What if it rains after I seal my driveway?

• <div><p>Ideally, you should seal your driveway when there won’t be rain for several days, but at a minimum, there can’t be rain for at least 24 hours. If it rains shortly after you seal your driveway, the water can wash away the sealer and render your work useless. You’ll have to wait for your driveway to dry out and try applying again. Note that some sealers—like oil-based sealers or specialty fast-drying sealers—may cure faster. Ask your contractor for information on timing before the install, and if there’s rain in the forecast, postpone the job.</p></div>

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Q: What benefits do professionals offer over DIY sealing?

• <div><p>Access to commercial-grade products and equipment, ensuring thorough coverage and long-lasting protection.</p></div>

Q: What are the three main types of asphalt?

• <div><p>The three most common types of asphalt are hot asphalt, MC cold mix, and UPM asphalt. Hot asphalt is used most often for paving and patching roadways while it&rsquo;s hot and workable. MC cold mix asphalt cures more slowly than hot asphalt, but it can be used for temporary patches and repairs in low-traffic areas. UPM is also used cold, but it can be used as a longer-term fix, usable in almost any conditions at almost any temperature.</p></div>

Q: What if it rains after I seal my driveway?

• <div><p>Ideally, you should seal your driveway when there won&rsquo;t be rain for several days, but at a minimum, there can&rsquo;t be rain for at least 24 hours. If it rains shortly after you seal your driveway, the water can wash away the sealer and render your work useless. You&rsquo;ll have to wait for your driveway to dry out and try applying again. Note that some sealers&mdash;like oil-based sealers or specialty fast-drying sealers&mdash;may cure faster. Ask your contractor for information on timing before the install, and if there&rsquo;s rain in the forecast, postpone the job.</p></div>

Q: How do I maintain my asphalt driveway?

• <div><p>Regular maintenance will help you avoid costly repairs and early replacement. Clean the driveway surface with a stiff brush and water at least twice yearly, and remove any weeds that try to take root. Additionally, every two to five years, apply a sealcoat&mdash;this protects the driveway against damaging UV rays and keeps it looking like new. </p></div>

Q: What’s the difference between tar and bitumen?

• <div><p>Though they may look similar, tar and bitumen come from different sources. Bitumen is a petroleum product&mdash;extracted during crude oil refining&mdash;and is mostly made up of hydrocarbons. Tar comes from burning down organic materials like coal or wood. Bitumen is strictly oil-based, while tar is a mix of compounds from natural sources. Both are used as binders in paving; however, bitumen is the standard for today&rsquo;s asphalt. Tar use has mostly faded out of road construction.</p></div>

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Last update on October 31, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
I called All State Paving for a quote to have my driveway repaved. Richard showed up the next day and gave us a quote to remove top layer of asphalt and install new. The following week they showed up on time and had the old drive removed and new drive completed in less than six hours. An issue...
Allstate Paving
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Reviewed in August 2024
What a HUGE disappointment! Every time I pull in my driveway, I could just cry Ã°Â Â Â¢ I already have another company hired for next year to fix the MESS these people left. My driveway was to be sealed...there are so many cracks that didn't get filled...unreal...HORRIBLE experience and no...
Wells & Sons Paving
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Reviewed in June 2024
Hired Doug to do a removal of part of my driveway and put down new asphalt. Doug and his crew were very nice and professional but the end result was not what I was expecting. Very disappointed.
Doug Robinson's Asphalt Sealcoating & Striping
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Reviewed in September 2013
Quick service: The roof was completely installed in one day. The gutters and storage barn were completed on a following day. The workers were courteous and cleaned up well after the completion of the jobs. The owner carefully inspected the job after completion. They were open to any of our...
Roszman Roofing & Remodeling
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Reviewed in August 2011
On August 18, 2011, I called Fritchie Asphalt and Paving to ask about getting an estimate for some work on our asphalt driveway. The woman I spoke with told me that Mike would call me the following day to set up a time to come to the house and work up a price. Mike called the following Monday,...
FRITCHIE ASPHALT & PAVING CO
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Reviewed in August 2011
Representative came to my house to give me an estimate. He suggested that since it was a relatively new driveway, it would need 2 coats because the first one would "soak right in", and that he'd put some sort of rubberized coating on in, to help seal it. He arrived on the day agreed upon. He had...
D & A Sealing
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Reviewed in October 2008
Band C has replaced driveways for both me and my mother. For our driveway, they were very professional and quick. The workers were very friendly, and they did top notch work. The drive looks great, and they were the least expensive quote! No one was ever standing around. When someone's job was...
B&C Blacktop
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Bill's Paving, LLC

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Bill's Paving was founded in Ohio . For 20 years, Bill's Paving, LLC, has handled the paving requirements for Ohio . Specializing in all phases of sealcoating , tar and chip and asphalt installation, including overlays, extensions and major or minor repairs for commercial and industrial establishments or residential homes, Bill's Paving, LLC, offers complete and accredited paving services for projects both large and small. Call for an estimate 1-800-211-1079 or 419-573-3881

"Project completed was top notch. Bill was very professional and completed the job the next day after his estimate."

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