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Between harsh melting agents\u00a0and freeze-thaw cycles\u00a0expanding existing cracks, it only takes one\u00a0bad season to ruin your paved surface. Fortunately, asphalt\u00a0sealing can prevent major damage if completed in advance.Earle American provides sealcoating and crack sealing\u00a0services\u00a0throughout New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania. Here, we explain the challenges of winter and how blacktop sealing can protect against the worst damage.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow Cold Weather Affects Your Parking LotEvery season affects asphalt paving\u00a0differently. While all four come with their own challenges, winter can be the harshest on your pavement. Common winter elements like snow, snowmelt, ice, and road salt can wreak havoc on pavement, especially pavement that isn\u2019t properly sealed.Snowmelt and ice are two of the biggest winter threats to asphalt pavement. As ice melts, re-freezes, and melts again throughout the winter, it gradually seeps into cracks within the asphalt surface. As the surface course deteriorates, the base course and subgrades are exposed to these conditions. Small surface cracks become large, and large cracks become potholes. Often, if surface cracks are left untreated, the result will be much larger, costly base repairs.\u00a0The Consequences of Poor Pavement MaintenanceWinter asphalt\u00a0damage is more than just an aesthetic problem. As cracks, potholes, and structural issues get worse, they expose your business to a range of repercussions that affect your operations and finances. Here are a few of the consequences you might face because of poor maintenance:Reputation: Visible parking lot damage reflects poorly on your place of business. Your parking lot is the gateway to your business and often the first thing a person notices.\u00a0Access: Uneven driving surfaces are harder for vehicles to navigate. Serious damage may make your property more difficult to access for pickups or deliveries.Expense: What was once routine maintenance\u00a0may require significant reconstruction after winter, resulting in emergency repairs\u00a0with higher costs and longer disruptions.Liability: Pavement cracks and potholes can be a safety hazard. You may face legal liabilities\u00a0for personal injury or vehicle damage due to damaged pavement neglect.These risks increase as time goes on. Asphalt pavement doesn\u2019t fix itself\u2014routine maintenance is required.\u00a0Once the damage has begun, it only escalates. As pavement condition worsens, the cost of restoration does, too.\u00a0Protecting Your Pavement With Blacktop SealingStaying on top of asphalt maintenance is imperative to avoid increasing consequences. Fortunately, if addressed at regular intervals, maintenance can both extend the life of your existing parking lot and reduce costs for more severe repairs.\u00a0Sealcoating helps fill microscopic cracks within your pavement and is the first line of defense against deterioration. The quality sealer also adds sand and fine aggregate particles back to the surface of your asphalt, helping to create a skid-resistant surface. If your pavement is already impacted by cracks, sealing is imperative. \u00a0Crack sealing involves cleaning existing cracks, and filling with a melted rubber compound. This compound bonds to the walls of the crack, ensuring water cannot penetrate.If these services are performed before winter hits, you can protect your pavement from the worst of seasonal damage. Your pavement will be primed to weather the New Jersey climate, leaving you with a smooth and safe surface come spring.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPavement Sealing With Earle AmericanIf you own or manage a commercial property in New Jersey or eastern Pennsylvania with pavement that needs sealing, consider trusting the job to Earle American. We have served our region for over 120 years, and our 200-strong team is skilled and experienced with asphalt paving. Our experts can determine the extent of the repair required and provide an accurate cost estimate. When we complete your project, we finish it to the high standards of our hard-working quality assurance team.With our dedication to quality comes a promise of integrity. Earle American upholds the core values of respect, accountability, honesty, and trust with every client. Customers count on our commitment to clear communication, fair dealing, and a process you can feel confident about.Get Your Pavement Ready for WinterWith winter on its way, now is the time to get serious about pavement maintenance. Blacktop sealing is the best way to protect your asphalt against the elements. Earle American offers sealcoating and crack sealing\u00a0throughout New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania. Contact us\u00a0today or call (856) 456-2899\u00a0to learn more.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/earleamerican.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Get Ready for Winter: Why Crack Sealing is Critical Before Cold Weather Hits","item":"https:\/\/earleamerican.com\/blog\/get-ready-for-winter-why-crack-sealing-is-critical-before-cold-weather-hits\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]