Asphalt parking lots are a major factor in valuing your property. You want to ensure that they preserve their value over time. Sealcoating is an essential part of maintaining the structural integrity of asphalt pavement, helping prevent weathering and oxidation from damaging it further. Ignoring sealcoating leads to brittle surfaces with moisture penetration issues. This results in bad cracking as well as fading blacktop coloration. Schedule regular maintenance including sealcoating for long-term cost savings on both aesthetic appeal and economic value.
Sealcoating Benefits:
Protection
Regular sealcoating keeps your asphalt looking newer, longer. A combination of coal tar pitch or asphalt emulsion mix with inert fillers, water and sand creates a protective shield against the elements. This process protects against oxidation from the sun, petroleum spills, water, salt, etc. Southern Pride Sealcoating and Striping uses state-of-the art equipment to apply multiple coats which can extend its lifespan by 300%, according to the Pavement Coatings Technology Center.
Saves Money
With 24/7 use, asphalt is known to break down quickly and need regular maintenance. But a study by the University of Nevada at Reno reveals that with three years between sealcoating treatments, you can save up to 48% more in replacement costs than if your pavement went unmaintained. This is an average of $15.25 per square yard or even higher depending on oil prices. In short, scheduling periodic sealcoating for your parking lot may be the most economical way over time to preserve its performance and appearance.
Curb Appeal
Maintaining a positive and attractive first impression is essential for any business or property. If your parking lot pavement appears weathered and deteriorated, it could have an adverse effect on how people view the overall facility. Especially true those that spend the most time there. Sealcoating can help project a clean, professional image while restoring its aesthetic appeal.
