Crack filling & sealing
Cracks are how water gets into your asphalt, and water is what destroys it from the base up. Crack filling with hot rubberized sealant keeps moisture out so small cracks do not turn into potholes and failed pavement. We seal cracks on driveways and parking lots across Vancouver, WA and the rest of Clark County.
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Hot crack sealing in Vancouver, WA that actually holds
Crack filling fails when the crack is dirty or wet, so on every Vancouver, WA job prep comes first. We clean each working crack out with compressed air or a wire wheel, removing dirt, old failed filler, vegetation, and moisture. On wider or rougher cracks we rout them out to a clean, square channel that gives the sealant something to grab.
We seal with hot-applied rubberized crack sealant, melted and applied at temperature so it flows down into the crack and bonds to the walls. Cold pourable fillers shrink and pop out in a season. Hot rubberized sealant stays flexible, moves with the pavement as it expands and contracts, and keeps water out for years.
We tool the sealant flush or with a slight overband depending on the crack, and we let it set before we open the surface to traffic. Crack filling is the single most cost-effective thing you can do for asphalt, and it is the step we always recommend before sealcoating so the whole surface is protected.
Crack sealing for Vancouver, WA pavement
Cracks are the front door water uses to get into your asphalt, and in Vancouver, WA there is no shortage of water. Months of steady rain run straight down every open crack into the gravel base, soften it, and start pumping fines out under traffic. Once the base is compromised the surface above it has nothing to hold it up, and that is when a thin crack becomes an alligatored, sunken, pothole-ridden mess that costs far more to fix.
Our cold-morning freeze-thaw cycles make it worse. Water sitting in a crack freezes overnight, expands, and pries the crack wider, then thaws and lets in even more water the next day. Sealing cracks while they are still narrow stops that cycle cold. It is the single most cost-effective thing a property owner in Vancouver, WA and the rest of Clark County can do to protect a driveway or lot, and we always recommend it before sealcoating so the whole surface is locked up tight.
Why seal your cracks
Keeps water out of the base
Sealed cracks stop rain and snowmelt from reaching the gravel base, where freeze-thaw and erosion cause the worst failures.
Stops cracks becoming potholes
An open crack only grows. Fill it early and you avoid the far more expensive pothole repair and patching down the road.
Extends the life of the lot
Routine crack sealing is the cheapest way to add years to your pavement before it ever needs resurfacing.
Cheap now, expensive later
Crack filling costs a small fraction of patching or repaving. Deferring it is the most expensive choice you can make.
Our Vancouver, WA crack sealing process
Clean the cracks
We blow each working crack out with compressed air or a wire wheel, clearing dirt, old failed filler, vegetation, and moisture so the new sealant can bond.
Rout if needed
On wider or rough cracks we rout them into a clean, square channel that gives the hot sealant something solid to grab onto.
Apply hot sealant
We melt and apply rubberized crack sealant at temperature so it flows down into the crack and bonds to the walls, not just the top.
Tool and cure
We tool the sealant flush or with a slight overband depending on the crack, then let it set before the surface goes back into service.
Every crack sealing job includes
- Free on-site quote with a written scope
- Cleaning and routing of working cracks
- Hot-applied rubberized crack sealant
- Proper tooling and cure before reopening
- Recommendation on which cracks to seal versus patch
- Cleanup of the work area
- Commercial and residential, locally owned and insured
Crack Filling & Sealing we have done across Clark County, WA
Real crack filling & sealing jobs photographed on site around Vancouver, WA, Battle Ground, WA, and the rest of Clark County. Every one of these is our own crew and our own work.
What goes into a crack sealing quote
Every surface cracks differently, so we look at it in person and give you a free written quote. A few things set the scope.
Amount of cracking
Total linear footage of working cracks is the main driver. A few cracks across a driveway and a heavily cracked lot are different jobs.
Crack width and condition
Wider cracks that need routing, or old cracks packed with failed filler and growth, take more prep before sealant goes in.
Surface size and access
How big the lot is, how it is laid out, and how easy it is to move equipment around all factor into the time on site.
Crack Filling & Sealing in Vancouver, WA & across Clark County
We bring crack filling & sealing to every community in Clark County, from Vancouver, WA and Salmon Creek, WA to Battle Ground, WA, Camas, WA, and Washougal, WA. Commercial and residential, locally owned, free written quotes.
Legacy Seal & Striping
Sealcoating, striping & asphalt repair · Battle Ground, WA
Crack Filling & Sealing FAQ
How much does crack filling cost?
Crack sealing is usually priced by the linear foot or as part of a larger project, and it depends on how many cracks you have and their width. Every lot is different, so we measure and give you a free written quote rather than a flat rate.
How long before I can drive on sealed cracks?
Hot rubberized sealant sets quickly. Most areas are ready for traffic within an hour or so once it has cooled and cured. We let you know when each section is good to go.
Will every crack get filled?
Not necessarily. Hairline cracks may not need it, and badly alligatored or crumbling areas need patching or repair instead of crack filling. We walk the lot and tell you honestly what each crack needs.
When is the best time to seal cracks?
Dry weather above about 50 degrees is ideal, which means spring through fall in the Vancouver, WA area. Cracks need to be dry to bond, so we schedule around the rain.
Do you seal cracks on residential driveways too?
Yes. We do crack repair for both commercial parking lots and residential driveways across Vancouver, WA, Battle Ground, WA, Camas, WA, Ridgefield, WA, and the rest of Clark County.
When is the best time to seal cracks in Vancouver, WA?
Crack sealing goes down best in dry weather on a dry surface, so the warmer, drier stretch from late spring through early fall is ideal in Vancouver, WA. Sealing before the wet season means the cracks are closed up before all that winter rain has a chance to get in.
How long does hot crack sealant last?
Hot-applied rubberized sealant stays flexible and moves with the pavement as it expands and contracts, so a good crack seal commonly holds up for several years. Cold pourable fillers from the hardware store shrink and pop out in a single season, which is why we do not use them.
Should I fill cracks before sealcoating?
Yes, always. Sealcoat is a thin protective coating, not a crack repair, and it will not bridge an open crack on its own. We seal the cracks first, then sealcoat over the top, so the whole surface is protected as one system.
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Real, verified Google reviews from the homeowners, HOAs, and businesses we have sealed, striped, and swept across Clark County, WA.
Very professional high quality of work. Scheduling accommodations and communication were personal and top notch. Excellent level of integrity and execution with the highest commitment from start to finish. Would highly recommend their services to everyone.
Harvey Czichasa day agoI had an excellent experience with Legacy Seal and Stripe here in Battle Ground, Washington! From start to finish, their team was professional, responsive, and detail-oriented.
Ronnie Romero2 months agoGreat experience with Legacy Seal & Striping. They did an excellent job with our asphalt sealcoating and parking lot striping. The crew was professional, on time, and the quality of work really stands out. The lot looks brand new. Highly recommend them for anyone needing sealcoating or striping services.
Elias Valencia2 months agoJoe and his team did an outstanding job sealing our driveway. They paid great attention to detail and left zero mess, it's clear he takes great pride in his work. I highly recommend them, they'll be my first call the next time I need to seal my driveway.
Evan Littlefield4 months agoJoe is great. Never disappointed and I highly recommend this company.
T Wolfe8 months agoJoe was very responsive and was great to work with. He does excellent work and the price was very reasonable. We would definitely use him again.
Terry Reddish9 months agoQuality company. Joe was great at explaining everything, being on time, and doing a thorough job. I highly recommend Legacy Seal and Striping!!
Wayne Shepard9 months agoGreat customer service. Keeps in touch as far as scheduling and follow up of work. Communication months after completion to make sure you are happy with his work. I highly recommend this company.
John Sexson9 months agoQuality work done quickly. Friendly staff. Joe was great!
Chris McNelly9 months agoJoe and his team did an excellent job seal coating our parking lot. It looks fantastic. Joe has been excellent to work with on this project — he is very personable, gave us detailed instructions, and kept great communication throughout.
NSA BrandsCommercial parking lot · 10 months agoJoe did a great job with prepping and sealing my driveway. The work was done very timely and the price was very reasonable. Joe takes a lot of pride in what he does.
Greg Hoffman10 months agoJoe did a wonderful job with the seal coat and striping. He was easy to work with, reliable and fast! Highly recommend his work.
NSA 2027Seal coat & striping · 10 months ago
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