Taking steps to preserve your driveway keeps it looking good and helps it last longer. If you plan to sell or rent your home, your driveway's condition influences your property value. The key to getting the best performance from your driveway is to have it regularly sealcoated, and summer is the ideal season for this.

Why Sealcoat in the Summer?

The summer season creates ideal conditions for sealcoating asphalt. It's actually preferable over other seasons because of the heat and extra hours of daytime sunlight. You are less likely to have to manage inclement weather and blowing leaves.



• Heat makes the sealant dry faster, which means you can get back to using your driveway more quickly.
• It allows the sealant to do a better job of bonding to the asphalt, improving the barrier between it and harmful elements.
• With overnight temperatures staying above 50 degrees, the sealant stands a better chance to cure before opening your driveway up to traffic again.

UV Rays and Asphalt Oxidation

The moment your driveway is installed, the asphalt begins to oxidize, triggered by exposure to UV rays and oxygen. It is unavoidable and unfortunately, highly damaging to the molecular bonds needed to maintain the integrity of the asphalt's structure. Over time, as these bonds are disturbed, the pavement stiffens, becoming brittle and prone to cracking. The best way to slow down the effects of oxidation is to have your driveway sealcoated.

Indications Your Driveway Needs Sealcoating

Ideally, you can have your asphalt sealcoated every two to three years. The climate and the overall condition of your driveway are influencing factors. Extreme heat and cold accelerate the wear on a driveway. Worn pavement with an obvious network of hairline cracks makes it a perfect candidate for sealcoating, regardless of the time passed since it was last done.



• When the asphalt begins to look dingy, gray and cracked
• After having multiple or major repairs
• About 1 year after having your driveway installed or resurfaced

Save Money on Driveway Repairs

Power washing the various parts of your outdoor living space helps it all to last longer and look great for another season. However, be advised that not every surface is amenable to high-pressure spray. Softer materials such as siding, roofing, painted surfaces, woodwork, glass and even patio furniture require a lighter touch. Soft washing is the only way to go for these materials.

Rely On Professional Power Washers

At Maintain It All, we make it our business to improve the life expectancy, appearance and durability of your driveway. Sealcoating your pavement is a preventative measure that will save money on costly repairs and replacement. Contact us today to schedule your summer sealcoating project.