1) Weatherproof
Pavement crack sealing protects it from rain, snow, and water overflow. One of the largest factors that deteriorate asphalt driveways is water damage. When water seeps into cracks and pavement, it erodes the ground beneath your driveway. Asphalt crack sealing covers small cracks and prevents water from damaging the pavement.
2) Sun Protection
Just like how UV rays can age your skin, they can also age and damage the pavement. The sun’s rays cause oxidation, which results in pavement deterioration. Crack sealing acts like a sunblock by preventing harmful UV rays from aging asphalt.
3) Contaminant Protection
Gas, oil, and other substances can eat away at a driveway’s surface. In particular, spilled gasoline can erode asphalt. Sealcoating acts as a protective barrier for your driveway. It’s more resistant to gasoline and other contaminants. It also fills small cracks, thus preventing chemicals from leaking beneath your driveway where they can do extensive damage.
4) Durability
Since crack sealing is a dark material, it becomes hot in the sun. This actually helps extend the life of asphalt driveways. Because crack sealing becomes more pliant when it’s hot, it’s more flexible. This makes cracks in your driveway much less likely, as the crack sealing can withstand pressure from traffic and wear and tear.
