Crack Sealing
Crack sealing is one of the most effective pavement maintenance services for slowing deterioration and preventing costly asphalt repair. Morgan Pavement provides professional crack sealing for commercial, municipal, HOA, and private properties across the Salt Lake City metro area, helping property owners stop damage early by sealing cracks in asphalt before water reaches the pavement base.
As asphalt ages, cracks naturally form due to traffic stress and temperature changes. Addressing them early—using the right materials and timing—can significantly extend pavement life.
Stopping Water Intrusion with Flexible Sealants
Once cracks open, moisture can penetrate beneath the surface, weakening the pavement structure and accelerating failure. Crack sealing uses a high-performance, rubberized sealant designed to move with the pavement through expansion and contraction caused by daily and seasonal temperature changes.
Morgan Pavement applies crack sealing when conditions are right, ensuring proper adhesion and long-term performance rather than short-term fixes.
- Seals cracks in asphalt before moisture reaches the base
- Uses rubberized materials that remain flexible over time
- Reduces crack widening caused by expansion and contraction
- Helps prevent potholes and surface failures
Crack Sealing vs. Crack Filling
Crack sealing and crack filling serve different roles in asphalt repair. Crack sealing is used for active cracks that expand and contract with temperature changes, requiring flexible, rubberized sealant. Crack filling is typically reserved for non-working or minimally active cracks.
Morgan Pavement evaluates crack width, depth, and movement to determine whether crack sealing, crack filling, or a combination of both will deliver the best long-term result.
A Key Component of Pavement Maintenance
Crack sealing is most effective when incorporated into a comprehensive pavement maintenance strategy. It is commonly performed before surface treatments such as sealcoating, slurry seal, or onyx mastic seal to ensure the pavement is properly protected.
When combined with other maintenance services, crack sealing helps property owners:
- Improve the effectiveness of surface sealants
- Delay major asphalt repair or resurfacing
- Maintain safer, more consistent pavement conditions
- Control long-term maintenance costs
Experience Makes the Difference
Successful crack sealing depends on more than filling visible gaps. Proper cleaning, material selection, and timing determine whether the sealant performs as intended. With more than four decades of experience, Morgan Pavement understands how crack sealing fits into the larger asphalt repair and pavement maintenance process.
As a full-service asphalt contractor with in-house maintenance capabilities, we focus on using the right product for the right situation—helping property owners protect their pavement investment.
If cracks are beginning to appear in your pavement, sealing them now can prevent more extensive repairs later.
Contact us to schedule an evaluation or discuss crack sealing services.
