Driveway sealing that goes on clean, cured and dry
A sealer is only as good as the surface under it. We clean first, fill cracks, let the surface dry, then apply the sealer that suits your material: a breathable penetrating sealer or a film-forming sealer for concrete, and a purpose-made sealer for asphalt.
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How a job goes
Clean
Dirt, algae and old failing sealer come off first. Sealing over grime traps it and the coating peels.
Repair
Cracks and joints are filled with a flexible material so water stops getting under the slab.
Dry
The slab has to be dry, not just dry on top. Humidity and shade in the Triangle can stretch this, so we watch the forecast.
Seal
Sealer goes on in even coats, edge lines are kept tidy, and we tell you when it is safe to walk and drive on it.
What matters in the Triangle
New concrete needs time
Fresh concrete should cure before it is sealed. Products differ, and many call for about a month. Builders finishing a new home often leave this to the owner.
New asphalt needs longer
New asphalt needs to cure and lose its oils before a sealer will hold, commonly months, not weeks. We will tell you if yours is too new.
Weather window
Most sealers want dry weather and moderate temperatures. Spring and fall are the Triangle sweet spots. Midsummer humidity and thunderstorms cut the window.
Red clay runoff
Clay washing onto a sealed surface will stain it again. We look at where water leaves your yard so the drive stays cleaner longer.
Common questions
How long until I can drive on it?
It depends on the product and the weather. Foot traffic is usually sooner than vehicles. We give you a specific time for your job, and we keep vehicles off until then.
Should I seal concrete or asphalt differently?
Yes. Concrete uses concrete sealers, asphalt uses asphalt sealers. They are not interchangeable, and we tell you which your driveway needs.
Does sealing stop cracks?
No. It slows water and stain damage and makes cleaning easier. Structural cracks from settling still need repair or replacement.
Related: Pressure Washing, Epoxy Floors.