What Happens If You Don’t Seal Your Asphalt?

Cracked asphalt from a driveway near grass

Your asphalt driveway or parking lot is a major investment and protecting it is the key to getting the most value and lifespan from your surface. We help homeowners and businesses throughout Western New York preserve their asphalt with professional sealcoating services designed to defend against the elements. Without proper protection, asphalt can quickly become… Read more »

Why Summer is Ideal for Sealcoating

Beautiful seal coated driveway

Summer is the perfect time for sealcoating services. Warm temperatures, longer daylight hours, and drier weather all help create a stronger, longer-lasting seal that keeps your driveway or parking lot protected year-round. Warm Weather Helps Sealcoat Cure Properly Sealcoating needs the right weather conditions to cure and bond effectively to asphalt. During the summer months,… Read more »

What Are the Advantages of Applying Sealer By Hand?

Worker sealcoating by hand

Marty’s Seal Coating has spent decades refining our sealcoating process to deliver the best possible results for our customers across Western New York. One of the key decisions we’ve made is to apply sealer by hand using professional-grade horse-hair brooms rather than relying on spray systems or squeegees. While it may take more time, this… Read more »

What Should You Do After Your Driveway Has Been Seal Coated?

Beautiful sealed driveway

Once your asphalt has been freshly seal coated, proper aftercare is essential to ensure you get the maximum lifespan and performance out of your investment. Here’s what we recommend to protect your driveway and keep it looking its best. Allow Proper Curing Time The most important step after seal coating is giving the surface enough… Read more »

How Sealcoating Saves You Money in the Long Run

Driveway recently coated with asphalt

Smart property maintenance is about protecting your investment rather than just reacting to expensive problems later. One of the most cost-effective ways to protect the exterior of your property is routine asphalt sealcoating. While it may seem like an optional service, sealcoating saves you significant money over the life of your driveway or parking lot…. Read more »

The Benefits of Adding Car Stops to a Commercial Parking Lot

Car in parking lot parked in front of car stop

Marty’s Seal Coating has spent years helping property owners protect their pavement and improve the safety and functionality of their parking lots. One simple but highly effective upgrade we often recommend is the addition of car stops. These small features can make a big difference in how your commercial parking lot performs day to day…. Read more »

What Causes Asphalt to Crack?

asphalt with cracks radiating across the surface

Marty’s Seal Coating has spent more than three decades helping homeowners and businesses across Western New York protect and preserve their asphalt surfaces. One of the questions we hear most often is, “Why does my asphalt crack?” While asphalt is a durable material, it’s still vulnerable to several environmental and structural stressors. Understanding what causes… Read more »

Tips for Choosing a Commercial Snowplow Business

Line of cars parked in snow covered parking lot

Western New York is renowned for its crazy winters. If you’re a business owner, keeping your commercial property safe and accessible becomes a top priority. As such, choosing the right commercial snowplow business isn’t just about convenience, it’s about ensuring your operations stay up and running no matter what the weather brings. Here are a… Read more »

The Importance of Businesses Having a Nicely Sealed Parking Lot

Sealed lot from Lot Paving Company in Buffalo

A parking lot is more than just a place for vehicles to park; it’s also a reflection of your business that leaves an impression on customers and employees alike. A well-maintained and freshly sealed parking lot tells visitors that you care about safety, professionalism, and attention to detail. Since 1992, we’ve helped businesses throughout Western… Read more »

Signs Your Driveway Needs to Be Sealed

Driveway Sealcoating by Martys Sealcoating

Your driveway is a big investment, and regular sealcoating is one of the best ways to keep it looking sharp and performing well. But how do you know when it’s time for a fresh sealcoat? Here are some of the most common signs we recommend looking out for. Cracks and Surface Damage Small cracks may… Read more »