What is Chipseal?

A Chipseal is a surface application used to maintain, protect and prolong the live of an existing street or road. It will improve the skid resistance to allow for a safer driving surface,

improve the overall appearance, provide a weatherproof membrane to repel moisture from damaging the base and extends the useful life of the existing pavement.

The Chipseal application is a three step process:

Once the excess chip has been removed a final coat of asphalt sealant will be applied to provide additional waterproofing and chip retention. This material will be tacky to the touch, until overnight curing takes place.

A water based asphalt is applied with a computerized truck, followed by a machine that applies a thin layer of small rock called 'chip', which is set in place by rollers. This step moves fast and only takes a few hours.

Within 24 to 72 hours of

Step 1, street sweepers will remove excess 'chip' from your street. Please drive slow to prevent loose material from scattering.