Paving glossary
Crack Routing,
defined plainly.
One term, one honest explanation — from the shop that deals with it daily.
Crack Routing: Widening a crack with a router so hot sealant can fill a clean, uniform reservoir instead of a ragged sliver.
Why it matters on your job: Routed-and-sealed cracks hold years longer than blow-and-go filling — it's the difference between crack repair and crack theater.