Asphalt repair & patching before small problems spread
Potholes, crumbling edges and sinking spots only get worse once water gets in. We cut out the damaged asphalt, fix what is underneath and patch it so it lasts, for driveways, parking lots and private roads.
Serving Waco, Central Texas, DFW and West Texas
How we do it
A good patch is more than filling a hole. We saw-cut the damaged area square, remove the failed asphalt and any soft base, compact new base where needed and pave the patch with hot-mix asphalt so it bonds with the surface around it.
We also repair broken edges, low spots that hold water, and old patches that have failed, and we will tell you when repair is the smart choice and when resurfacing will save money in the long run.
Common problems we fix
- Potholes: usually water getting through cracks and softening the base. Fixed by cutting out the area and rebuilding base and asphalt.
- Alligator cracking: a web of connected cracks that means the base is failing in that spot. A full-depth patch is the fix; sealing alone will not hold.
- Crumbling edges: common on driveways and rural roads without support at the edge. We rebuild the edge and improve drainage beside it.
- Low spots and puddles: raised to grade so water drains away instead of soaking in.
- Utility cuts and old patches: re-cut and repaved so they sit flush with the surface around them.
Repair, resurface or replace?
Repair makes sense when damage is limited to a few areas and the rest of the pavement is sound. When cracking, potholes or rutting cover a large part of the surface, or old patches keep failing, resurfacing or replacement usually costs less over the next ten years. We walk the job with you, show you what we see and quote the option that will actually last.
Learn the signs in repair, resurface or replace: how to decide what your asphalt needs.
Our process
What to expect
1. Inspect
We find the cause, not just the hole.
2. Cut out
Damaged asphalt and soft base removed.
3. Rebuild
New base compacted where needed.
4. Patch
Hot-mix asphalt laid, rolled and sealed at the edges.
A good fit for
- Potholes and alligator cracking
- Crumbling or broken edges
- Low spots that hold water
- Utility cuts and old failed patches
Where we work
We serve Waco and Central Texas from our Waco office, and the Permian Basin from our Big Spring office.
Also: 1-800-BLACKTOP
FAQ
Asphalt Repair & Patching questions
Can you fix just one pothole?
Yes, though if there are several nearby it is usually cheaper to do them together.
Should I repair or resurface?
If damage is in a few spots, repair. If cracking covers much of the surface but the base is sound, resurfacing usually costs less over time.
Do you fix driveway damage?
Yes. Driveway repair is part of this service, along with crack sealing and sealcoating.
Why do potholes keep coming back in the same spot?
Usually because only the surface was filled. If the base underneath is wet or soft, a cold patch will fail again. A lasting repair cuts out the damaged area, fixes the base and paves it with hot-mix asphalt.
How soon can I drive on a patch?
Hot-mix patches can usually take traffic within a few hours to a day, depending on the size of the patch and the weather.
Related services
You might also need
Crack Sealing
Seal cracks now so water cannot get under your asphalt and turn them into potholes.
Asphalt Resurfacing & Overlay
A fresh new surface over sound old asphalt, without the cost of tearing it out.
Sealcoating
Protect asphalt from sun, water and oil, and bring back that deep black finish.
Free estimates
Get a free asphalt repair & patching estimate
Tell us about the job. We reply within one business day, usually the same day.
- Free, no-pressure estimates
- Residential, commercial and ranch jobs
- Family owned and operated since 2007
Also: 1-800-BLACKTOP