Let us help protect your property from moisture with our autumn seal coating service.
With fall beginning this week, it is no wonder why homeowners everywhere are beginning to think about how to protect their home for the seasons ahead. While it may be too early to think about stocking up your home with salt and deicers, it is not too early to think about some preventative measures for your driveway. Seal coating is an effective way to protect your asphalt driveway during those long winter snowstorms. Let’s take a look at what seal coating is and why you should apply it this autumn.
What is Seal Coating?
Seal coating is the application of a special bituminous liquid to your asphalt. There are actually three different kinds of asphalt seal coatings for you to choose from, including coal tar, asphalt emulsions, and asphalt base. Coal-tar emulsions are applied and form a thin membrane over the surface of the asphalt. This coating is used to prevent oxidation. Coal-tar will also give your asphalt a darker appearance as the sealer stays on top of the asphalt rather than penetrating it. Asphalt base is used to restore the oil or tar content from the asphalt material that has oxidized. This material makes it pliable and less prone to cracking during seasonal climate changes. Asphalt emulsions are a combination of coal-tar and the asphalt base. This type of sealant is perfect for moderately damaged driveways. So why should you have your seal coating done in the autumn?
Why Should You Choose Autumn Seal Coating?
While seal coating is extremely beneficial for your asphalt driveway, this coating cannot be applied in all types of weathers or temperatures. Most seal coating materials require temperatures above 50 degrees and during a period of 24 hours without heavy rain or snow. This makes autumn the perfect time for seal coating your asphalt.
Seal coating your asphalt driveway during the autumn will give you a worry-free winter. For more information on autumn seal coating, call Testa Asphalt Paving today!
Asphalt Seal Coating with Testa Paving
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