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Keep heavy traffic off early
Fresh asphalt needs time to cool and begin curing. Early weight is the fastest way to leave marks.
Customer Care Guide
New Asphalt Care Guide for Albertville MN
Your project is down, the surface looks sharp, and now the next step is protecting that finish. This page gives you a fast, modern guide to what happens next, how to care for the surface, and when to reach out.
Built With Pride
We want the final result to feel as good as it looks
Congratulations again on your new asphalt. Omann Brothers takes pride in clean work, solid preparation, and a finished product that looks right when we leave. If anything does not look the part, or if a concern comes up after installation, contact us and we will do our best to make sure it is right.
"A great paving job is not only how it looks on day one. It is how clearly the customer knows what to expect afterward."
- Family-run paving experience focused on long-term performance, not just a clean finish on install day.
- Clear after-care guidance so customers know what is normal, what to avoid, and when to contact our team.
- Direct follow-up support if something seems off or you want a second look at a new surface.
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If something feels off, call early
Small questions are easier to walk through right away than after extra time, traffic, or weather has added new wear.
Quick Start
The first reminders customers usually need
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Be careful in hot weather
Heat softens young asphalt. Sharp turns, kickstands, trailers, and heavy point loads can leave impressions.
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Protect the edges
Driving off unsupported edges can cause crumbling. Stay fully on the paved surface until edges are backed up.
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Clean spills right away
Gas, oil, diesel, and automotive fluids break down asphalt binders and can soften the surface.
What's Next
What customers can expect after installation
These checkpoints keep the page easy to skim and help customers jump straight to the stage they are in right now.
Day 1
Fresh surface period
You may walk on the asphalt after the crew has left, preferably in closed shoes. Keep vehicles off the surface during the first week.
Week 1
Light use only
After about a week, light driving is usually fine. Avoid hard turns, turning the wheel while stopped, and repeated heavy traffic in the same spot.
Weeks 2 to 4
Parking starts carefully
Parking is generally safer after about two weeks, but hot weather still matters. Spread weight under trailers, jacks, and other heavy contact points.
Long term
Routine upkeep wins
Watch for cracks, seal them when needed, clean debris, and plan for sealcoating later in the life of the pavement to extend performance.
Protect It
Simple habits that keep new asphalt looking sharper, longer
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Do
- Use water to cool the surface on very hot days before driving or parking.
- Move vehicles around so weight is not always concentrated in the same area.
- Keep the pavement clear of dirt, standing debris, and vegetation.
- Use boards or pads under heavy trailers, jacks, dumpsters, or furniture legs.
- Call if a new surface concern stands out visually and you want it reviewed.
Do Not
- Park too early or leave heavy vehicles sitting during the initial curing period.
- Turn wheels sharply while stopped, especially in heat.
- Drive off the edge of the asphalt where support is limited.
- Let gas, diesel, oil, or transmission fluid sit on the surface.
- Ignore small cracks or weed growth once they start to appear.
Seasonal Care
How to think about your asphalt through the year
Minnesota weather puts real stress on pavement. A simple seasonal rhythm helps customers understand what changes are normal and what action helps most.
Spring
Inspect for cracks after freeze-thaw cycles and clear winter debris from the surface and edges.
Summer
Watch heat-related softness, avoid sharp turns, and cool the surface with water before heavy use if needed.
Fall
Seal cracks before winter where possible and remove leaves or organic buildup that can trap moisture.
Winter
Use caution with plows or metal edges and avoid digging into the asphalt during snow removal.
When To Reach Out
Know the moments where our team should hear from you
This page is built to reduce guesswork, but it should also make it easy for customers to know when a direct conversation is the better next step.
Something does not look the part
If the new surface raises a concern visually, send us a note or call so we can review it with you.
A truck or heavy object left a mark
Fresh asphalt can deform under point loads. Contact us early so we can discuss what happened and next options.
You are unsure what is normal
If you would rather ask than guess, that is the right move. We would rather talk through it than have you worry about it.
Need a quick answer?
Call 763-497-8259 or email paving@omanninc.com.
FAQ
Fast answers for the questions customers ask most
Use this section as a quick-reference area when sending the page after a project is finished.
Walking is typically fine after the crew leaves, but vehicles should stay off for about one week. Parking should usually wait closer to two weeks.
Heat makes asphalt more pliable, especially when it is still young. Cooling it with water before heavier use can help reduce marks during hot weather.
Heavy delivery traffic too early can leave marks or deform the surface. If large vehicles are expected soon after installation, use caution and contact us if you want project-specific guidance.
For most new asphalt, the first sealcoat should wait about 1 to 2 years so the pavement has time to cure. After that, timing depends on wear and exposure.
Over time, weather and freeze-thaw cycles can lead to cracking. That is a maintenance reality of asphalt, and sealing cracks when they appear helps protect the pavement.
Reach out. If something does not look the part, we want to hear about it and do our best to make sure it is right.
Still have questions?
Contact Us
Send customers here for quick guidance, then send them to us for the conversation.
Call 763-497-8259 or email paving@omanninc.com if you want us to take a closer look or walk through the care steps together.