Driveway Sealing

Driveway sealing protects your investment. Asphalt is porous—it soaks up water, oil, and salt. Without a protective seal, that moisture works its way into the surface. When the temperature drops, it freezes and expands, causing cracks and potholes. We’ve seen this happen all over Boston, especially in older neighborhoods like Roxbury and Roslindale.

Sealing your driveway adds a barrier against water, UV rays, and chemicals. It also gives your driveway a fresh, clean black finish, improving curb appeal. Whether you're looking to protect a newly finished driveway installation or extend the life of an older surface, sealing should be part of your regular maintenance routine.

Driveway sealing works best when your surface is already in decent shape. That’s why we always assess first. If your driveway is showing signs of wear—cracking, minor sinking, or water pooling—we’ll recommend the right mix of services, like:

• Crack filling before sealing to prevent moisture from working its way into the foundation
   
• Driveway resurfacing if the top layer is worn but the base is solid
   
• Driveway widening for families who need more space to park
   
• Driveway drainage installation if water is pooling or flowing toward your home
   

We’ve done everything from small residential jobs to commercial driveway construction across neighborhoods like Jamaica Plain and Allston.

If you own or manage a commercial property in Boston, sealing your asphalt driveway or parking lot should be on your annual checklist. Heavy traffic wears surfaces down faster. We offer commercial driveway services that include sealing, cold planing, crack filling, and even asphalt planing to extend the life of your lot.

One local client—a warehouse near Logan Airport—had us seal and stripe their entire loading area after years of wear and tear. The sealing not only protected the surface, but it also gave the space a professional look that impressed customers and vendors alike.

Driveway sealing doesn’t replace full paving—but it does slow down the need for it. After your initial driveway installation service, we recommend sealing every 2–3 years depending on traffic and weather exposure.

If the surface is rough or damaged, we may suggest cold plane asphalt or planing bituminous pavement—a technique used to remove the top layer of the driveway before resealing or resurfacing. (Wondering what is cold planing? It’s when we shave down the surface to even it out, usually with heavy machinery.)

Once the surface is smoothed, sealed, and cured, it becomes more resistant to future damage. This keeps you from needing costly driveway repair or full repaving for years.

We’re proud to be part of the Boston community, and we treat every job—big or small—with the care it deserves. Our team knows the specific challenges Boston driveways face: the frost line, the plowing damage, the sidewalk runoff. Whether you’re looking for boston asphalt paving, paving companies in MA, or help with paving Boston homes and businesses—we’re your neighbors, and we’ve got the tools and experience to do it right.

We get this question a lot—especially from new homeowners in East Boston or Jamaica Plain. The best time for driveway sealing in Boston is late spring through early fall, when temperatures are consistently above 50°F and the surface is dry. Trying to seal in the cold or during wet weather just doesn’t stick—literally. We schedule most sealing projects between May and October, and we always keep an eye on the forecast. If you’re not sure when to book, we’re happy to take a look and guide you.

Boston can be tricky when it comes to home improvement projects. Depending on where you live, there might be rules about street access, runoff, or materials—especially if you're near protected areas like the Emerald Necklace or working on a commercial driveway downtown. We’ve worked in just about every neighborhood and stay up to date on local regulations so you don’t have to. Whether it’s driveway drainage installation or driveway widening services, we’ll make sure your project meets city standards from start to finish.

We’re not a national chain, and we’re not subcontracting your job out to someone who’s never seen a Boston winter. At Driveway Contractors Boston, sealing driveways isn’t just a box we check—it’s part of a larger approach to protecting your property. We use high-quality sealants, apply them with care, and take the time to prep your asphalt driveway the right way. Our crews live right here in the city, so we know exactly how Boston’s weather and traffic affect your pavement. Whether you're sealing a newly poured surface in Dorchester or refreshing an older commercial driveway near the Seaport, we do the job with honesty, experience, and the kind of attention locals expect.