Pothole appearances are very common during the winter months and are caused by water infiltrating the cracks within a surface and later freezing over – this causes the surface to expand. As heavy cars or lorries pass over these surfaces, it causes the material to weaken, causing the pothole to become larger and more troublesome over time. It has been reported over the last year that around 1.7 million potholes were filled – the equivalent to one every 19 seconds.
As you may be aware, potholes on the road can be a huge danger to cars, vehicles, and cyclists. Statistics show that more than 250 cyclists were killed or seriously injured in crashes caused by potholes between 2014 and 2019.
How can you fix potholes?
Tarmac
Tarmac has been listed as one of the quickest and most cost-effective ways to fix a pothole. It is most commonly used on roads and pavements and when carrying out car park resurfacing, preventing contractors from having to completely dig up and relay a new surface.
Asphalt
Asphalt is great for repairing potholes as it can be used all year round. This material is a great option to go for due to its thickness, it helps absorb the impact of any heavy vehicles and constant traffic, making it perfect to use on roads and highways. Contact us if you think you need road surfacing specialists.
How can we help?
We are experts in pothole repairs. Potholes must be repaired and maintained properly to prevent the problem becoming even worse, that’s why we recommend leaving it to a professional surfacing contractor. At A&MT Contractors, we have completed thousands of pothole repairs for noteworthy clients, including Peterborough Cathedral and local councils. We also offer an emergency pothole repair service in which we aim to repair potholes within 48 hours of your call.
Looking for a pothole repair quote?
Our manager can personally visit your site for a free site survey at a time to suit you. We operate 24/7, meaning we can work around your schedule and business needs. Contact our friendly team today to get started.
