Planning ranges
These are rough ranges for typical residential work in the East Mountains. Size, access, travel distance and the condition of the base all move the number, and small jobs often have a minimum charge. Your written estimate is the real price.
| Repair | Typical range | When it fits |
|---|---|---|
| Crack sealing (hot pour) | about $1–$3 per linear foot | Cracks up to about 1 inch, surface still sound |
| Pothole / patch (saw-cut and replace) | about $8–$20 per sq ft | Isolated holes or soft spots |
| Edge repair | about $10–$25 per linear foot | Crumbling sides where tires run off |
| Sealcoating | about $0.25–$0.60 per sq ft | Gray, dry surface with minor cracks |
| Overlay (new 1.5–2" layer) | about $3–$5 per sq ft | Widespread surface cracking, sound base |
| Remove and replace | see our cost guide | Failed base, ruts, alligator cracking everywhere |
How to tell which one you need
Thin, separate cracks
Crack sealing and sealcoat. Cheap, and it stops water from getting under the drive.
A few potholes
Saw-cut patches with compacted base underneath — not a shovel of cold patch.
Cracks everywhere, but flat
An overlay, if the base underneath hasn't moved.
Ruts, sinking, "alligator" cracks
The base has failed. Patching won't last; replacement will.
What makes a repair last
- Cutting out damaged asphalt to clean, square edges
- Fixing wet or soft base before new asphalt goes in
- Hot-mix asphalt compacted with a roller or plate — not loose cold patch
- Sealing the seams so water can't get back in
- Fixing the drainage that caused the damage
Timing in the East Mountains
Hot-mix repairs and sealcoating need warm, dry weather, so most work happens from spring through early fall. Crack sealing before winter does the most good. See asphalt repair and crack sealing, or call (505) 369-5747 for a free estimate.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cheaper to repair or replace?
Repair is cheaper when the base is sound. Once the base fails, repeated patching costs more over time than replacing.
Can potholes be fixed in winter?
Temporary cold patch can hold until spring, but permanent hot-mix repairs need warmer weather.
Do you have a minimum charge?
Small repairs often carry a trip or minimum charge because of travel and equipment. Ask when you call.
Keep reading
Asphalt Repair & Patching
Full-depth patches for potholes, alligator cracking, sunken spots and crumbling edges.
Learn more →Crack Sealing
Hot-pour rubberized sealant keeps water out of the base before cracks turn into potholes.
Learn more →Asphalt Driveway Cost Guide
Typical 2026 price ranges for driveways, overlays, sealcoating, chip seal and more.
Learn more →