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Your driveway stops cracking. Water can’t seep underneath and freeze, which means no more chunks of asphalt breaking away come spring.
The surface stays smooth and dark, keeping your property looking maintained instead of neglected. You avoid the $5,000-$8,000 replacement bill that catches most homeowners off guard.
Most importantly, you get 3-5 more years out of your current driveway. That’s real money saved and real peace of mind, especially with Long Island’s brutal freeze-thaw cycles that destroy unprotected asphalt every winter.
Rolling Hills Property Services has been protecting Suffolk County driveways for years. We understand exactly what Long Island weather does to asphalt and how to prevent it.
We’re fully licensed and insured, which means you’re protected if anything goes wrong. More importantly, we show up when we say we will and finish the job right the first time.
You’re working with people who live here, work here, and have seen every type of driveway problem Islip homeowners face. We know which materials work best and which shortcuts lead to callbacks.
First, we clean your driveway completely. Any debris, oil stains, or loose material gets removed because sealcoating won’t stick to a dirty surface.
Next, we fill any existing cracks. This step is crucial because sealing over unfilled cracks just postpones the problem. We use professional-grade crack filler that moves with your driveway instead of breaking apart.
Then comes the sealcoating application. We use commercial-grade sealer, not the watered-down stuff from big box stores. Two thin coats go on better than one thick coat, so that’s exactly what you get.
The whole process takes one day for most driveways. You can walk on it after 24 hours and drive on it after 48 hours.
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You get complete surface preparation, which most contractors skip. This includes power washing, oil stain treatment, and debris removal.
All visible cracks get filled with flexible crack sealer before the coating goes on. This prevents water infiltration, which is what actually destroys your driveway during winter freeze-thaw cycles.
The sealcoating itself is commercial-grade material designed for Long Island’s climate. It’s not the thin, cheap stuff that wears off in one season. You’re getting protection that lasts 3-4 years under normal conditions.
Edge work around your garage, walkways, and landscaping is included. Your property looks finished, not like someone just painted the middle of your driveway and called it done.
Professional sealcoating typically lasts 3-4 years in Long Island’s climate when applied correctly. The key factors are proper surface preparation and using commercial-grade sealer, not the watered-down versions sold at retail stores.
Your driveway’s condition before sealing also matters. A well-maintained driveway that gets sealed regularly will last longer than one that’s been neglected for years. Traffic volume plays a role too – driveways with heavy truck traffic or multiple cars may need resealing sooner.
Weather exposure affects longevity as well. Driveways that get full sun all day tend to wear faster than those with some shade protection.
Late spring through early fall offers the best conditions for driveway sealing in Islip. You need temperatures above 50°F for at least 48 hours after application, with no rain in the forecast.
Most homeowners schedule sealing in late summer or early fall, which gives maximum protection before winter weather hits. This timing also allows the sealer to cure properly before the first freeze.
Avoid sealing during Long Island’s humid summer months when possible. High humidity slows the curing process and can affect the final finish. Spring application works well too, but you’ll want to wait until nighttime temperatures stay consistently above 50°F.
Absolutely. Crack sealing before winter is one of the most important maintenance steps for Long Island driveways. Water gets into cracks, freezes, and expands, making small cracks into major problems by spring.
Even hairline cracks need attention because our freeze-thaw cycles are particularly harsh. What looks like minor surface damage in fall can become chunks of missing asphalt by March.
Professional crack sealing uses flexible materials that move with your driveway instead of cracking apart when temperatures change. This prevents water infiltration and extends your driveway’s life significantly. DIY crack fillers from hardware stores typically fail within one winter season.
Professional driveway sealing in Islip typically costs $0.15-$0.25 per square foot, depending on your driveway’s condition and size. Most residential driveways run $200-$600 for complete sealing including crack repair.
This cost is a fraction of driveway replacement, which runs $3-$8 per square foot in Suffolk County. A typical driveway replacement costs $5,000-$8,000, making sealing an obvious investment.
The price includes surface preparation, crack filling, and two coats of commercial-grade sealer. Additional costs may apply for extensive crack repair or oil stain treatment, but you’ll know the exact price before work begins.
You can walk on your sealed driveway after 24 hours and drive on it after 48 hours under normal conditions. Temperature and humidity affect curing time, so cooler weather may require longer wait times.
The sealer needs to cure completely before vehicle traffic to prevent tire marks and surface damage. Rushing this process can ruin the finish and reduce the sealing’s effectiveness.
Plan accordingly if you only have one driveway access point. Most homeowners schedule sealing for weekends when they can park on the street temporarily. We’ll give you specific timing based on weather conditions during application.
Rain within the first 24 hours can damage or ruin a fresh sealcoating job. The sealer needs time to cure and form a protective barrier before water exposure.
We check weather forecasts carefully and won’t start work if rain is expected within 48 hours. If unexpected rain occurs, the job may need to be redone depending on timing and rainfall intensity.
This is why working with experienced local contractors matters. We understand Long Island weather patterns and plan accordingly. We guarantee our work and will address any weather-related issues at no additional cost to you.
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