Sealcoat is beneficial for several reasons: aesthetics, durability, maintenance, longevity, waterproofing, and more. However, as we have said before, sealcoat can only be applied if certain conditions are met.
When can you Sealcoat a Parking Lot?
- Temperature: We have addressed temperature several times, but here we go again. Sealcoating should only be applied if both ambient temperature and pavement temperature are above 50°F and below 85°F.
- Asphalt Defects: Any cracks, pot holes, or other forms of asphalt damage should be properly repaired before sealcoat is applied.
- Clean Surface: In order for the sealcoat to bond properly to the asphalt, the surface must be cleaned, removing dirt and debris. Just remember this old saying: “a coating is as good as the surface that it is applied on.”
- Oil Spots: Sealcoat will simply not bond correctly to oil spots. Because of this, spots should be addressed before application.
- Asphalt Age: It is recommended that you wait at least 4-6 weeks after laying fresh asphalt before sealcoat is applied. To ensure the pavement is ready for sealcoat, perform a a Water Break Free Test. Spread a gallon of clean potable water on the pavement. If the water sheets out, free of rainbow colored rings or beading, the pavement is ready.
PTG Enterprises, a Sealcoat Contractor in Baltimore
“The best time to sealcoat is from daylight savings time to daylight savings time,” explains Patrick Gillen, owner of PTG Enterprises, a full service asphalt contractor in the Baltimore, Maryland area. Of course, as long as the temperature is above 50 degrees, it is not too late to sealcoat. So pick up the phone and call PTG Enterprises today.
If you have any questions about our blog, “When can you Sealcoat a Parking Lot?” or if you are looking for an asphalt contractor in the Baltimore, Maryland area, please contact PTG Enterprises aka My Pavement Guy today by calling 410-636-8777, or click here today! You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter!
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