Crack Sealing
When you invest in crack sealing through Serrato Asphalt, you’re backed by work our family stands behind — a treatment applied correctly, with the right materials, by our own in-house crew. For property managers and owners throughout Sacramento, CA and the greater Sacramento region, our crack sealing service provides a guaranteed defense against water infiltration that quietly destroys pavement from the inside out. We’ve been getting this right for over a decade, and we bring that standard to every commercial and residential property we service.
What Is Crack Sealing?
Crack sealing is a pavement maintenance process that uses hot-applied rubberized sealant to treat active cracks in asphalt surfaces. Unlike crack filling — which addresses dormant cracks — crack sealing uses highly flexible materials engineered to move with the pavement as it expands and contracts through temperature cycles. This elasticity prevents the sealant from debonding and re-opening, making it the appropriate treatment for working cracks in high-traffic commercial settings.
Properly applied crack sealing blocks the entry point for water, debris, and vegetation, all of which accelerate pavement breakdown when allowed to work into open cracks over time.
Types of Crack Sealing Applications
- Band-Aid Sealing – Sealant applied in a banded strip over the crack surface, used for shallower cracks with minimal width
- Flush Sealing – Sealant filled to surface level within a routed reservoir, ideal for wider working cracks
- Reservoir Routing & Sealing – Crack is mechanically routed to create a uniform reservoir shape before sealant is applied — the most effective method for active cracks
- Overband Sealing – A wider surface application used when pavement around the crack is also experiencing stress
Our Crack Sealing Process
- Crack Assessment – We evaluate crack width, activity level, and pattern to determine whether sealing or filling is the right approach
- Routing (If Applicable) – Working cracks are routed to create a clean, consistent reservoir that maximizes sealant contact area and longevity
- Cleaning & Drying – Routed cracks are blown clean with compressed air to remove all debris, moisture, and vegetation
- Hot Sealant Application – Commercial-grade rubberized hot-pour sealant is applied at proper temperature for full crack penetration and adhesion
- Surface Finishing – Excess sealant is squeegeed flush or banded as appropriate to create a clean, trafficable surface
Benefits of Crack Sealing in Sacramento, CA
- Moisture Barrier – Sacramento Valley’s wet winters make water exclusion critical; sealed cracks block infiltration that erodes the aggregate base
- Flexibility Through Temperature Extremes – Rubberized sealant moves with asphalt through the region’s hot summers and cool winters without cracking out
- Extended Pavement Lifespan – Research consistently shows that sealed pavement outlasts unsealed pavement by several years at significantly lower maintenance cost
- Cost Avoidance – Sealing cracks today prevents base failures that require excavation and reconstruction — a 10-to-1 cost difference in many cases
- Preserves Pavement Integrity – Closed cracks prevent the entry of incompressible debris that causes the crack to widen and spall when traffic loads compress it
Why Choose Serrato Asphalt for Crack Sealing
- Guaranteed Workmanship – We stand behind our crack sealing work; if there’s an issue with application quality, we make it right
- No Subcontractor Risk – Our family’s crew performs your sealing work directly — you’re not getting a different crew through a middleman
- Generations of Pavement Knowledge – Understanding which cracks to seal, which to fill, and which indicate larger structural issues comes from experience
- Financing Options – We offer financing for larger maintenance scopes across commercial properties
- Veteran & Senior Discounts – Discounts available for qualifying clients; ask when you call
Frequently Asked Questions
When is crack sealing better than crack filling?
Crack sealing is the right choice for active cracks — those that show movement with temperature changes. If a crack is less than 3 years old or located in an area with significant thermal cycling, rubberized sealing is more appropriate than standard filling compounds.
Does crack sealing prevent cracks from coming back?
Crack sealing seals the existing crack and slows the progression of deterioration. It does not prevent new cracks from forming. A comprehensive maintenance program that includes periodic sealing and sealcoating provides the best long-term protection.
Do you offer crack sealing for commercial properties throughout Sacramento County?
Yes. We serve commercial and residential properties throughout West Sacramento, Sacramento, Roseville, Elk Grove, Rocklin, Folsom, El Dorado Hills, Placerville, Auburn, and all surrounding areas.
Related Services
Crack sealing delivers the best results when paired with a complete pavement maintenance strategy:
- Crack filling services – The right treatment for dormant, non-working cracks in stable pavement sections
- Sealcoating applications – Full surface protection applied after crack sealing for comprehensive pavement preservation
- Ongoing maintenance services – Scheduled programs that keep crack sealing on the right cycle for your property
- Reliable asphalt repair – For cracks that indicate structural failure requiring excavation and reconstruction
Request a Crack Sealing Estimate
Don’t let active cracks work water into your pavement base through another wet Sacramento winter. Serrato Asphalt provides professional crack sealing services for commercial and residential properties throughout Sacramento, CA. Contact us today for a free estimate — with financing available, veteran and senior discounts, and seasonal promotions in spring and fall.
Call (916) 870-5984 or Contact Us to schedule your evaluation.
