Fix Failing Pavement Before It Spreads

Permanent and temporary asphalt repair in the Illinois Valley and the surrounding areas

When potholes open up in your parking lot or a utility cut leaves a trench across your driveway, the damage does not stay contained. Water infiltrates the base, freeze-thaw cycles widen the hole, and vehicle traffic breaks down the surrounding pavement. In the Illinois Valley, delayed repairs turn small failures into full-depth reconstruction projects that cost significantly more than patching when the problem first appears.

Gillan Construction LLC provides asphalt patching for commercial parking lots, roadways, and access drives including pothole repair, utility cut restoration, and trench patching. We offer both permanent hot-mix patches that match the surrounding pavement and temporary cold-patch solutions for winter repairs or interim fixes. Our work extends pavement lifespan, restores surface drainage, and eliminates trip hazards that create liability concerns.

If you need asphalt repairs completed quickly in the Illinois Valley, contact us to review the damage and schedule the work.

What We Do and What the Surface Looks Like After

Permanent patching begins with removing the damaged asphalt and any compromised base material underneath. In the Illinois Valley, we saw-cut the perimeter to create clean edges, excavate to stable subgrade, and compact new aggregate base before applying hot-mix asphalt. The patch is compacted with a roller to match the surrounding pavement height and density.

Once the repair cures, the surface is smooth, level with adjacent pavement, and able to support vehicle loads without settling or cracking. Water drains off the patch instead of pooling in a depression, and the saw-cut edges prevent the repair from separating at the seam. You will notice that vehicles no longer bounce or swerve to avoid the damaged area.

Temporary cold-patch repairs use a petroleum-based mix that can be applied in freezing temperatures or wet conditions. These patches provide a functional surface until weather allows permanent repair, but they require periodic top-off as the material compresses under traffic. We do not perform full resurfacing or sealcoating as part of patching work.

Answers to Common Repair Questions

Asphalt patching involves material selection, timing, and base repair that affect how long the fix will last, so property owners and facility managers usually ask about methods and expectations before approving the work.

What is the difference between permanent and temporary patches?
Permanent patches use hot-mix asphalt applied to a prepared base and compacted to match surrounding pavement. Temporary patches use cold-mix material that can be placed in poor weather but compresses over time and needs replacement.
How long does a permanent patch last?
A properly installed hot-mix patch lasts as long as the surrounding pavement if the base is stable and drainage is adequate. Poor base conditions or standing water will cause any patch to fail prematurely.
When should I use cold patch instead of hot mix?
Cold patch is used when temperatures are too low for hot-mix asphalt to compact properly or when you need a temporary repair during winter. It provides a safe driving surface until permanent repair can be scheduled.
Why do some patches sink after a few months?
Patches sink when the base underneath was not compacted or when water infiltrates and softens the subgrade. We excavate to stable material and compact new base before placing asphalt to prevent settling.
How soon can vehicles drive on a new patch?
Hot-mix asphalt can support light traffic within a few hours and full loads once it cools to ambient temperature, usually the same day. Cold patch is drivable immediately but gains strength as it compresses under traffic.

Gillan Construction LLC handles asphalt patching for commercial properties and roadways in the Illinois Valley where pavement failure needs to be corrected quickly and correctly. If you have potholes, utility cuts, or surface damage that requires attention, reach out to schedule an evaluation and repair.