Asphalt is a very economical choice for all types of pavements in the Las Vegas area. Nevertheless, that does not mean that you want to reconstruct your pavement every eight or nine years. However, unless you maintain your asphalt pavement, you could easily find yourself in that situation. A vital part of any effective pavement maintenance program should include asphalt sealcoating. Without periodic sealcoating applications, the life of your asphalt pavement could be reduced by 50% or more.
What Is Asphalt Sealcoating?
Sealcoating is a protective covering that contractors apply as liquids. As the liquid sealcoat cures, it bonds with the pavement to form a hard shell over the asphalt. This shell serves as a protective barrier between your asphalt pavement and the forces that could damage it.
What Are the Forces That Can Damage Asphalt Pavements?
In the Las Vegas area, the sun is one of asphalt’s most formidable enemies. Ultraviolet radiation steals moisture from asphalt pavements, leaving them brittle and prone to cracking. The average UV index in Las Vegas varies by month, but it ranks as high or very high five months out of the year. UV rays also rob asphalt of its color, leaving it dingy brown or gray. Sealcoating blocks UV rays so that your asphalt pavement can retain its moisture and its luxurious color. Automotive fluids are another formidable enemy, especially for asphalt parking lots. Vehicles that park or drive on your pavement can leak oil, diesel, and other petroleum-based fluids. Petroleum-based automotive fluids break down the asphalt binder that holds the pavement together. The pavement underneath the leaked fluids will turn soft and crumble. Sealcoating buys you more time to remove automotive fluids before they can attack the pavement itself.
Are There Other Benefits of Asphalt Sealcoating?
Besides protecting asphalt pavements from UV rays and automotive fluids, there are a number of other reasons to sealcoat your pavement.
- Sealcoating helps protect your pavement’s structural integrity by preventing water penetration. If water manages to reach the pavement’s subbase, it can inflict structural damage that can be expensive to repair.
- Sealcoating helps asphalt retain its dark color, and darker pavements absorb more heat from the sun than lighter ones. This helps keep the pavement pliable and resilient.
- Sealcoating enhances the curb appeal of your property. The sealcoat can cover tiny surface flaws to give the pavement a smoother appearance. In addition, sealcoating provides an excellent background for pavement markings, which are typically more visible due to the contrast.
- Sealcoating improves traction on your pavement. Pedestrians will be less likely to slip and fall, and motorcyclists will be less likely to skid.
- Sealcoating makes it easier to clean your pavement. The smoother surface means that there are fewer voids in which dirt can hide, so sweepings are faster and more thorough.
When you need superior asphalt sealcoating services at reasonable prices, count on Affordable Striping & Sealing. We use sealcoating products of the highest quality, and we will meticulously prepare your pavement to ensure exceptional results. Our other services include parking lot striping, asphalt crack repair, pavement markings, parking lot design, traffic sign installations, parking lot layout, bumper block installation, parking lot maintenance, and road markings. We serve commercial clients in Boulder City, Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, Paradise, and the rest of the Las Vegas Valley. We are famous for our integrity, professionalism, exemplary service, and exceptional work. You can request a free job quote by calling 702-222-9009, completing our form online, or emailing Estimating@AffordableStriping.com.
