Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about pavement, sealing, and striping often arise from property owners, managers, and homeowners who are concerned about safety, maintenance costs, and property aesthetics. These issues are central to maintaining the value and functionality of a property.
Below are some of the questions that we get asked often.
Why should I sealcoat my asphalt?
Sealcoating protects asphalt surfaces from damage and deterioration caused by sun exposure, water, and automotive fluids. It is also a preventive measure that protects your pavement from UV rays that bake the liquid asphalt out and dry the asphalt, which in turn causes cracking.
How often should I have my pavement sealcoated?
We recommend you have your sealcoating renewed every two to five years depending on wear.
When is the best time to sealcoat?
Sealcoating is best done when the temperature is 45 degrees Fahrenheit and above at night and 65 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit during the day.
How long does it take until I can use a newly sealcoated surface?
While the surface may be dry to the touch in a few hours, it is best to stay off the pavement for at least 24–48 hours to allow the sealant to fully cure.
Should I worry about sealing pavement cracks?
Proper crack sealing is the single most important thing to do to preserve your asphalt. It will eliminate water from penetrating the asphalt during the winter and cracking it from the bottom.
How do you apply the asphalt sealer?
Asphalt sealer can be sprayed or machine squeegeed onto the asphalt. Squeegee-ing is the best method on parking lots because of the even coating it provides. Driveways are usually sprayed; and the sealer and should last five to seven years if done properly.
What is the proper way to seal pavement cracks?
All cracks must be blown free from dirt, heated for proper bonding, and filled with the approved product for your application. There are several different types of crack sealant: highway grade, parking lot grade, and airport grade. All contain differerent materials for flexibility.
How many handicap parking spaces do I need for my parking lot?
The Americans with Disabilities Act is a federal mandate for handicap parking space requirements at buildings open to the public. This federal legislation was passed in part due to inconsistencies in handicap parking requirements by local jurisdictions. The federal guidelines are as follows:
| Number of accessible parking spaces required for commercial properties, open to the public | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot Spaces | 1- 25 | 26- 50 | 51- 75 | 76- 100 | 101- 150 | 151- 200 | 201- 300 | 301- 400 | 401- 500 | 501-1000 | 1001 + |
| Minimum Accessible |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 2% of total | 20 + 2 per 100 |
| Min Van Access | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 for every 8 accessible spaces | |
Number of accessible parking spaces required for commercial properties, open to the public
| Lot Spaces | 1-25 | 26-50 | 51-75 | 76-100 | 101-150 | 151-200 | 201-300 | 301-400 | 401-500 | 501-1000 | 1001+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Minimum Accessible |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
7 |
8 |
9 |
2% of ttl |
20 + 2 per 100 |
|
Min Van Access |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
2 |
1 per each 8 accessible |
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If you have any questions at all not covered here, or need an estimate, please don’t hesitate to contact us.