When scheduling routine home maintenance for your appliances, plumbing system, and roof, consider paying attention to your asphalt paving. It is easy to overlook the condition of your asphalt paving until it is too late, and you might have to plan for an entire replacement. If you want to care for your paved surfaces, you'll need to learn how to tell if they are deteriorating and call the professionals to repair them. The following are clear indications that your asphalt paving needs repair services. 

1. Cracks

Faint lines showing on an asphalt pavement surface are never a good sign. If left unattended, the sub-base beneath continues to disintegrate and form larger cracks. Depending on the extent of damage, the paving contractors might recommend sealing the cracks to prevent further damage or digging up the location of the cracks to fix the sub-base. Therefore, it is best to report the issue as soon as possible to save money and avoid extensive repairs.

2. Faded Shade

The uppermost layer of the asphalt driveway withstands heat and light from the sun. Unfortunately, its shade might fade or turn light gray with time. Moisture and normal aging may also contribute to discoloration. Chemical stains left behind by vehicle fluids can corrode the binder used on the pavement. Scrubbing the stains might not offer lasting solutions. However, seal coating the surface can help restore or preserve the dark and deep rich color of asphalt. Routine maintenance and timely repairs prevent stains and discoloration.

3. Potholes and Water Pools

When you fail to repair cracks and holes on the driveways, the entry points cause moisture infiltration into the foundation. As a result, the sub-base slowly erodes and makes the upper surface unstable, eventually caving in. Cars also exert immense pressure on the surface, causing depressions.

You might also notice that water tends to pool in certain areas when it rains. It can happen due to poor drainage or uneven surfaces. Therefore, you should schedule an appointment with the paving contractors to determine the best way forward.

4. Crumbling Edges

Properly installed asphalt pavements have stable edges and might be reinforced with concrete gutters. Unfortunately, the edges might wear out over time and break apart. You'll know if you find debris in the gutters or if the edges seem misaligned. Consider scheduling repairs with the experts to remove and replace the affected edges. This might help prolong the pavement's lifespan.  

If you notice any of the signs discussed above, consider contacting the experts immediately. Timely repairs go a long way to prevent extensive damage and lower vehicle damage risks.

Contact a company like W.N. Yoss Construction Inc to learn more.