Chip Seal

Arlington Paving & Sealcoat provides top-of-the-line driveway chip seal, commercial chip seal and more to our valued Arlington clients. Chip sealing (sometimes called tar and chip) is an affordable, convenient, and low-maintenance alternative to traditional asphalt pavement.

When asphalt becomes cracked, it allows water, oil, gas, dirt, and other debris to seep into the pavement and cause to erode and degrade your asphalt. If cracks are not promptly repaired and sealed, the damage could lead to an extremely costly replacement down the line. We offer professional and affordable asphalt chip sealing overlays that will help prevent your asphalt from sustaining more damage, and smooth out the surface for a better look and smoother ride for traffic.

Chip sealing asphalt brings many advantages including:

Beautification – Chip sealing provides an aesthetic to your pavement that many find desirable. It provides a more natural or rustic look than traditional asphalt pavement.

Cost – Installing chip seal is significantly less expensive that installing asphalt.
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Minimal Maintenance – Applying chip seal removes the need for regular sealcoating.

High Traction – The rough and gritty nature of chip seal gives it superior wet weather traction for walking or driving.

Temperature – Chip seal is lighter in color, and does not absorb as much heat as a blacktop.

Convenience – After installation, chip seal can be driven on immediately, and doesn’t need time to harden. It is also quick and easy to install, making it a great option for businesses that don’t want any down time.

Chip seal driveways are an attractive alternative to asphalt and concrete. It is incredibly affordable, resistant to damage, and has a long lifespan without the need for sealcoating and fewer repairs. They tend to maintain their look for longer than asphalt with minimal maintenance. If you like the look of chip seal, consider choosing it for your driveway over traditional pavements.

Chip seal driveways are particularly suited to the Texas climate. Among the weaknesses of chip seal over asphalt is it needs a warm temperature to be installed, and snow plowing can damage the surface. Here in Arlington, we have the warm weather that greatly benefits chip and seal driveway owners.