Chip off the old block: Why chip seal is important
What’s the deal with chip seal? Chip seal means adding a protective coating to an existing road. Trucks use hot liquid asphalt and then cover it with aggregate, a mix of several types of stone. Chip seal:
• Prevents water from penetrating the roadbed;
• Fills and seals cracks in old pavement;
• Provides an improved reflective surface for nighttime driving and an anti-glare surface during wet weather;
• Provides a skid-resistant surface;
• AND chip seal is 15-20% cheaper than pavement overlays!
Remember: Take it slow when driving through a new chip seal. Driving too fast can cause loose chips to fly, creating a hazard to pedestrians, motorcyclists and your windshield.
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