You might have asphalt surfaces somewhere on your residential property, such as if you have asphalt around your pool area or if you have an asphalt patio. Many people have asphalt on their commercial properties, too, such as if they have asphalt driveways or parking lots. If you have asphalt, then you might need to hire an asphalt repair company at some point or another to help you with repairing cracks, potholes, and other imperfections in your asphalt. This is important if you want your asphalt to look good and remain in good shape for as long as possible.

Read on to learn a few things that asphalt repair contractors will focus on when repairing your asphalt.

Determining What Repairs Need to Be Done

The first thing that an asphalt repair professional should do is determine what repairs need to be done to your asphalt. They should carefully check over your asphalt surface and look for cracks and potholes that can and should be repaired. They can then let you know about the repairs that will need to be done and how much they will cost. Additionally, they can make sure that they know how much time they will need to dedicate to the project and which materials they will need to bring along to get the job done.

Cleaning Out the Cracks and Holes Well

Before performing repairs, asphalt repair professionals need to ensure that they are working with a nice, clean surface. They should clean out all of the cracks and potholes thoroughly. They may use a special vacuum cleaner, a broom, and a small handheld brush to do so.

Doing it During the Right Weather

You might not think that it matters when you have asphalt crack and pothole repairs done. However, the weather does have an impact. It should be done on a sunny day when there is no rain in the forecast, for example. This will help ensure that the filler can dry properly and thoroughly; if it rains, you do have to worry about the filler washing away.

Using Enough Filler

Lastly, an asphalt repair professional needs to be sure that they use enough filler for the job. As the filler settles in the hole or crack, it can shrink up a little bit. Therefore, it's important to use the proper amount to prepare for this. Someone who has experience with repairing asphalt should know about the right amount to use to handle repairs properly. 

For more insight on the process, contact asphalt repair companies.