The Difference between Asphalt Paving and Sealcoating

Despite what many people think, asphalt paving and sealcoating are two mutually exclusive processes involved in installing new pavement or repairing pre-existing pavement. However, both applications can work in tandem to achieve different objectives, depending on a variety of situation factors.

Asphalt Paving vs. Sealcoating

As every professional and experienced contractor will assure you, asphalt paving and sealcoating are both essential processes involved in proper pavement maintenance over time. Both of these processes must be properly executed by experts on a regular basis for optimal and long-lasting results.

What Is Asphalt Paving?

Asphalt paving is the process of applying either hot or cold asphalt mixtures to any given plot of land such as parking lots, driveways, and roads. It serves multiple functions that range from correcting imperfections in existing pavement, filling cracks, repairing potholes, and even creating new property foundations. The simplest asphalt overlay jobs are meant to patch holes to prevent water, debris, and other elements from permeating the surface and eroding the asphalt from within.

Aside from the practical advantages, repaving your asphalt also adds a desirable aesthetic appeal to residential and commercial properties alike. As a result, it increases the curb appeal of your home or business and makes a positive impression on passersby. Asphalt overlay is a fundamental precursor to sealcoating. Even though, on its own, repaving your asphalt could extend its lifespan by about five to 10 years, it doesn’t suffice to protect your pavement from harsh environmental and situational treatment, such as inclement weather, oil leaks, gas leaks, and overexposure to UV rays from the sun.

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What Is Sealcoating?

Drawing comparisons between sealcoating and asphalt paving is almost nonsensical because they’re two completely applications with different purposes altogether. However, they work cohesively to ultimately create a flawless finish in your pavement and enhance its performance and appearance.

Sealcoating doesn’t actually repair damaged asphalt with the exception of perhaps minor shallow cracks and surface holes. Other than that, the sole purpose of sealcoating is to act as a protective barrier between your pavement and the potential treacheries of the outside world. Sealcoating is a specially formulated layer of liquid that protects your asphalt overlay from water damage, UV rays from the sun, heavy precipitation, and various forms of vehicular harm. In contrast to asphalt paving, sealcoating can extend the lifespan of your plot of pavement by about 10 to 20 years. It’s an essential part of overall asphalt pavement maintenance. With regularly scheduled applications every two to three years, it can save you a substantial amount of money in asphalt repairs.

Expert Asphalt Paving and Sealcoating Services in Toronto

Sure-Seal Pavement Maintenance Inc. has over 20 years of experience providing high-quality asphalt paving and sealcoating throughout Toronto and the GTA. Each and every single one of our projects is protected under an extensive seven-year warranty and our employees are all fully insured for the peace of mind of our customers. You can schedule a complementary consultation and receive further information on our comprehensive services by calling us at 416-410-3705, or if you’re in Toronto, you can call 416-410-3705.