The benefits of Asphalt Seal Coating

Atlantic Asphalt Paving Seal-Coating is quite porous, and it is easily damaged. And thus, asphalt driveway requires frequent repairs, which are both, difficult and pricey.

The most convenient and cost-effective solution to avoid these repairs, is the maintenance of your asphalt driveway. One of the easiest ways to extend the life of your driveway is by asphalt sealcoating it.

Seal-coating is an easy and inexpensive process that can keep your driveway in great condition. Seal-coat is a liquid coating mixture that’s usually applied to asphalt-based pavement. Seal-coating could doubles the life of your driveway.

Benefits of Asphalt Seal-coating:

1. Protection

The asphalt sealer used in seal-coating helps to protect against outside agents that can be damaging.Asphalt seal-coating fills surface voids, which help to reduce exposure to oxygen and UV rays and reduces the depth to which oil or gas can penetrate the asphalt.

Seal-coating provides long-term protection to the asphalt from the sun as well as the harmful effects of chemical spills such as oil and gasoline.

2. Water proof

Atlantic Asphalt Paving Seal-Coating

Water is one of the most damaging agents to your pavement. Seal-coating acts as a waterproofing agent. It covers small cracks and reduces the rate of water permeation. This helps to prevent seepage and to stop cracks from forming due to ice wedging.

Seal-coating your driveway protects it against rain, frost, and water overflow. Moisture can work its way under the asphalt and can cause cracking which disrupts the surface integrity.

3. Durability

Seal-coating can significantly lengthen the lifespan of asphalt Seal-coat helps attract heat from sunlight and becomes more pliable when hot. Instead of the asphalt cracking at high temperatures, the seal-coat will mold to shape. This makes cracks in your driveway much less likely, as the seal-coat can withstand pressure from traffic and wear and tear.

4. Appearance

Seal-coating boosts the appearance of asphalt pavement. In fact, appearance is one reason many property managers seal-coat their pavement every year because seal-coating enhances the appearance of your landscape or building. Seal-coating will help asphalt to maintain it’s aesthetic for a longer period. It naturally looks well-maintained compared to asphalt.

5. Cost Effective

Seal-coating is much more affordable than replacing asphalt. If damage to your driveway isn’t extensive, then seal-coating could save you thousands of dollars.

6. Easy Maintenance

Seal-coating keeps your driveway maintained and reduces the frequency of repairs and asphalt fixes.Not only is seal-coating affordable but it also lowers cleaning cost.

It leaves a smooth surface which can be quickly swept with a broom. You can also wash them without fear of water seeping into cracks and deteriorating your driveway.

In conclusion, it is apparent there are countless benefits of seal-coating your asphalt pavement. Seal-coating is both a hassle-free and sensible regular maintenance item for your parking lot.

Here at Atlantic Asphalt Paving, we construct and repair asphalt pavements We have the experience, skills and equipment’s to perform the job with precision and accuracy- at an affordable price.

If you think your parking lot needs to be seal coated, then call us TODAY or book an appointment for a free estimate.