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Asphalt Patching & Cold Patching

Asphalt patching repairs damaged sections, potholes, and localized failure where the surface has moved past basic maintenance.

Asphalt patching and cold patching in Madison WI showing pothole damage beside a patched asphalt repair

A simple visual showing a pothole-type issue compared with a clean patch repair.

What the service is

Asphalt Patching explained simply

Patching targets a specific damaged area instead of replacing the whole surface. It is used when asphalt is broken, low, rough, or no longer holding together in one section.

What problem it solves

The issue this service is meant for

It helps solve potholes, broken asphalt, uneven spots, and areas that are becoming unsafe or continuing to fall apart.

Why it protects asphalt

How it helps protect the customer’s pavement

  • Stops damaged areas from continuing to grow.
  • Helps prevent water from sitting in broken pavement and making the area worse.
  • Restores function to rough or failed sections.
  • Can extend the usefulness of the pavement when full replacement is not needed yet.

Signs you need it

When it may be time to call AAS

  • There is a pothole, broken section, or crumbling area.
  • A spot keeps holding water or getting worse.
  • The damage is too large for crack filling alone.
  • You want a targeted repair instead of replacing the whole driveway or lot.

Common questions

Asphalt Patching FAQs

What is asphalt patching used for?

Asphalt patching is used to repair damaged sections, potholes, rough spots, or localized pavement failure.

What is cold patching?

Cold patching is a patching method often used for potholes or damaged asphalt areas when a practical repair is needed without a full surface replacement.

When do I need patching instead of crack filling?

Patching is usually needed when the asphalt is broken, crumbling, low, or damaged beyond a simple crack repair.

Can patching extend the life of asphalt?

Patching can help stop damaged areas from growing and can extend the usefulness of pavement when full replacement is not needed yet.

Free estimate

Want to know if asphalt patching or cold patching is the right service?

Send AAS your address, a quick description, and photos if you have them. We’ll review the surface and give you a straightforward recommendation.