Chip Sealing.

When chip sealing is the right call

Long country approaches that would cost a fortune in smooth asphalt. Ranch and farm lanes. Rural municipality roads with moderate traffic. Acreage drives where you want a real surface but don't need the polished look. The cost per running foot is much lower than full asphalt paving.

Texture actually helps in winter

The rougher surface gives you better traction in snow and ice, which is why provincial highways often chip seal instead of overlay. It's a feature, not a downgrade. Less slipping in spring melt. Less white-knuckle driving in February.

How chip seal ages

Chip Seal doesn't need sealcoating, the stone-and-asphalt surface is its own seal. Maintenance is mostly crack-filling as small cracks appear, and a fresh re-chip every seven to ten years depending on traffic. Lower long-term maintenance than smooth asphalt.

What we handle under this service

• Long rural driveways and approaches
• Ranch and farm lanes
• Rural municipality and country road surfacing
• Acreage and country property entrances
• Lower price per foot than full asphalt
• Better traction in snow and ice