What Makes For A Successful Sealcoating Job?

Standard asphalt is designed to be non-porous, and the sticky, oily substance does a great job of holding the aggregates together with a tight bond that keeps water out. While fresh asphalt is meant to be waterproof, the bonds can eventually begin to break down after exposure to the weather, friction and weight from heavy traffic. Performing a sealcoating job within a suitable time frame after pavement installation is important for protecting fresh asphalt, and we’ll also recommend doing it again every one to two years. Knowing what to look for during this process helps you to make sure the sealant application is a success.

What Is Sealcoating Made From?

There is a wide range of different binders, fillers, clays and special chemicals that go into making asphalt sealcoating materials. The type of material that an asphalt contractor chooses can make a big difference in the outcome of the sealcoating project. The three main types of materials that we can choose from are refined tar, an asphalt emulsion sealer and specialty resin.

Each one of these has specific qualities that could make them better than the others, depending upon the project. For instance, refined tar tends to be an affordable option, but asphalt emulsion sealer is more environmentally friendly and is capable of preventing cracks in harsh climates.

How Do You Plan a Successful Sealcoating Job?

Every successful parking lot sealcoating project begins with a pavement assessment that helps your contractor develop a plan that is based upon the specific features of the paved area. They’ll take notes on the history of the surface, such as whether or not it has ever been sealed.

Your contractor will also look for cracks and other signs of damage. When they are finished, they can give you an estimate on the sealcoating parking lot cost while also discussing the steps they’ll need to take to ensure the project’s success.

Do You Need to Do Repairs Before a Sealcoating Job?

Prepping the pavement surface is a major part of every successful Las Vegas sealcoating project. A seal coat can fill in hairline cracks, but we may first need to use special filling materials to fix bigger ones. We always clean the surface of pavement before we begin a project, but heavily soiled areas may need special cleaning. Getting all of that greasy oil and grime up gives the sealcoat a better grip on the surface.

Get a Free Pavement Assessment for Your Sealcoating Project

Affordable Striping puts our expert touch on every Las Vegas sealcoating project we complete. Our parking lot maintenance and asphalt crack repair services further help to keep the pavement in top condition, and we make it easy to finish up your project by providing parking lot striping along with top-notch traffic road markings and traffic signs to keep everyone safe. We’ll even help you design your parking lot layout after sealcoating when you call us at 702-222-9009 or drop us a line using our simple online form.