to poorly compacted materials in the subbase during installation of the pavement.

  6. Faded Line Markings A quick visual inspection of the pavement can usually indicate whether line markings are faded and/or discoloured on the asphalt itself. Over times regular wear and tear, as well as harmful UV light can diminish the lines. Faded line markings can pose a safety risk to guests and tenants, especially if they affect traffic flow or parking situations.

  7. Surface Deterioration Reference : https://www.suresealpavement.com/pavement-damage-signs-condominium/ The surface of the asphalt can deteriorate over time and can be caused by an inadequate subbase. Extreme environmental conditions (e.g., snow, hail, and heavy rain fall), vehicle fluids, and the shifting of the underground due to frost can all cause distortion and deformation of the paved surface.

  8. Drainage Issues Water pooling water on the pavement and overflowing drains are indications of a poor drainage system within or alongside the paved areas. The water on the surface of the asphalt can cause severe damage to the underlying foundation of the paved surface and can extend to the sides where crumbling of the asphalt can occur.

  9. Raveling The small pieces of loose gravel and dust laying on the surface of pavement is the result of raveling. This type of damage occurs when the asphalt aggregates become unbonded from each other. It is caused as the binder ages or from inadequate compaction during the application of the asphalt.

  10. Rutting Reference : https://www.suresealpavement.com/pavement-damage-signs-condominium/ Rutting offer appears in the wheel paths of an asphalt surface as a result of heavy vehicular traffic. This depression can be created by heavy weighted traffic, improper compaction during installation, or due to low-quality aggregates in the asphalt mixture and can get deeper and bigger over time.

  11. Shoving This form of asphalt damage resembles ripples or waves across the surface of the asphalt. It can be caused by the traffic flow, poor quality of asphalt, improper installation, or excessive moisture trapped within the asphalt.

  12. Tips for Inspecting Pavement for Damage • Schedule Regular Inspections • Walk the Entire Area • Look for Visible Signs of Damage • Observe Drainage and Water Flow • Seek a Professional Assessment

  13. 40 Humberline Drive,Toronto, ON Canada, M9W 5X1 416-410-3705 info@suresealpavement.com www.suresealpavement.com

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