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Avatar for Sealcoat Masters, LLC
Sealcoat Masters, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Forest Park, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Michael the owner and his crew were right on time and did a fantastic job installing the new asphalt home driveway! They were very professional and great communication with Michael if there were any problems! I would highly recommend Sealcoat Masters to anyone that needs to have a asphalt driveway replaced! We couldn't be any happier with the results!"
Lake in the hills installation
Lake in the Hills installation
Driveway Sealcoating
Driveway Sealcoating
Asphalt Replacement

+18

Response time2 days
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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EB Masonry, Concrete & Deck Specialists
4.7(
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Serving Forest Park, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Highly recommend E&B - these guys are true pros! We used them recently to install a new concrete staircase and walkway in the front of our condo building, which were originally made out of brick pavers. Everything about the process, from receiving a quote to finishing the job, was seamless. They are very responsive and do great work. Prices were comparable to other quotes we obtained, but their explanation of the process, knowledge of the work that needed to be done, and detail within the written quote is why we selected them. Glad we did, because they worked very hard to complete the job, and even helped us remedy a few minor imperfections. The responsiveness and communication of the team was awesome. Cannot say enough good about this company - wish all contractors were so easy to work with!"
This is a gut and rehab combination of green siding and sand contrast color in stone and soffits
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Custom kitchen with gray countertop
Masonry work in progress
Finished facade for this two story home build by our firm

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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Dan's Paver Repair
4.4(
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Serving Forest Park, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Dan repaired and replace some loose pavers on my walkways which the city dislodged when they put in a new sidewalk. He and his team did a great job! They escavated a few more pavers to fully relevel the area, put a base of sand, reset all the pavers (figuring out the puzzle of all the pattern of different size pavers, and refilled the gaps with sand. Even though they were interrupted by a city crew that showed up and trimmed trees right above them, they stayed and got the job done the day they had planned to complete it. Everything came out looking great and as if damage had never occurred. Communications via phone and text were quick, easy to understand and timely. Everything was very professional and the area was left cleaner than when they arrived! Would definitely recommend!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dave's Sealcoating & Special Services, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Forest Park, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Dave's Sealcoating and special services is a local and family owned-asphalt maintenance company. Maintain and care for your personal or company provided equipment, tools and vehicles. Proficiently and safely use snow removal equipment such as shovels, plows, snow blowers, ATV's, skid loaders, vehicles with plow blades, and other power and manually operated tools and equipment used to perform snow removal.

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Asphalt Driveways questions, answered by experts

While blacktop is a type of asphalt, the terms should not be used interchangeably, as not all asphalt qualifies as blacktop. The primary differences are in their composition, production process, and ideal applications. Blacktop contains more stone than other types of asphalt and is heated to a higher temperature during production—300°F or more—while hot-mix asphalt is heated to between 275°F and 300°F. The ratio of bitumen (a tar-like crude oil) is a key differentiator, though sources vary: some state blacktop has less bitumen, making it less durable, while others claim it has a higher ratio. Due to these differences, asphalt is generally more durable and better for high-traffic areas like highways and streets, while blacktop is more suitable for playgrounds and residential driveways. For a driveway project, it is best to consult a professional to determine the most appropriate material.

You should contact your driveway installer before winterizing a newly installed driveway. Winterizing it before the asphalt or concrete has fully cured can damage the driveway. But in many cases, you don't need to winterize a newly installed driveway anyway since it's likely freshly sealed and won't have much damage yet. 

To ensure you hire a reliable and experienced paving company, you should start by finding companies in your area that have at least five to ten years of experience working in your neighborhood. Next, rule out companies with poor reviews online or a series of complaints filed with the Better Business Bureau. Since driveways affect your curb appeal, you should also ask each company for references and pictures of recent work to make sure the work the company does is professional and high quality. Finally, check that the company is licensed and insured.

This creates a risk for your driveway to fail after asphalt curing because it doesn't have a lasting bond with the surface. In order to get asphalt to perform as intended, it's necessary to prepare the dirt surface correctly first. The loose soil base under the new driveway must be compacted until it is stable enough to support the weight of the asphalt.

Several materials are suitable for steep driveways. Gravel and crushed stone are affordable options that provide good traction. Permeable pavers—such as plastic, rubber, or concrete—filled with gravel or crushed stones are also excellent, as they allow water to drain without causing erosion and perform well in ice and snow. Another option is resin, which can be coated with an anti-slip finish and helps prevent puddles. For added stability, you can install a retaining wall to prevent pavers and gravel from shifting over time.

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