Sealcoating your asphalt is an incredible way to protect your investment! Not only does it extend the lifespan of your asphalt for years, but it can also save you thousands of dollars on expensive repairs down the line. Check out the examples below to see the different stages of asphalt deterioration and discover why sealing is a must!
This illustrates how asphalt deteriorates, leading to the formation of a pothole. This occurs due to the freezing and thawing of water that penetrates the surface, a process known as "heaving."
This phenomenon is known as a Full Break. It occurs due to the processes of thaw and freezing. The asphalt becomes completely separated, enabling water to penetrate further and cause additional deterioration.
Hot rubberized crack filling prevents water from penetration and further weakening the base structure and heaving the asphalt upward.
This phenomenon is known as Alligator Cracking. It signifies the most severe stage of decomposition. If your asphalt appears this way, the affected area should be removed and replaced.
The image on the left depicts damaged asphalt that permits water to seep into the underlying structure. The image on the right illustrates the result of properly sealing your asphalt every 3 years on average, which prevents any water from reaching the base structure further extending the life.
Sealcoating not only defends against water and the elements but also protects the binding agent in asphalt from damaging UV rays.