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.