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What services do we offer?

We offer residential and commercial sealing, striping, crack filling, patching, and replacements.

How does the process work?

You may either call, fill out a form, or send our company an email to inquire about an estimate. We send the estimate back to you, and wait for your approval. Once the quote is approved, we will add you to the list for scheduling and reach out with a date to confirm.

Do we offer free estimates?
Yes, our estimates are free!
How is the sealer applied?

Residential: Our sealant is applied by hand with brooms, and is never sprayed on our residential driveways!

Commercial: We offer both hand with brush application as well as spraying options for our commercial lots.

When can you schedule my residential driveway?

Our company selects dates within the week that we actually plan to perform the service. Reason being, living in Western NY, rain and weather can be unpredictable. To avoid excessive rescheduling during wet weather, we select the dates within the week that we plan to perform the service so that we can pick the most accurate dates around the weather.

What do I need to do to get my driveway ready for sealing?
Our company prides itself on making this process as easy as possible for the customer. That being said, as long as the driveway is cleared of vehicles, the crew can proceed with sealing.

We do ask, however, that if there are any caked up dirt spots, weeds and grass growing through cracks, or chalk drawings, be taken care of prior to sealing. Reason being, those require water and treatments in order to be removed, and we cannot put water on a driveway the same day that we are sealing it.

Do I need to be there when you seal my driveway?
No, you do not. As long as the driveway is cleared of vehicles, you do not need to be present at the time of service. The crew will come and complete the seal, and then our office will either email or text an invoice to be paid once the job is completed.
Do we prep your driveway before sealing it?
Yes we do. Our crews come to each job equipped to edge up the driveway, and use power blowers to clear off any dirt and debris.
What if it rains on the day I am scheduled?
Although we try our hardest to work around the weather, sometimes things happen! We will never come out to seal if it is raining. Our office will reach out to you and verify an alternative date for service.
What are my payment options?
We accept cash, check, or card payments that can be made over the phone or online.
How long after sealing do I have to wait to use my driveway?

We ask you wait 24 hours before walking on your driveway, and 48-72 hours before driving on your driveway.

What sealer product do we offer?
In previous years, Manel Sealers has strictly used coal tar as our sealer product. As of 2022, coal tar was banned in New York State, so we are no longer able to buy it.

That being said, our company has switched over to asphalt emulsion as our new sealer product. This product is still the top tear sealant we have always promised, just a different product.

When does our season start? And when does it end?

Sealing: We can start sealing as soon as the weather is consistently above 65 degrees. If it is too cold when we seal, the sealer will not set correctly and can cause a mess. We end sealing typically at the end of September, but can sometimes seal into October if the warmth holds out.

Paving: We can start paving as soon as the plows stop plowing for the winter, as soon as the snow stops for the year. We end paving in mid November when plows start to amp up for the winter months.

How often should I have my asphalt sealed?

Residential: Depending on the average wear and tear on your driveway, you may or may not need annual sealing. In most cases, we recommend our residential clients have their driveway sealed every other year. If you have lots of driveway traffic, and get plowed in the winter months, this might result in needing sealing every year.

Commercial: For our commercial lots, we recommend getting two coats of sealer to ensure longevity. This can allow your lot to seal every other year. With one coat of sealant, we recommend sealing annually.

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