Honest Asphalt Repair That Fixes the Root Cause, Not Just the Symptom
Northeast Ohio’s freeze-thaw cycles, heavy summer storms, and constant commercial traffic put real strain on parking lots, drive aisles, and driveways. Properties in Cleveland, OH that show cracking, settling, potholes, or surface failure are dealing with damage that almost always gets worse — fast — if it is not addressed correctly. MRH Paving & Sealcoating has been the asphalt repair contractor that property managers and business owners across the region call when they need the work done right the first time, with no shortcuts and no inflated scopes.
Founded in 2004 by Michael Humphreys, MRH has built two decades of reputation on giving customers honest assessments and durable repairs. If a small fix will hold, we say so. If the problem runs deeper than the surface, we explain exactly why — and we fix it at the level where it is actually failing.
Common Asphalt Problems We Repair
- Potholes — Localized failures that expose the base and create safety hazards
- Alligator Cracking — Interconnected cracks that indicate base failure beneath the surface
- Linear and Transverse Cracking — Long cracks from thermal stress and base movement
- Edge Cracking — Failure along pavement edges where support is weakest
- Raveling and Surface Loss — Aggregate loosening from the surface, leading to roughness and deterioration
- Settled or Sunken Areas — Base failure or drainage issues creating depressions that hold water
- Failed Patches — Previous repairs that have come loose or failed because the underlying problem was not addressed
Our Asphalt Repair Solutions
Crack Filling and Sealing
Hot-pour rubberized sealant for cracks that are still tight
Surface Patching
Skin patches over surface-only deterioration where the base is sound
Full-Depth Patching
Saw-cut, remove, and replace through the entire pavement section when the base is involved
Pothole Repair
Hot-mix permanent repairs that match the surrounding pavement
Base Repair
Excavation, base correction, and full-depth replacement for sections where the base has failed
Drainage Corrections
Repairs that include grade adjustments to eliminate ponding water that causes future failure
What Makes MRH Repairs Last
- Honest Diagnosis — We identify whether the damage is surface-only or base-related, and we recommend repair scope accordingly
- Saw-Cut Edges — Clean vertical cuts around full-depth patches create durable joints, not feathered tape lines that fail in a season
- Tack Coat at Every Joint — Bonding agent on vertical edges ensures the patch becomes part of the pavement
- Proper Hot-Mix Asphalt — Real hot-mix at the right temperature, not cold patch shortcuts on permanent repairs
- Full Compaction — Patches are rolled and compacted to match the surrounding pavement density
- Drainage Considered — A repair that does not address the water causing the problem will fail again
Why Choose MRH Paving & Sealcoating for Asphalt Repair
- 22 Years of Repair Experience — Founded in 2004, with two decades of repair work across Northeast Ohio
- Veteran Crew, Together Since High School — Same team, same standards, real teamwork on every repair
- Honest Quoting — We never inflate scopes, and we will tell you when a small repair is genuinely enough
- Production Volume Behind Us — Over 70,000 tons of asphalt placed, including extensive repair work
- Reputation We Will Not Compromise — We will turn a job down before delivering a repair that will not hold
- Commercial Workflow Skill — Repairs phased and scheduled around tenant and customer access
Frequently Asked Questions About Asphalt Repair
How do I know if my lot needs a small repair or a major reconstruction?
We do that evaluation on-site. Surface-only damage usually responds well to targeted repair. Widespread alligator cracking, recurring patch failures, and severe settlement typically indicate base problems that need a larger scope. We are honest about which situation applies.
Related Services
Repair-related services that may apply to your project:
- Asphalt patching — Permanent patches for failed pavement sections
- Pothole repair — Fast response for safety-critical pavement failures
- Crack filling work — Preventive treatment before cracks become bigger problems
- Asphalt maintenance programs — Scheduled care that prevents repairs from becoming necessary
Request an Asphalt Repair Evaluation
Pavement problems on your property in Cleveland, OH? Contact MRH Paving & Sealcoating for a free on-site evaluation. We will walk the property, identify what is actually wrong, and recommend the repair scope that will actually hold.
MRH Paving & Sealcoating, LLC
Phone: (440) 867-4766
Email: mrhpaving@aol.com
