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Your driveway stops cracking. Water can’t seep through and freeze, which means no more chunks of asphalt breaking away come spring.
The surface stays smooth and dark, looking like it was just paved. You’re not dealing with that faded, weathered gray that screams “neglected property.”
Most importantly, you’re avoiding the $8,000-$15,000 replacement bill that comes when water damage gets out of hand. Sealing costs a fraction of that and gives you 3-5 more years of solid driveway life.
Rolling Hills Property Services Inc. has been handling property maintenance across Suffolk County for years. We know exactly what Central Islip driveways face each winter.
The freeze-thaw cycles here are brutal. Salt from the roads doesn’t help either. That’s why we use commercial-grade sealers that actually hold up to Long Island weather.
We’re fully licensed and insured, which matters when someone’s working on your property. No surprises, no runarounds—just straightforward service from people who live and work in your community.
First, we clean your driveway completely. Any dirt, oil stains, or debris gets removed because sealer won’t bond to a dirty surface.
Next comes crack filling. Every crack gets sealed with hot rubberized crack filler that stays flexible through temperature changes. This step is crucial—unsealed cracks let water in, and water destroys driveways.
Then we apply the sealcoat using professional spray equipment. Two thin coats work better than one thick coat, so that’s exactly what you get. The whole process takes about 4-6 hours, depending on your driveway size.
You can walk on it after 4 hours and drive on it after 24 hours. Simple as that.
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Every driveway sealing job includes complete crack sealing, thorough surface cleaning, and two coats of commercial-grade sealer. No shortcuts, no upcharges for basic prep work.
Central Islip properties deal with specific challenges. The proximity to the coast means more salt exposure. The clay soil common in this area shifts with moisture, creating more cracks. We account for these local factors in every application.
You also get edge work around the perimeter and careful masking of any adjacent surfaces. The goal is a professional finish that looks like it belongs, not sloppy work that screams “DIY gone wrong.”
Late spring through early fall works best, with May through September being ideal. You need temperatures above 50°F for proper curing and no rain in the forecast for 24 hours.
Sealing right before winter gives you maximum protection when you need it most. The freeze-thaw cycles that hit Central Islip from December through March are when unsealed driveways take the most damage.
If your driveway is more than 2-3 years old and hasn’t been sealed, don’t wait. Every winter without protection means more cracks, more water infiltration, and more expensive repairs down the road.
Quality sealcoating typically lasts 2-3 years in Suffolk County conditions. The salt exposure from winter road treatments and the freeze-thaw cycles here are tougher on sealers than in other climates.
You’ll know it’s time to reseal when the surface starts looking gray instead of black, or when you can see small cracks forming. Don’t wait until you have major cracks—prevention costs way less than repair.
Some companies claim their sealer lasts 5+ years, but that’s not realistic given Long Island’s climate. Better to plan on resealing every 2-3 years and keep your driveway in excellent condition than wait too long and deal with major damage.
Absolutely. Cracks are where winter damage starts, and Central Islip gets enough freeze-thaw cycles to destroy an unsealed driveway fast.
Water gets into cracks, freezes, expands, and makes the cracks bigger. Do this 20-30 times per winter and small cracks become major problems. Salt makes it worse by accelerating the freeze-thaw process.
Professional crack sealing uses hot rubberized filler that stays flexible through temperature changes. The cheap stuff from hardware stores gets brittle and fails within months. If you’re going to seal cracks, do it right the first time.
Most residential driveways in Central Islip run $200-$600 for professional sealing, depending on size and condition. That includes crack filling, cleaning, and two coats of commercial-grade sealer.
Compare that to $8,000-$15,000 for driveway replacement and the math is pretty clear. Even if you seal every 3 years, you’re spending maybe $2,000 over 10 years versus replacing the whole thing.
Pricing varies based on how much crack repair is needed and your driveway’s square footage. We provide upfront estimates with no surprises—what we quote is what you pay.
Rain within the first 4-6 hours can damage fresh sealer, which is why we check weather forecasts carefully before starting. If rain hits too soon, sections may need to be reapplied.
Once sealer has cured for 24 hours, rain actually helps it fully harden. The key is having that initial cure time without moisture interference.
This is why you want experienced contractors who understand timing. We’ll reschedule if weather conditions aren’t right rather than risk a poor application. A day’s delay is better than having to redo the entire job.
DIY sealing rarely works well because most homeowners don’t have the right equipment or materials. Brush-on sealers from hardware stores are thin, don’t last, and often look streaky when applied.
Professional spray application gives even coverage and uses commercial-grade materials designed for Long Island weather. The prep work—cleaning, crack filling, masking—takes experience to do right.
Factor in equipment rental, materials, and your time, and professional sealing often costs about the same as doing it yourself. The difference is you get a job that actually protects your driveway instead of just making it look sealed.
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