Can I sealcoat my driveway in the fall or early spring?

Posted In: Commercial Asphalt Sealcoating Services

Published On: August 29 2017

Written By: Seal King

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At Seal King Professional Sealcoating, we often get the question of if it’s ok to sealcoat a MN driveway in the fall or early spring. In short, the answer is yes. We would however, like to elaborate on this question so that our customers get a better understanding of the sealcoat process.

In order for your sealcoat application to be effective, the temperature needs to be warm enough so that the sealcoating sealant can properly bond with the existing asphalt of your driveway. As we all know, MN has some pretty brutal winters that consist of snow, ice and frigid temperatures, making it a less than ideal time to sealcoat your driveway. At Seal King Professional Sealcoating, we want you to get the best bang for your buck, so avoid investing in a sealcoating application from our team during the cold winter months.

Sealcoating in the Fall

Research has shown that for a sealcoat application to be completely effective, there needs to be an evening temperature of at least 50 degrees. So, the earlier in the fall you have your sealcoat application completed the better. You want to be sure to get this project done before the evening fall temperatures begin to drop. Additionally, the leaves that fall during autumn can weaken the sealcoat application. So, try and sealcoat your driveway before the leaves begin to fall.

Oh the Joys of Spring

At Seal King Professional Sealcoating, we feel that the spring season is the best time to sealcoat your driveway. The temperature in MN is just right and there are no more falling leaves. By investing in a sealcoat application for your driveway during spring, your driveway will stay protected and weather resistant for the rest of the year. You and your neighbors will be able to enjoy the beauty and curb appeal of a freshly sealcoated driveway all year.

So, if you are contemplating a sealcoat application for your driveway in MN, the fall and spring seasons are great options. Choosing the right time of the year is very important and so is choosing the right sealcoating contractor. As a sealcoating contractor that has been serving MN since 1991, our team at Seal King Professional Sealcoating is eager to help you with all of your residential or commercial sealcoating needs. To find one of our locations in MN nearest you, visit our website, www.sealking.com today!