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    Contact us today to maintain, repair, and beautify your pavement!

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    We specialize in village, township, and goverment projects which can include sidewalks and pathways.

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    Residential asphalt maintenance not only beautifies your property, but helps with snow and ice control and protects the pavement from the elements.

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    Commercial asphalt maintenance will save thousands in the long run if performed regularly.

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    Routine maintenance can save thousands in the long run!

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    Difference in sealed and unsealed pavement. 

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    Sealcoating not only protects pavement, but keeps it looking beautiful as well!!

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    Our techs are trained to the highest of standards to ensure no sealer gets on any surface other than the asphalt!

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    The key to a quality sealant application is the prep work. The pavement needs to be cleared of all dirt and debris before a sealer can be applied. 

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    Regular sealcoating can protect your envestment and save you thousands in replacing asphalt.

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    We also offer parking block installation.

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    Sealcoating not only protects pavement, but increases your curb appeal!

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    Sealcoating not only protects pavement, but keeps it looking beautiful as well!!

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    Your parking lot is the first thing your customer sees when arriving to your establishment. Fresh sealed and striped pavement really make a statement! 

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    Sealcoating also helps with snow and ice control.

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    More precision edging work by our highly trained techs

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    Our techs are trained to the highest standards to ensure there is no sealant on any concrete, stone, or other surfaces.

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ASPHALT MAINTENANCE & REPAIR SERVICES FROM ANTIOCH, IL

Serving Lake County, McHenry County, North Shore and Kenosha County

WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES TO SEALCOATING?

Sealed pavement offers a positive image of cleanliness to your company and/or home. The sealer helps enhance and beautify the asphalt by giving it a rich black color. It also helps make the asphalt wear and look more like new. Most importantly, sealcoating helps protect your investment by extending the life of your asphalt, which saves you money in the long run.

Asphalt pavements are a simple combination of rock, sand, and adhesive (the liquid asphalt that binds everything together). UV radiation breaks down this adhesive. This weakens the asphalt to the point that it can no longer hold the rocks and sand intact. This gradually loosens the top surface. 

Sealcoating slows down oxidation and water penetration by blocking out natural elements (sun, wind, rain, snow, & ice). It also helps asphalt resist harmful man-made elements (fuel, antifreeze, oil, salt, etc.).

Asphalt sealer reduces exposure to oxygen and water by filling small voids in asphalt. This extends the life of the pavement. Sealcoating older pavement is also beneficial because it helps to replace fine particles lost from the surface due to oxidation.
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SEALCOATING PROCESS FOR COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL

Whether we are sealcoating a commercial parking lot or a residential driveway, the same professional techniques are used to ensure every job meets and exceeds any and all expectations.
STEP ONE: CLEANING
This step is absolutely crucial! Without proper preparation, the sealant won't adhere effectively, leading to issues like chipping, flaking, and premature wear. To begin, we meticulously trim all grass along the edges of the parking lot or driveway, removing any grass growing through cracks and holes. Following this, we utilize wire and power brushing techniques to loosen all dirt from the surface. Then, we meticulously blow off the surface to ensure complete removal of dirt and debris. Moving forward, we address any oil, gas, or chemical spots with SealMaster Prep Seal Oil Spot Primer, specifically formulated to break down foreign chemicals and guarantee proper sealing.
STEP TWO: CRACK FILLING- *OPTIONAL
We offer crack filler application for cracks measuring ¼” and larger, as per our clients' preferences. Some clients choose to skip this process due to the unappealing darker black line it creates. However, crack filling is an essential step because while asphalt sealer can protect small hairline cracks, it's ineffective against larger ones. Untreated cracks allow water penetration, which, especially during winter, poses serious risks.

When water freezes, its force can rupture water pipes; similarly, it can widen asphalt cracks, leading to potholes—a costlier repair. We present two crack filling options and guide clients to choose the best one for their needs.

It's important to understand that crack filling isn't a permanent fix; our climate demands regular maintenance. Despite any chosen crack fill option, hairline cracks might reappear, especially after hot, dry summers.

Please note that crack sealing isn't suitable for webbed cracking, alligator cracking, or cracks along the edge, as these areas of asphalt have already deteriorated beyond repair.
STEP THREE: SEALCOATING
We rely on top-notch GemSeal & Neyra products, offering you the option between Coal Tar or Black Diamond XL formulations, both expertly mixed with FSA. FSA, a premium polymer/copolymer latex additive, guarantees a deep, lustrous black finish, extends the lifespan of the sealant, and accelerates drying time. Rest assured, our sealant meets and surpasses all government specifications, ensuring superior performance and longevity for your pavement.

Moreover, we take great care to ensure precision during application, meticulously safeguarding surrounding surfaces from any sealant contact other than the asphalt itself. This attention to detail underscores our commitment to professionalism and maintaining the integrity of your property throughout the sealing process.
STEP FOUR: BARRICADING THE PROPERTY
We barricade the property with flagging tape for 24-48 hours. Please discard tape after adequate drying time.
STEP ONE: CLEANING
This is the most important step of all! If the asphalt is not prepped correctly the sealant will not adhere properly thus causing chipping, flaking, and premature ware. For starters we ensure that all grass is trimmed from the edges of the parking lot or driveway, and any grass that is growing through cracks and holes is removed. Then we wire and powerbrush the parking lot or driveway to ensure all dirt is loosened. We follow this by blowing off the surface to make sure all dirt and debris is removed. Next we treat all oil, gas, and chemical spots with SealMaster Prep Seal Oil Spot Primer. This material is designed to break down any foreign chemicals to ensure proper sealing.
STEP TWO: CRACK FILLING- *OPTIONAL
We apply crack filler to cracks ¼” and larger per the clients request. Some clients opt out of the crack filling process because the esthetic of the darker black line is unappealing to them. However, crack filling is a very important step because although the asphalt sealer will help protect some hairline cracks, it will not protect larger ones. If cracks are left untreated water can seep into them and (during the winter months) freeze.

When water freezes it is so strong that it can shred water pipes causing them to burst. It's the same concept with asphalt. The ice can cause the cracks to spread further apart, eventually lifting the asphalt and causing pot holes (which are much more costly to fix). 
There are two crack filling options. One of our trained professionals can help you decide which option is best for you.

Please be advised, no matter which crack fill option you choose (if any), due to our climate cracks are something that require regular maintenance. No crack fill is a permanent solution and if we have a hot/ dry summer hairline cracks may reappear. 

**Please note webbed cracking, alligator cracking and cracks on the edge do not warrant crack sealing, because these areas of asphalt have already failed.
STEP THREE: SEALCOATING
We use quality GemSeal products - your choice of Coal Tar or Black Diamond XL - that are mixed with FSA. This is a polymer/copolymer latex additive that ensures a rich black color, longer lasting sealant, and allows faster drying. This product meets and exceeds all government specifications.
STEP FOUR: BARRICADING THE PROPERTY
We barricade the property with flagging tape for 24-48 hours. Please discard tape after adequate drying time.