If your asphalt pavement appears stained, faded, or shows signs of cracking, it's time for a restoration. The secret to this rejuvenation? Sealcoating!
Sealcoating is a cost-effective, crucial part of asphalt maintenance that can prolong the lifespan of your pavement, ultimately saving you money. Over time, elements like UV rays from the sun, vehicle and foot traffic, rain, and vehicle fluids can cause harm to your asphalt surface, leading to premature cracking, fading, and more.
Consistent maintenance can prevent these minor damages from evolving into significant, costly repairs. Ready to understand the perks of sealcoating and how it functions?
Also referred to as pavement sealing, sealcoating is a proactive approach required to safeguard your asphalt from severe damage like alligator cracks, dips, and potholes. It involves applying a thin liquid layer of asphalt-based aggregate over the existing paved surface, which must then dry and cure for 24 – 48 hours before use.
Ideal sealing weather is typically mornings with temperatures between 60°F and 90°F and clear sunny skies. In Texas, this usually means fall and early spring when temperatures are moderate.
Cost-Effective in the Long Run
Regularly maintaining your asphalt pavement with sealcoating saves you money over time. Applying sealcoating to your asphalt surface every 2 – 3 years, or as needed, minimizes long-term repair costs and extends the life of your pavement.
Enhances Asphalt Durability and Curb Appeal
Sealcoating fills surface damage and provides a protective layer to shield against water, vehicle fluids, and damaging UV rays, thereby helping your asphalt pavement last longer. Regular sealcoating can boost your pavement's lifespan by 20 – 30 years and cut down on serious repairs during that time. Fresh sealcoating also revives your asphalt's clean, new look, enhancing the curb appeal and value of your property.
Prevents Fading
Over time, prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, standing water, and harsh weather conditions can cause asphalt to fade. While fading doesn't harm the asphalt, it's a warning sign of possible future damages. Sealcoating not only protects your asphalt from these elements, but it also revives its appearance, making it look brand new.
Guards Against Oil and Gas Stains
Oil and gas leaks are inevitable, especially in busy commercial properties or industrial lots servicing hundreds of vehicles daily. Once oil and gas stains have fully set, they're almost impossible to remove. These chemical compounds can slowly eat away at your asphalt pavement, penetrating from the surface down to the subgrade and foundation, potentially weakening the structural integrity of your asphalt pavement. Sealcoating shields your pavement from this permanent damage.
Preparation is Key
Sealcoating isn't a quick fix for existing asphalt damages; it's a protective measure to avoid future damages. Hence, before applying sealcoating, the surface must be cleared of all dirt, and oil and gas stains must be removed. Any minor repairs must be made as well. Proper cleaning and preparation before sealcoating will ensure a robust asphalt foundation.
Water-Resistant
Though snow and ice aren't significant concerns in Texas, it's worth knowing that sealcoating helps these elements melt faster. Sealcoating also protects your asphalt from pooling water and water penetration, which is particularly useful given Texas's regular rainfall.
If you're ready to take action and schedule maintenance for your asphalt surfaces, we invite you to contact our asphalt company. Our team of experienced professionals can provide you with high-quality maintenance and repairs that will keep your asphalt surfaces looking their best for years to come. Contact us today to learn more or to schedule a consultation.
