Micro asphalt is a preventative road maintenance treatment that improves the surface of a road and helps protect it from future deterioration.
The treatment involves applying a thin layer of bitumen-based material over the existing road surface. This helps seal the carriageway, improve texture and extend the life of the road without the need for full resurfacing.
Micro asphalt is most commonly used on residential roads where the road remains structurally sound but the surface is beginning to show signs of wear.
Road closures will be in place whilst works are taking place to keep our workers and the public safe. These will be kept to a minimum with access maintained as much as possible.
Why do we use it?
Like many assets, roads last longer when they are maintained before significant damage occurs.
Micro asphalt helps preserve roads in fair condition, preventing deterioration from progressing and delaying the need for more extensive and costly maintenance in the future.
Benefits
- Extends the life of the road.
- Improves the appearance of the carriageway.
- Helps prevent water from entering the road structure.
- Reduces the need for future repairs.
- Causes less disruption than full resurfacing.
What to expect
The treatment is applied directly to the road surface and can initially appear brown before gradually turning black as it cures.
You may notice manhole covers and other ironwork temporarily covered during the process. These are adjusted to the correct level after the treatment has been completed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why wasn’t my road resurfaced instead?
Micro asphalt is only used where the road remains structurally sound. It is designed to preserve roads in reasonable condition before more significant deterioration occurs.
How long will it take to settle?
The appearance of the treatment will continue to improve in the weeks following application as traffic helps compact the material.