Sealcoating is one of the most vital components of asphalt maintenance.

A systematic application of sealer is designed to protect your pavement from sun oxidation, moisture penetration and the loss of surface particles. Sealing slows the penetration of spills from gasoline and other petroleum products. Unsealed surfaces remain porous, dry out, become rough and the life of the pavement is significantly reduced.

Before Sealcoating, the surface is cleaned with wire or power brooms and blowers. Sealers can be hand or spray applied. Whenever possible Damon’s will use the hand brushed method. It is the decision of the installer and property managers to determine which method will be best suited for your specific project. While some parking lots require two coats, most driveways receive one heavy coat. If two coats are recommended for your pavement, the second coat is often applied immediately following the first.

Drying times for sealer can vary significantly. The time of year, temperature, wind and exposure to the sun will all affect drying time. Damon’s recommends that vehicles stay off the surface for a period of 12-24 hours. Foot traffic is okay if the surface looks and feels dry and is not tacky to the touch.

Newly seal coated surfaces are flexible and can remain that way for a long time. During periods of high heat, Sealcoat surfaces are susceptible to tire marks and other scars. Most tire marks blend in time and severe marks can be touched up a month or so after sealing. It is normal for new pavement surfaces to vary due to material variations, weather at time of installation, and traffic volume. Damon's Asphalt is pleased to inspect and advise, based on your particular pavement.

Damon’s asphalt has developed a systematic maintanece system that is adaptable to fit your companys budget and current lot conditions. Please ask us about our Parking Lot  Maintenance Plan.

After the initial application of sealer it is recommended to reapply every 1 to 3 years thereafter. Under excellent conditions, Sealcoat will last 2 to 3 years. Excessive traffic, UV exposure, and the condition of the pavement before Sealcoating will all affect its longevity.

Sealcoating material is sprayed or hand-applied, based on our consideration of your project. Drying times for sealer vary with the time of year and temperature. In most cases, we recommend that our customers keep vehicular traffic off the seal for at least 12 hours and foot traffic for at least 4 hours. Please check your shoes to be sure the asphalt is dry enough to prevent foot tracking.