Over time, harsh weather, heat and improper care, an asphalt driveway can develop fine to moderate cracks or it can be damaged by abuse. But these damages can be common and yet easy to repair. By properly preparing your asphalt project and by giving it proper maintenance by a qualified technician, your asphalt driveway, walkway or parking lot can go a long way to provide you with good service for a long time. But leaving your asphalt project without proper maintenance can lead to long-term substantial damage.