Alright, Canby homeowners, we need to talk about your asphalt. You have a driveway or a private road. You also know that sealcoating is important for keeping it in good shape. Our Willamette Valley weather is not always straightforward. This makes timing everything when we protect your pavement.
When to Schedule Your Sealcoating in Canby
The biggest factor for successful sealcoating is the weather. You cannot just put sealer down any time and expect it to work right. For us in Canby, the best time for sealcoating is generally from late spring through early fall. This means from May through September. Summer is the main time for Sealcoating in Canby.
Why do we do Sealcoating then? Because sealcoat needs warm, dry conditions to cure properly. If you try to do it when it is too cold or wet, it will not bond. It will also not last. You will just be throwing money away if you do this. Mighty Asphalt Co has seen this happen too many times.
Specifically, we are looking for consistent daytime temperatures above 50°F. Ideally, we want temperatures between 70°F and 90°F. It is even better if those overnight temperatures do not dip below 50°F for at least 24 hours after application. In Canby, our summers are usually short, dry, and warm. This makes July and August ideal for Sealcoating. That is when we get those long stretches of clear, warm days that are perfect for sealcoating in Canby.
Spring can work for Sealcoating projects, especially late spring. You have to watch out for those unpredictable rain showers we get in Canby. Early fall, like September, can also be good. The weather starts getting a bit more difficult with cooler temperatures and increasing rainfall during that time.
Weather Conditions That Affect the Work
It is not just about temperature for a good Sealcoating job. A few other things can really make a difference:
- Rain: This is a key factor for Sealcoating. You absolutely cannot have rain for at least 24 to 48 hours after the sealcoat is applied. If it rains, the sealer will not dry properly. It will also wash away. You will end up with a mess and no protection for your asphalt. Canby gets a lot of rain, especially from October to May. December is the wettest month, averaging around 8.9 inches. So, trying to do Sealcoating in winter is just asking for trouble.
- Humidity: High humidity can slow down the drying and curing process significantly. The air just cannot absorb the moisture from the sealcoat as efficiently. We want low humidity for the best Sealcoating results.
- Direct Sunlight: This is a good thing for Sealcoating. Direct sunlight helps speed up drying. Cloudy conditions can reduce the quality of the coating. This is because it does not get that direct heat to help it cure.
- Wind: Calm winds are best for Sealcoating. Too much wind can blow debris onto your freshly applied sealcoat. This can ruin the finish of the asphalt.
- Extreme Heat: Warm weather is good for Sealcoating. Too hot can be bad. If it is over 90°F, the sealcoat can dry too quickly.