Sealcoat/ Pavement Sealing
Why Sealcoat?
Sealcoating or pavement sealing involves applying a thin, liquid layer of asphalt emulsion over the surface of asphalt pavement, used to extend its life. The sealcoat forms a protective barrier between the pavement and destructive elements such as UV rays, water, and chemicals like oil and gasoline.
One of the key factors in asphalt's deterioration is oxidation, which occurs when UV rays penetrate the surface. Over time, this process hardens the asphalt, making it brittle and more prone to cracking. Sealcoating acts like sunscreen, blocking out UV rays and slowing down oxidation.
Water is another enemy of asphalt. Without protection, water can seep into small cracks, freeze, and expand, causing more significant damage. Sealcoating helps fill small surface cracks, preventing water from penetrating the asphalt and leading to potholes.
Key benefits of sealcoating:
- Protects against UV damage:
The sun's ultraviolet rays can degrade asphalt, causing cracking; sealcoating acts as a barrier against this damage. - Water resistance:
Sealcoating prevents water from seeping into cracks, which can expand during freezing temperatures. - Enhanced appearance:
A fresh sealcoat application gives the asphalt a renewed, black look, improving the overall aesthetic. - Extended lifespan:
By protecting the asphalt from the elements, sealcoating can significantly extend its lifespan, reducing the need for costly repairs. - Easier maintenance:
A sealed surface is smoother and easier to clean, allowing for simpler debris removal. - Chemical resistance:
Sealcoating can help protect the asphalt from damaging chemicals like motor oil and gasoline. - Snow and ice management:
Sealcoating can help accelerate snow and ice melting, reducing the risk of further damage during winter.
To summarize, sealcoating every two to three years will extend the life of your asphalt pavement for minimal cost. When applied appropriately and at the right time, sealcoating prevents oxidation, sealcoating stops weather damage, and sealcoating beautifies pavement.
Allowing Proper Drying Time
Depending on the product and your weather conditions, this typically ranges from 24 to 48 hours. Block off the driveway to prevent use until it has fully dried.
Note: While sealcoating can benefit your pavement in many ways, it’s important to understand that it is not a structural improvement. Sealcoating your pavement is like painting your house: it protects and improves appearance but provides no structural benefit.
Sealcoating Process
1. Preparation
- Evaluate the current condition of your asphalt surface and foundation
- Clean the asphalt surface with rotary brooms, hand steel brooms and/or commercial sweepers
- Shut off sources of water runoff such as sprinkler systems
- Cut back bushes, grass away from the asphalt
- Prime oil and gasoline spots
- Block off areas when needed
2. Driveway repair
- Fill cracks
- Repair potholes
- Replace severely damaged areas
3. Application
- Prepare the proper mixture of sealant for your pavement needs
- Hand cut in on the edge of areas to ensure clean edges
- Apply one to two coats of asphalt sealer for long-lasting results
4. Restriping
- Restripe or apply pavement markings if needed
5. Cleanup
- Clean all areas of the project prior to leaving
Seal Coating Materials used by Western Washington Asphalt
Armor Seal A 150
Currently Asphalt Sealcoating Materials Western Washington Asphalt prefers to apply to Residential Asphalt Driveways and Commercial Parking Lots is Amor Seal A 150 from Cascade Asphalt Sealing Company !
A Little about Armor Seal A150
Armor Seal A-150 HD is the Ready-to-Use (RTU) version of Cascade Asphalt's premier asphalt sealer, Armor Seal A-150 HD offering sealcoating professionals the convenience and peace of mind that it shall deliver optimum performance, without any guess work or possibility of operator errors. It is a high performance, mineral reinforced asphalt emulsion sealer, blended with polymers and specialty surfactants for superior adhesion, flexibility, and durability.
Outstanding Properties of Armor Seal A-150 HD (RTU):
•Highly Durable-Polymerized sealer provides tough surface for fewer power steering marks.
•Smooth, skid-resistant and non-tracking surface finish.
•Superior flexibility with ability to bridge over minor cracks.
•Rubberized for added flexibility, adhesion, and resistance to wear.
•Superior Water repellency, to re-emulsification in the de-icing of salts
•Dries fast to a beautiful/black color.
•Higher solid's content
•Formulated with specialty mineral fillers for color retention.
Expert Asphalt Services by Western Washington Asphalt LLC
We provide Sealcoat & Asphalt services in most Washington State Counties including but not limited to, King County, Pierce County, Snohomish County, Kitsap County, and Thurston County
Happily serving most cities in Western Washington, including but not limited to
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