Sealcoat is thin
Sealcoat is a thin protective coating. It's great at blocking sun, water, and oil on the surface, but it can't bridge an open crack. Spread over a crack, it just settles in and the crack shows right back through.
What crack sealing does
Hot rubberized crack sealant goes deep into the crack and stays flexible as the pavement heats up and cools down. That keeps water out of the base, which is what really protects the lot.
The right order
- 1. Patch potholes and failed areas.
- 2. Seal the cracks.
- 3. Clean and prime oil spots.
- 4. Sealcoat.
- 5. Stripe.
When cracks are too far gone
When cracks form a web or 'alligator' pattern and the asphalt is moving, sealing won't hold. That section needs to be cut out and patched first.
Not sure if your cracks can be sealed?
We'll tell you which ones can be sealed, which need a patch, and what order makes sense. (407) 707-6837 · estimate form