The Small Print:

Driveway Sealcoating

It is important that you understand the services that are being offered and you have reasonable expectations consistent with industry standards, which we strive to exceed.  Please read the details below and contact us if you have questions or concerns.

How long will the job last?

The term ‘last’ means different things to different people.  Sealcoating is a maintenance act and wear off technically starts on day 1.  You will have some wear in the first year, especially through the course of winter.  Many variables affect the longevity of any sealcoating job; primarily pre-existing condition, level of use, sun exposure/tree shade, chemical spills, water drainage, and weather related factors (like snow falls and snow removal).  Two driveways done on the same day, with the same sealant, may have drastically different life times.  You are protected against sealant ‘failure’, which is rare.  Failure is often obvious as extensive deterioration is evident within months and there is no apparent cause.  There is no extended warranty on hot rubber crackfiller because the longevity is mostly related to how wide the crack is and how much your ground shifts during freeze/thaw cycles.  Please note that cracks are still protected by crackfiller even when it has split. 

Asphalt sealants protect, preserve and beautify. They do not repair:

Damaged and failing asphalt will not be ‘fixed’ by sealant.  More extensive repairs may be needed.

Asphalt sealants will not:

• Raise low areas

• Fill cracks

• Completely smooth out a rough surface

• Completely mask surface texture differences, like crackfiller, oil damage, and other imperfections

Thicker or stronger?

While there are inferior sealants that are watered down and far too thin, thicker is not fundamentally better.  A great sealant and an awful one may have the same consistency.  The chemical composition of high quality sealants make it protective, durable, and attractive; but not necessarily ‘thick’.  In fact, budget sealants sold in stores may appear thicker because they have a gelatin added to keep the sealant in suspension for shelf life.  This gelatin dissipates into nothing after application.  Our sealant has clay, latex and sand added to the superior base product and has the consistency of hand lotion