Signs Your Okemos Parking Lot Is Ready for Sealcoating
Sealcoating is preventive maintenance for asphalt that still has a stable structure. Sun exposure, snow, moisture, and steady commercial traffic can wear the surface well before potholes or deeper failure appear.
An Okemos parking lot may be ready for sealcoating when:
- The surface has changed from dark black to a faded gray
- Entrances, drive lanes, and parking areas show noticeable surface wear
- The asphalt looks dry, rough, or unevenly weathered
- Small cracks are appearing and may need separate crack sealing
- An older sealcoat has worn away or no longer provides consistent coverage
Potholes, alligator cracking, settlement, or persistent drainage problems require evaluation before sealcoating. A protective coating can’t rebuild failed asphalt or correct an unstable base.