Paving glossary
Cold Patch,
defined plainly.
One term, one honest explanation — from the shop that deals with it daily.
Cold Patch: Bagged asphalt that stays workable at air temperature, used for temporary repairs. It never gains the strength of hot mix.
Why it matters on your job: We'll tell you honestly when cold patch is the right stopgap for winter — and when it's just postponing a proper hot repair.
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