Seal Coating

Armor-Guard Sealcoating - Asphalt and Surface Seal Coating in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Armor-Guard Sealcoating Surface deterioration process begins soon after asphalt pavement has been exposed to the sun's ultraviolet rays and water penetration has occurred. Gas, oil and harmful chemicals play a role in this process as well. If pavement is left untreated, then the asphalt binder (glue) breaks down, changing the surface color from black to gray. Once this begins, the pavement is susceptible to further degradation, creating raveling and cracking which then erodes the base beneath the asphalt. This snowball effect will cause cracks to enlarge and potholes to form from base failure. In the New Hampshire climates, freeze/ thaw cycles along with water freezing and expanding, is an additional effect of surface and base erosion. Lastly, if neglected too long, the only option would be the costly expense of repaving. Fortunately, having your asphalt pavement seal coated by Armor-Guard Sealcoating would not only protect the asphalt from these elements, but extend the life by 300%.

Armor-Guard Sealcoating - Asphalt and Surface Seal Coating in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Seal coating is a step to preventative maintenance. This maintenance process begins 1 to 2 years after new pavement installation and there is a routine maintenance every 3 to 5 years, depending on conditions and applications. Seal coating is applied by brush or applied by spray, and has a make-up of select mineral fillers, surfactants and sand for durability and traction. Both applications, when applied correctly, form a tough and flexible coating that has the ability to protect the asphalt binder from the damaging elements of weather, water, salt while repelling gas, oil and other chemicals. Also, sealcoating preserves the smoothness and resilience of asphalt surfaces while sealing fine cracks and rough spots. Sealcoating not only prevents deterioration and protects your investment, but the appearance of having the rich, black surface color again is aesthetically pleasing. For pennies spent on sealcoating compared to dollars spent on repaving, this is a cost effective solution for your asphalt pavement needs. Contact us today at (603) 743-1832 to schedule an appointment with our seal coating company.