Parking Lot Sealcoating
Asphalt surfaces are built to flex with temperature changes, but they can break down quickly if not protected. Exposure to sunlight, rain, oil, and heavy traffic leads to cracks, fading, and structural weakness. Sealcoating provides a protective barrier that shields pavement against these elements, slowing deterioration and helping owners avoid costly reconstruction.
Property managers and business owners throughout Fort Wayne trust professional sealcoating to maintain safe, attractive parking lots. With more than 40 years of local paving experience, Asphalt Care Inc. delivers services designed to keep commercial surfaces strong and appealing.
Sealcoating Benefits & Process
What is it?
Sealcoating involves applying a thin coat of asphalt emulsion or coal tar mixture blended with water, sand, and additives. Depending on the condition of the lot, it’s applied with sprayers, squeegees, or brushes. This treatment not only protects against the elements but also seals in prior crack repairs and patching work, extending the life of earlier maintenance investments.
How does it work?
Once applied, the coating creates a dense layer resistant to oxidation, moisture penetration, oil drips, and other chemical spills. By blocking these forces, sealcoating preserves both the appearance and strength of the paved surface.
Advantages of Professional Sealcoating
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Enhanced Curb Appeal: A rich, dark finish makes older pavement look new again, boosting the overall impression of a property.
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Effortless Maintenance: The smooth surface resists debris and is easier to clean, reducing upkeep.
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Improved Safety: Clearer striping stands out against the dark coating, improving traffic flow and pedestrian guidance.
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Cost Efficiency: Studies show that sealing pavement on a three-year cycle can reduce lifetime repair costs by nearly half compared to leaving asphalt untreated.
Long-Term Pavement Protection
Sealcoating adds years of usable life to a parking lot by preventing water and chemicals from reaching the base. This delays the need for major repairs such as resurfacing or reconstruction. When combined with complementary services like crack filling, patching, and line striping, sealcoating becomes part of a layered strategy that keeps pavement functional and attractive for the long term.
Businesses also benefit from reduced liability risks. Smooth, dark pavement makes markings easier to see, lowering the chances of accidents and ensuring ADA compliance is more visible.
Protect Your Investment
Sealcoating is one of the most affordable ways to maintain commercial pavement. Instead of reacting to large-scale failures, property owners can plan for regular sealing intervals, keeping costs predictable and surfaces reliable.
Preserve your lot with expert sealcoating — contact Asphalt Care Inc. today to schedule service and keep your pavement protected for years to come.
The cost of parking lot sealcoating feels high—how do I know it’s really worth it?
We hear that a lot, especially from folks who’ve never had sealcoating done before. We always explain it like this: this vital procedure is a smart, preventive step. If you skip it, your asphalt starts breaking down faster from water, salt, gas, and sun damage—especially with the kind of winters we get here in Fort Wayne. That means more cracks, more potholes, and more money spent on repairs or repaving. Regular sealcoating protects your investment and helps your lot last 15–20 years instead of 8–10. So yes, there’s an upfront cost, but it’s nothing compared to what you’d spend fixing avoidable damage down the line.
Will sealcoating shut down my lot for too long? I can’t afford to interrupt business.
Totally understandable—we know how important it is to keep things running. At Asphalt Care Inc., we’ve worked with lots of local businesses, and we’re used to planning around your schedule. Most jobs are done in a day or two, and we can split the work into sections to keep parts of your lot open while we seal the other areas. We also offer weekend and evening options when needed. We’ll walk you through the timing so there are no surprises, and we’ll do everything we can to keep your downtime as short and smooth as possible.
I’ve had bad experiences with contractors—why should I trust Asphalt Care Inc. with my parking lot sealcoating?
That kind of hesitation makes sense—there are too many stories of no-shows, surprise charges, or rushed work. We take a different approach. We’re a Fort Wayne-based company that’s been sealcoating lots around here for years. We don’t just slap on a layer and go. We prep the surface the right way, explain the process upfront, and stick to the timeline we give you. We also keep you in the loop the whole time so you’re never left wondering. Our sealcoating crews take pride in the work we do, and our name is on every job—so we treat your lot like it's our own.
