Why Sealcoating is important to your asphalt

Your driveway or parking lot is a significant investment in your property. To beautify you establishment and protect your investment as long as possible, you want to protect your asphalt from the damaging effects of certain natural elements including moisture and ultraviolet oxidation. Natural and man-made elements can cause cracks half way into the asphalt, little as 5 years. Small cracks act as miniature storm drains after a good rain and cause raveling between the asphalt over time. If left untreated these cracks grow over time and eventually allow water to penetrate to the base of the pavement. Unless certain precautions are taken large cracks and potholes can appear within the base as early as 8-10 years.  Protecting asphalt with sealcoating basically has the same benefits as sun block has to protect your skin, or varnish on wood.