As a property owner, you’ve likely already learned about the merits of a quality sealcoat for prolonging the life of your pavement. Yet, life gets busy, and it’s possible to forget to schedule this essential service. Checking for these five signs that it’s time to plan for asphalt sealcoating helps you protect your pavement from the most common types of damage.
Has It Been Several Years Since Asphalt Sealcoating Was Performed?
Atlanta asphalt sealcoating eventually breaks down or wears away from frequent rain, direct sunlight and normal traffic patterns. But, it can usually last for two to three years, depending upon the general location and activity that occurs on the pavement.
An asphalt sealcoating contractor can also let you know when freshly paved areas are ready for the service. If you can’t remember when the last time you sealed the pavement was, then our crew is experienced with inspecting the surface to see if it’s time.
How Does the Color of the Pavement Compare to Fresh Asphalt?
If the other parking lots in the area look several shades darker than the one on your property, then it might be time to worry. A sealcoating contractor can often tell that it’s time to apply sealant simply by looking for fading or a dull, gray color.
Is the Current Asphalt Sealcoating No Longer Blocking Out Stains?
Checking for dark and discolored areas is another way to tell if you need to contact an Atlanta asphalt sealcoating company. Sealcoating that is working properly blocks out oils and other stain-causing fluids that break down the binder in pavement. If you can no longer wash those stains away, then it is possible that the sealant is no longer serving its intended purpose.
Does the Surface Seem Rough or More Porous?
Asphalt sealcoating contractors also inspect pavement to identify signs of wear that include roughness or greater porosity. Once pores begin to show through the sealant, you can bet that water and automotive fluids are also able to get below the surface. Applying a new sealcoat gives the pavement a smooth protective layer that eliminates fluid seepage into the lower levels of your parking lot.
Is It Time to Update the Layout or Perform Other Services?
If you’re planning to apply parking lot striping, then you may need to contact an asphalt sealcoating company to see if you should have this service done first. Sealcoating covers up pavement markings, but it can also help to preserve them by creating a smooth surface that promotes better paint adherence.
Ask A Qualified Sealcoating Contractor If It’s Time to Protect Your Pavement
When your pavement is showing signs of wear, MH Greeson Paving can help you determine if it needs fresh sealcoating or other forms of asphalt paving and crack repair. After a sealcoat application, you might also need to plan for parking lot striping and parking lot maintenance that could include updating the ADA compliance plan and pavement markings or installing traffic signs, bollards and car stops. For a pavement assessment and free quote, give us a call today at 770-335-2983. We’ve also set up an easy online form for you to use to get answers about any of your sealcoating or parking lot maintenance questions.
