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What sounds like a great deal at the time may cost you more in the long run. If you are getting bids between $400 to $600 then someone throws a bid at you for $150, you need to stop and think. Why would a sealcoat company charge so much less than everyone else? That is such an important question to ask. They are either watering-down the sealer so much that it will wash off with the first rain or they are stealing the sealer. It is great to find a good deal but common sense needs to prevail. Always remember the old saying: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is!
What sounds like a great deal at the time may cost you more in the long run. If you are getting bids between $400 to $600 then someone throws a bid at you for $150, you need to stop and think. Why would a sealcoat company charge so much less than everyone else? That is such an important question to ask. They are either watering-down the sealer so much that it will wash off with the first rain or they are stealing the sealer. It is great to find a good deal but common sense needs to prevail. Always remember the old saying: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is!
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== How to Avoid Fly-By-Nights ==
Reputable Driveway Sealing Company Or Fly By Night (also called Sealcoating Gypsies/Travelers)?
The Easy Way To Pick The Right & Reliable Company!
You have heard of them and yes, they really do exist. You wouldn’t be able to tell them apart from anyone else in a town. Many reputable asphalt contractors must compete with "The Sealcoating Gypsies," the fly-by-night companies who come through a town offering quick work at low prices. These companies often use low-quality watered down material as well as untrained labor. They spray black water on driveways and then quickly get out of town. They know how to take advantage of homeowners. Don't let them take advantage of you! Remember, fly-by-night companies SRPAY on the sealer, a reputable company will hand apply the sealer with a SQUEEGEE.
Check the phone number: If the “business” phone they give you is a cell phone or pager, they are not a legitimate company. There are many resources online, like searchbug.com, that allow you to check for a cell phone, land line, or VOIP. VOIP is an acronym for Voice Over Internet Protocol, or in more common terms phone service over the Internet. Many modern companies are switching to VOIP due to the cost efficiency and bundling ability with other internet services. The only types of phones you need to beware of are the cell phones. If a business does not have an established phone service you might want to go with a different company.
Do a quick reference check: A reputable driveway sealing company is happy to provide references, as well as contact information, and to tell you what products they use. Even if you’re too busy to follow up on references, take the time to use the contact info to verify that they are easily reachable, polite, respectful, and courteous.
Don’t hire a company that won’t guarantee their work: As with all products and services, you should look for a guarantee. The very best one to hear is “Our job is not done until you are happy.” This also gives you a very good indication of whether the sealcoating product they are using is of high quality or watered down. We guarantee all of our work and ensure you are completely happy with the finished product.
Ask questions: A legitimate business knows that customers have questions, and they are happy to answer clearly. They take the time to explain why crack filling and quality sealcoating saves you money in repairs and helps to prevent the need to repave. A get in and get out company will not be interested in responding to your questions, they just want to get your money, and get out.
Other things to look for: Look for out-of-state plates, no logos on vehicles, no business cards, etc. Ask for the source of the asphalt sealcoat and if it is mixed to factory specs (it will be thick). Ask how long the company has been in business and where their office is located (is it local?). Most fly-by-night companies stumble on this question and will give a city you never heard of.
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Q: Are all Sealcoat Products the same?
Q: Are all Sealcoat Products the same?
A: No. While many manufacturers produce “sealcoat”, the process, standards and compounds used in the making of sealcoat vary greatly. That is why All Pro Sealcoating uses only SealMaster Sealer direct from the plant which is the finest material available on the market. You can buy “sealcoat” locally, but it won’t last as long. But that’s only part of the story. Do you really want to haul all those heavy pails home, spill it on your clothes (or worse, the house) and then try and make it look nice with a $10 squeegee
A: No. While many manufacturers produce “sealcoat”, the process, standards and compounds used in the making of sealcoat vary greatly. That is why All Pro Sealcoating uses only commercial-grade direct from the plant which is the finest material available on the market. You can buy “sealcoat” locally, but it won’t last as long. But that’s only part of the story. Do you really want to haul all those heavy pails home, spill it on your clothes (or worse, the house) and then try and make it look nice with a $10 squeegee
Q: How long will sealcoat last?
Q: How long will sealcoat last?
