Why London Ontario Driveways Take Such a Beating And What to Do About It

The Freeze-Thaw Problem

London Ontario sits in a climate zone that sees dozens of freeze-thaw cycles every winter. Each cycle does real damage to asphalt. Water works its way into small surface cracks, freezes overnight, expands, and pries the crack wider. By the time spring arrives, what was a hairline crack in October can be a pothole by April.

This isn't a sign of low-quality pavement. It's simply what happens to any asphalt surface that isn't protected. The fix is straightforward: seal the cracks before they can hold water, and sealcoat the surface so water beads off instead of soaking in.

When to Sealcoat in London Ontario

The ideal sealcoating window in London Ontario is late spring through early fall. When overnight temperatures stay consistently above 10°C and no rain is expected for at least 24 hours after application. We typically operate from May through October.

The best time to book is early spring or late summer, before the fall rush. Many homeowners wait until they see obvious damage, but the best results come from sealing a driveway that still has a solid base, before cracks appear or deepen.

Is Sealcoating Worth It in Ontario?

Yes — particularly in a climate like London Ontario's. A sealcoat every 2–3 years typically costs $200–$400 for a residential driveway. Full driveway replacement runs $5,000–$15,000 depending on size. Sealing doesn't prevent all damage forever, but it significantly slows the deterioration that leads to costly repairs. Combined with crack filling, it's the most cost-effective maintenance you can do for asphalt pavement.

What About Resurfacing or New Paving?

We don't offer asphalt resurfacing or new paving installation. Our services are maintenance-focused: crack filling, pothole patching, and sealcoating. If your driveway has failed structurally and needs full replacement or an overlay, we'll tell you honestly, and we're happy to point you toward a reputable paving contractor in the London area rather than take a job that isn't right for our equipment.

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