General FAQ

1. Why should I do it myself rather than hire a contractor?
   
   The short answer is QUALITY -- from both a product and application standpoint. On the product front, contractors use a "bulk" product and have the ability to water the product down resulting in much less "good stuff" on your driveway. With regards to application, many contractors spray the sealer down which leaves it sitting on top whereas a homeowner will (should) squeegee the sealer on which properly fills in the pores and last longer.

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2. I recently had my driveway paved, how long should I wait before sealing?
   
   We recommend waiting at least 6 months prior to sealing to allow the natural distillates to emit from the blacktop. If your driveway beads up when water is sprayed on it ... your driveway is not ready yet.

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3. I have put the sealer down too thick and am getting "mud cracks"...what do I do?
   
   Well, #1 we strongly recommend using the proper tool...our 18" Seal Right Squeegee and bearing down on it while applying as you want to leave a thin coat. Not applying enough pressure (especially on rough pavement) or using the wrong tool can result in putting it down too thick which may result in tracking. What you can do is pour a little water onto the mud cracked area right away and with a push broom work out those thick areas.

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4. I have purchased some 5gallon Latexite pails and it's too late in the season to seal my driveway ... i.e. it's too cold outside. Can I store the sealer so it will be good to use in the spring?
   
   Sealer will be fine in the spring AS LONG AS it doesn't freeze. Sealer is water based, so if it freezes, it will be ruined. Store it in a place that won't freeze, put a towel down and keep them stored upside down. This will make it easier to stir in the spring!