Sealcoating puts a thin protective layer over asphalt to slow the damage from sun, water, and automotive fluids. Over time, sunlight dries out the binder that holds asphalt together, the surface turns gray and starts to loosen, and small cracks let water in. A sealcoat restores the dark color, helps shed water, and makes the surface easier to keep clean. It's maintenance, not a repair.
Good sealcoating is mostly preparation. The surface is cleaned, grass is edged back from the sides, oil spots are treated so the sealer can stick, and cracks are filled first. Then sealer is applied by squeegee, brush, or spray. In central Ohio it needs dry weather and warm temperatures to cure, so most sealcoating happens from late spring to early fall. Seeing cracks? Start with crack filling.
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Sealcoating fits asphalt that is structurally sound but faded, dry, or starting to show fine surface wear, once newer pavement has had time to cure. It won't fix potholes, soft spots, or wide cracks, so those need repair first. It's also a smart part of a regular maintenance plan for commercial lots.
Every project is quoted on its own details. These are the things that move the number most, and we walk through each one with you on the estimate.
Larger driveways and lots need more sealer and more time to apply it evenly.
The more cracks that need cleaning and filling first, the more prep the job takes.
Heavy dirt, moss, or oil stains need extra cleaning and treatment so sealer bonds.
A second coat adds material and time but can help on worn or high-traffic surfaces.
Sand or other additives for traction, often used on slopes, change the material used.
Brick borders, landscaping, and tight spots need more hand work and masking.
A short call is the quickest way to get going. Tell us about your asphalt project, and we’ll talk through options, what affects the cost, and next steps. Free, with no obligation.
Call now (614) 555-0105Many homeowners reseal every few years, but the right interval depends on sun exposure, traffic, and how the last coat is wearing. Sealing too often can build up layers that crack and peel. A practical sign is when the surface starts to look gray and you can see the stone texture coming through again.
Commonly about a day for foot traffic and longer for cars, but drying depends on temperature, humidity, sun, and shade. Cool or damp conditions slow everything down. You'll get guidance on the day of the work, and the drive is usually blocked off until it's ready. Plan to park elsewhere and turn off sprinklers that might hit the surface.
New asphalt generally needs time to cure before its first sealcoat, often several months, and many pros prefer to wait until the following season. Sealing too early can trap oils that are still working their way out of the fresh asphalt. Your pro can look at the surface and recommend timing.
No. Sealer is a thin coating and won't bridge cracks of any real size. Cracks should be cleaned and filled with a crack filler first, then sealed over. If a driveway has a lot of connected cracking or soft areas, those spots need patching or repair before sealcoating makes sense.
Available across the Columbus area. Homeowners ask about it often in Dublin, Westerville, Upper Arlington, Powell, Lewis Center and New Albany. Pick your town for local details, or see all service areas.
Full tear-out and replacement or a brand-new driveway, built on a graded, compacted stone base.
See details →A fresh layer of asphalt over a sound driveway, with patching and edge milling done first.
See details →Cracks cleaned out and filled with flexible, hot-applied filler to keep water out of the base.
See details →Potholes, sunken spots, broken edges, and failed sections cut out and rebuilt on a solid base.
See details →Parking lots and private drives for businesses, churches, and HOAs, from new paving to upkeep plans.
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