The countdown is on. Daylight savings time has come and gone and the nights are getting increasingly longer. This means that as the days grow shorter in Minnesota, you only have but so much sunlight to get your property up to par, no matter what season! Seal King Professional Sealcoating can help you prepare your asphalt for the the 2016 seasons ahead!
While the snow may already be covering our Minnesota roads, we are happy to report that our customers are not worried one bit! If you used Seal King Professional Sealcoating this past year, your driveway may be covered in white but the asphalt underneath is still shining bright like a diamond.
In both residential and commercial settings, asphalt is a big investment. Maintaining your driveway or commercial parking lot becomes important, as asphalt doesn’t stay smooth forever, especially due to the harsh Minnesota weather. Seal coating, an affordable way to preserve the condition of your asphalt is something to consider if your asphalt needs an upgrade. In fact, even the public Minnesota roads get seal coated. Due to the heavy utilization and traffic of public roads in this area, the seal coat process is performed roughly every 8 years.
Winter weather this years has been coming and going around the Minneapolis/St Paul area. This season’s highs and lows take a huge toll on the roadways, parking lots and even your driveway. You may know firsthand how much damage this can cause your vehicle, the tires, rims and even the suspension.
You may have noticed that over the last few years your driveway is slowing starting to looked discolored and faded. You may also notice some small cracks appearing. This is normal and actually inevitable as asphalt driveways age and they are subject to the weather, sunlight and traffic. Over time, this can cause significant damage to your driveway and make it more brittle…
If you are starting to see excessive wear on your driveway, you may wonder what you can do as a homeowner to take care of the asphalt and at what point you may need to repave it. Over the years, sun, extreme weather conditions and traffic can take a toll on your driveway and cause discoloration, fading, and even cracks and potholes…
Asphalt Pavement becomes distressed over time due to age, exposure to elements and traffic. Timely Maintenance is needed to repair distresses and cracks before they accumulate into bigger problems. Minnesota has some of the harshest winters in the country.
Right now is the best time of the year to get your asphalt sealed up and prepared for the upcoming winter season. As the last days of summer close in, it’s time to start thinking about the alternative weather Minnesota receives every year. Weather can affect everything, including your asphalt. When you are preparing for the season, don’t forget to call your expert sealcoating team, the professionals at Seal King Professional Sealcoating!
Another harsh Minnesota winter is quickly approaching and it is time to complete any remaining fall maintenance around your home and property. One very important thing to consider is the condition of the asphalt on your driveway and/or parking areas. Even tiny cracks and holes can become a real problem as the air cools and moisture is absorbed by the asphalt.
“Step on a crack and you’ll break your mother’s back.” Even if you aren’t superstitious, this old wives tale could still ring true! Cracks in your asphalt can be dangerous! They are a hazard to anyone walking and they can do real damage to your car and property. When you need asphalt repair, finding a Minnetonka asphalt crack repair contractor has never been easier.