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Serving Fontana, CA and surrounding areas. (909) 775-1547
Cracks, potholes, and sunken spots get worse fast in Fontana's heat. We find the root cause first, fix it properly, and give you a repair that actually holds.
Asphalt repair in Fontana means removing or patching damaged sections of your driveway or parking area, then filling them with fresh asphalt that is compacted and leveled to match the surrounding surface. Most residential driveway repairs wrap up in a single day, and the work costs a fraction of what a full replacement runs - as long as the base underneath is still solid.
The key step that separates a lasting repair from one that fails in a season is base assessment. Fontana sits on clay-bearing soils that shift with seasonal moisture, and that movement is behind most of the cracks and potholes homeowners deal with here. If a contractor just fills the surface without checking underneath, the problem comes right back. We assess the base on every job before deciding on the repair approach - sometimes a patch is the right call, sometimes asphalt crack sealing handles isolated surface damage, and sometimes the base needs rebuilding first.
We serve homeowners and property managers across Fontana and the Inland Empire. If you are not sure whether your driveway needs a patch or a full replacement, give us a call - we will give you an honest answer, not a sales pitch.
Small hairline cracks are normal in aging asphalt, but when they start connecting or forming a web pattern, the surface is breaking down. In Fontana's heat, open cracks let UV rays further degrade the material beneath, turning a minor fix into a much larger one if left alone.
A pothole or low spot means the base material beneath the surface has shifted or washed out. This is not just cosmetic - it can damage tires and create a tripping hazard. Ground movement common in the Inland Empire can cause these depressions even on driveways that carry light traffic.
When the edges of your driveway start breaking apart, the asphalt is losing its binding strength. Edges have less structural support than the center, so they go first. Once they start crumbling, damage moves inward quickly and the repair scope grows.
Standing water on your driveway after one of the region's periodic rain events means the surface has developed low spots or the drainage slope has been compromised. That water works its way into cracks and weakens the base, leading to faster deterioration with every wet season.
Our repair process starts with a base assessment, not a surface patch. We clean out the damaged sections, cut clean edges around any areas being patched, and remove loose or failed material before any fresh asphalt goes in. For spots where the base has shifted, we address that layer first - otherwise the same crack comes back within a season. For widespread surface deterioration where the base is still solid, resurfacing is often the better value than patching individual spots one at a time. Our asphalt crack sealing service handles isolated surface cracks before they open further.
After a repair, protecting the surface extends the life of the work significantly. Our pothole repair team can address deeper structural damage in the same visit when multiple issues exist on the same property. We also advise on sealcoating timing after the repair has fully cured, which in Fontana's climate is one of the most effective ways to slow re-deterioration and get more years out of the surface.
Best for isolated cracks, small potholes, or crumbled spots where the base beneath is still solid and stable.
For spots where the base has shifted or failed - excavation, base rebuild, and new asphalt to end the recurring crack cycle.
Suits driveways with widespread surface deterioration but a sound base - a fresh layer over the entire area at lower cost than full replacement.
For properties where standing water is contributing to surface damage - drainage regrading combined with patching in a single visit.
Two factors make asphalt repair in Fontana harder than in most California cities: the heat and the soils. Summer temperatures that regularly exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit soften the surface and accelerate the breakdown of the binder that holds asphalt together. The best repair windows are spring and fall - roughly March through May and September through November - when daytime highs are warm enough for proper compaction but not so extreme that the mix cures before it can be properly worked. Summer repairs are possible with experienced crews who know how to manage the heat, but timing matters more here than it does in coastal markets.
The clay-bearing soils across much of the Inland Empire expand when wet and shrink when dry, and that seasonal movement is behind most of the recurring cracks homeowners deal with year after year. We work regularly in Rialto and Colton, where the same soil conditions apply, and our repair approach accounts for that ground movement at every job. Filling the surface without addressing the base just moves the problem a season down the road.
Call or submit the form and we will reply within one business day to arrange a visit. We will not quote a price without seeing the job - the extent of base damage is not always visible from the surface, and anyone who prices a repair without looking is guessing.
Before any work begins, we evaluate the base beneath the surface damage - not just what you can see on top. In Fontana, where soil movement is a factor, this determines whether you need a surface patch, a base repair, or a full resurface.
The crew cleans the damaged area, cuts clean edges, removes loose material, and addresses the base if needed before placing fresh hot-mix asphalt. Proper preparation is what separates a repair that lasts several years from one that fails within a season.
We tell you exactly how long to stay off the repaired area - at least 24 hours for foot traffic and 48 to 72 hours for vehicles. We also advise on sealcoating timing after full curing, which is especially worthwhile given Fontana's UV intensity.
Free in-person estimate, written quote before any work starts. We reply within one business day.
(909) 775-1547A quote given without seeing the job is a guess. We come to your property, probe the base, and tell you what is actually happening beneath the surface before recommending a repair approach. That assessment is what determines whether a patch or a rebuild is the right call.
We know how to work in Fontana's conditions - scheduling early-morning starts on hot days, using the right mix for summer temperatures, and accounting for the clay soil movement that causes recurring cracks. Contractors who do not know these factors tend to produce repairs that fail within a season.
Every job comes with a written estimate that details exactly what work will be done and at what price. We also back our repairs with a clear warranty - so if a patch fails prematurely, you have something in writing to point to. Learn more about industry repair standards through the Asphalt Institute.
California requires paving contractors to hold a state-issued license. You can verify ours through the CSLB online portal before you commit. Unlicensed paving crews are common in the Inland Empire, and homeowners who hire them have no legal protection when the work fails.
Every repair we do is approached the same way we would want our own driveway handled - honest base assessment, proper preparation, and a finished surface that sits flush and holds up. That is why Fontana homeowners call us back for additional work instead of having to start over with someone new.
Seal individual surface cracks before they widen and allow water to reach the base.
Learn MoreFill and compact potholes and deep structural voids in driveways and parking areas.
Learn MoreBeat the summer heat - get your driveway fixed now before Inland Empire temperatures make the damage worse.