POTHOLES are becoming one of the biggest talking points at the moment with the current icy weather, causing chaos for motorists and Local Authorities nationwide. It was reported more than £63m was spent filling in around 970,000 potholes last year, with this years bill expected to be even higher.

Potholes are created when the ‘freeze thaw’ process happens. This is when water gets into cracks in the road surface, freezes and expands, causing the crack. More water gets in and freezes, causing the cracking to get steadily worse, imminently resulting in any motorist’s nightmare – a pothole.

Instarmac Group plc have been providing highways maintenance solutions for over 30 years with its cold lay macadam.  Most recently we have launched our newest product, Ultracrete PERMANENT POTHOLE REPAIR.

Ultracrete Permanent Pothole Repair (PPR) is a suitable solution for roads, pavements, driveways and car parks where potholes need filling. The product can be trafficked instantly in wet, freezing and hot conditions whilist at the same time is compatible with the existing road surface.

 

A simple 4-step application method: 1) Ensure pothole is free of debris and standing water, 2) Apply Ultracrete SCJ spray sealant to pothole edges, 3) Apply the product slightly proud of the pothole, 4) Compact with a hand tamper. This provides any contractor with a quick and effective way of repairing potholes. 

Packed in 25kg contractor friendly plastic containers that are recyclable, contractors and private home owners have a quality product that can be applied immediately – helping towards reducing the amount of potential damage claims as well as providing an environmental solution when signing up for Instarmac’s free Plastic Containers Recycling Scheme.

For further information on Ultracrete Permanent Pothole Repair (PPR) or other products from the Ultracrete range of road repair and highway maintenance products, cements, concretes and surface sealants, or to sign-up for Instarmac’s Plastic Containers Recycling Scheme (available to professional users only) contact the Instarmac® Group plc, Danny Morson Way, Birch Coppice Business Park, Dordon, Tamworth, B78 1SE. Tel: 01827 871871. Fax: 01827 874466. Email: enquiries@instarmac.co.uk   Website: www.permanentpotholerepair.co.uk