Tarmac Cold Lay Ready to Use Macadam 25KG Bag

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Usually, a Tarmac driveway is considered a cheap option. And this is one of its biggest advantages. You can generally buy a cheap Tarmac driveway for about the same price as a gravel drive, but it looks much cleaner and more professional. Not surprisingly, many homeowners jump at the chance of a cheap driveway and readily agree to the proposal. But to be on the safe side, Dave advises not to fix potholes when the temperature is close to freezing. “In best practice, the ground must be frost-free for patching potholes. When assessing the scope of the project, it’s essential to consider the preparation work involved. Sometimes, the existing driveway is in good condition and can be used directly as the foundation. Alternatively, the extent of the foundations and subsequent costs often won’t be evident until the contractor excavates and you find out what’s below the surface. Therefore, be prepared for this and ask the contractor for a worst possible case scenario estimate. Alternatively, agree to an hourly rate for excavation and a set price for Tarmac laying. Dropping the Kerb Usually, these affect the overall price because of the increased complexity of the project, labour and material costs they incur.

Tarmac & Pothole Repair We offer a range of permanent pothole repair & pothole filler materials such as Ultracrete Permanent Pothole Repair, instant tarmac including Ultracrete Instant Road Repair 6 & 10mm, cold joint sealants, line marker paints and anti-skid patch repair. Unfortunately, the contractors are usually unskilled and want to finish as soon as possible. Generally, they cut corners, forget preparation work and do a shoddy job. Drainage is vital to the installation of a driveway, even tarmac ones. This must be installed at this point so it can be as effective as possible at removing excess water from the driveway. Concrete Edgings Instant Road Repair may feel a little stiff & firm to the touch, but this doesn’t mean that the material is unusable or has ‘gone off’. The IRR 10mm pothole repair can sometimes appear firm in the bag or tub, and this can be due to how it has been stored – if stored at the base of a pallet, or how long it has been kept. However the majority of the time it just requires a little light pressure to reactivate the binder within the tarmac to soften it up. How do I soften up my Instant Road Repair?Usually, a driveway installation contractor supplies their own machines and equipment and will factor the cost of these into your quotation. However, for your information, here are the typical prices for the following pieces of equipment: You can expect a gravel driveway to last up to 100 years if well maintained and weeded regularly. Pros

If the tarmac is severely damaged, or the potholes are quite large, we recommend removing the top 6mm layer of the damaged tarmac and laying a new 6mm topping. The new layer will then bond more easily to the surface below. Top Tip: We recommend during colder temperatures, to store your bag of IRR at room temperature overnight prior to use, or alternatively placing it in the footwell of your vehicle with the heating on. This helps to soften the cold-lay making it more pliable, and easier to apply. Bedding Mortars We supply a range of fast set, cement & resin based bedding mortars which are ideal for installing manhole covers, utility access covers, frames, highways ironwork and the bonding of granite, sandstone & porphyry setts, paving slabs, flags and bedding kerbs. Our range of high strength, bedding mortars mean roads, footpaths & highways can be reopened to traffic in as little as 40 minutes, meaning less disruption for the general public.As long as IRR Red 6mm is used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, it provides a permanent pothole repair material that will last for years. How long will Instant Road Repair Red take to set? Shelf Life: 6 months from date of manufacture in sealed units. Once opened, all material should be used up. (DOM usually found on the lid or side of tub or bag for queries please call 0330 122 1025). UltraCrete Instant Road Repair 6mm is a permanent cold-lay asphalt & pothole repair material for repairs to types 3 and 4 high speed roads. HAPAS Approved since 2002, it is instantly trafficable, causing the minimum amount of disruption to both pedestrians and road users. Ideal for planned and reactive repairs, Instant Road Repair 10mm can be used in all weathers. How long will Instant Road Repair 10mm last?