Asphalt is a durable material, but it is not invincible. From the moment a new surface is installed in Larkspur, UV rays, water, fuel spills, and oxidation begin breaking down the binders that hold the aggregate together. Pavco’s sealcoating services in Larkspur apply a protective coating that seals surface pores, repels water, blocks UV damage, and restores the deep black appearance of fresh asphalt. See our full range of Larkspur asphalt services to understand how sealcoating fits into a complete maintenance plan.
Professional sealcoating starts with thorough surface preparation. We clean the surface completely, remove debris and vegetation from cracks, and fill any cracks that would compromise the finished coat. We then apply a commercial-grade sealer in two coats for maximum protection and appearance. The result is a sealed, protected surface that sheds water, resists UV damage, and looks sharp.
Regular sealcoating every 3 to 5 years keeps your driveway looking great and prevents the surface deterioration that leads to costly repairs or premature resurfacing. It is the highest-return maintenance investment you can make in your driveway.
Commercial lots have higher traffic volumes and greater exposure to fuel and oil drips that degrade asphalt quickly. Pavco applies heavy-duty commercial sealcoat formulations designed for high-traffic surfaces, and we work around your schedule to minimize disruption. After sealcoating, our parking lot striping team can apply fresh lines for a completely refreshed lot.
New asphalt should be allowed to cure for 90 days to 1 year before its first sealcoat application. After that, sealcoating every 3 to 5 years is the right maintenance interval for most Larkspur properties. If your surface has significant cracking or pothole damage, those issues should be repaired before sealcoating is applied.
Sealcoating is a protective coating, not a structural repair. It will not fill large cracks, fix potholes, or restore a surface with base failures. If your asphalt has structural issues, our repair or paving teams will address those first before a sealer goes down.
Every 3 to 5 years is the right interval for most Larkspur properties. High-traffic commercial lots may benefit from more frequent application.
Late spring through early fall is ideal, when temperatures are consistently above 50 degrees F and rain is not expected for at least 24 hours after application.
Sealcoat is typically dry to foot traffic within 4 to 8 hours and ready for vehicle traffic within 24 to 48 hours under normal conditions.
Sealcoating fills hairline cracks effectively but is not designed to fill larger cracks. Cracks wider than a quarter inch should be filled with crack sealant before sealcoating is applied.
A properly applied sealcoat with sand additive provides adequate traction for normal vehicle and pedestrian traffic. We always use sand-mixed sealer on surfaces with pedestrian traffic.
We apply two coats for all standard sealcoating projects, allowing proper drying time between coats. Two coats provides better coverage and longer-lasting protection than a single coat.
New asphalt needs time to cure before sealcoating. We recommend waiting at least 90 days, and ideally a full year, before the first sealcoat application.