Asphalt Crack Filler
From crack sealer cubes to bottles of liquid crack filler, Asphalt Kingdom has all the crack filler supplies you need to get the job done.
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What is Asphalt Crack Filler?
Asphalt crack filler is a substance used for filling cracks in driveways, roads, and parking lots. Its purpose is to fill and seal cracks and prevent moisture from working its way into the crevices and destroying the pavement's foundation. The bottom line is it helps improve your property's curb appeal by sealing cracks while keeping you and other drivers safe while navigating the parking lot or driveway.
Some crack sealers are available in large cubes that are melted in a special machine for easier application. Other crack filling products are available in liquid or semi-liquid form and poured directly into the cracks from the bottle or the bucket.
Watch this video for more information on the differences between liquid cold pour and hot pour asphalt crack fillers.
What are the Different Types of Parking Lot and Driveway Crack Fillers?
Liquid Crack Filler
Also known as cold pour crack filler, this is a type of asphalt repair product that is poured directly into the damaged area. This product has the consistency of slurry, and it is applied into the crack using a U-shaped or V-shaped squeegee.
Available in 1-gallon bottles, liquid crack fillers are ideal for narrow and shallow cracks. These products are recommended for DIYers, whether residential or commercial property owners.
Hot Pour Rubberized Crack Filler
Hot rubber crack fillers are commonly sold to DIYers and contractors in large cubes. Before they could be used to fill cracks, the cube is melted in a melter applicator or a stationary crack filling melter kettle. Once melted, the viscous liquid is poured directly into the cracks and left to dry and cure for several hours before the driveway or parking lot can be used again.
This type of asphalt crack sealer is often used by asphalt maintenance contractors and owners of mid-sized to large commercial properties.
Asphalt Patch
Somewhere in between liquid crack filler and hot pour rubberized crack filler is the asphalt patch. This crack filling product has the consistency similar to that of sludge, making it easily workable during application. This crack sealer is ideal for repairing shallow cracks and alligator cracks.
How to Apply Asphalt Crack Filler
The application method depends on what type of asphalt crack fill you’re using.
A U or V squeegee is used to fill cracks with liquid crack filler. It’s that simple. You can also use a pour pot bander to apply this type of crack filler.
It gets a little more complicated if you’re applying hot rubber crack filler. You can use a melter kettle to liquefy a cube of crack sealer and apply it using a crack pour pot or a pour pot bander. Asphalt crack fillers can also be melted inside a high-capacity melter oven.
But these methods can sometimes take too long. If you're a busy asphalt maintenance contractor, then there's probably nothing you hate more than downtimes and you want nothing more than to make the process more efficient.
That's why we recommend that you use a portable crack filling machine to melt and apply crack filler. Asphalt Kingdom offers a wide range of crack filling machines that suit every property owner and contractor’s needs. So go ahead and check out our crack filling equipment store.
To melt and apply crack filler for asphalt, simply load the cube inside the machine and wait for the temperature to reach 350°F. Turn down the regulator once it exceeds 350°F to ensure that the hot rubber asphalt crack filler doesn't crystallize and become unusable.
Next, apply crack sealer efficiently using the “Conga Line method.”
But what is the "Conga Line method?"
In this method, one of your crew will perform surface prep, and he will then be followed by the leaf blower operator. Once the surface prep and cleaning crew are done, they will be followed by the crack filling machine operator. Let it cure completely before using the driveway, road, or parking lot again.
Frequently Asked Questions About Asphalt Crack Fillers
Is it necessary to fix asphalt cracks?
Yes! Fixing asphalt cracks, no matter how small they are, is necessary to keep driveways and parking lots in great shape. It prevents cracks from expanding and turning into potholes which are more expensive to fix. Fixing cracks as soon as possible is also a surefire way to prolong the pavement's lifespan.
What's the best asphalt crack filler?
The best crack filler for one crack may not be the right one for another. Alligator cracks, for example, will benefit greatly from patching products like Gator Patch. Meanwhile, liquid pour crack filler is the best product to fix shallow and narrow cracks. But if you want to conduct crack repair on deep and wide cracks, then go ahead and use hot rubber crack filler.
How is hot pour rubberized crack filler melted?
Blocks of rubberized crack filler or crack sealant are melted using different crack filling equipment. Many asphalt maintenance contractors prefer to use a stationary crack sealer melter kettle and apply the crackfill using a pour pot. Other contractors prefer a more efficient, less messy method, so they use a crackfill melter applicator. This crack filling equipment comes with wheels so you can push it like a shopping cart as you apply the crack fill.
How long should asphalt crack fill last?
Crack fill should last up to eight years if you've taken the time to properly prep the surface and you've chosen the product suitable for the type of crack you are fixing.
Buy Bulk Asphalt Crack Sealer
We have bulk crack fill available for contractors and commercial property owners. Just visit the Asphalt Kingdom crackfill store to see which product suits your needs. You can also contact us or dial 1-866-399-5562 to talk to one of our crack fill experts and determine how many boxes or pails of asphalt crack filler you will need for your project. The more pavement crack filler you buy at a time, the more you save.
Asphalt Crack Filling Calculator
Use our Crack Sealer Calculator to estimate quantities based upon the total linear feet of cracks that you need to seal.
Need advice on your crack filling project or want to place an order? Call us at 1-866-399-5562