Where Potholes Appear Changes the Decision
An isolated hole in otherwise sound pavement is different from a cluster of failures or a long broken edge. Drainage, traffic, and previous patches can help explain whether a focused repair is enough.
A pothole beside a drain or low spot may keep receiving water; a hole in a wheel path may take repeated loads. Those conditions should be part of the repair discussion, not hidden under new material.
- A driveway entrance with a single broken area.
- A parking lot wheel path with repeated impact.
- An area near a low spot that holds water.
- Several neighboring holes that may signal broader failure.
Seasonal Water Can Worsen Openings
Delaware can experience rain, sleet, and freezing conditions. Water entering broken pavement may make an existing hole more troublesome, especially where drainage is poor. The actual site condition determines when and how a patch can be prepared.
- Note whether water stands in or near the hole.
- Photograph the full damaged area and nearby cracking.
- Discuss site access and weather conditions before scheduling work.