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Professional sealcoating services in Oxfordshire

Road surface sealing is a preventive treatment that protects roads, car parks, driveways and other surfaces against water penetration and vehicle wear. By protecting sublayers against degradation, sealcoating can delay resurfacing or replacement by up to 5 years per coating.

Sealing is ideal for newly laid surfaces, keeping them in excellent condition from the start. But it’s also a highly effective method for restoring water resistance to existing roads.

Hazell & Jefferies Ltd regularly carries out fast, high-quality road surface sealing in Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Reading and the surrounding areas. And we’re available for larger highway projects anywhere in the UK on request.

Speak to our expert team today to arrange professional sealcoating services that reduce your road maintenance costs.

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Why seal roads, car parks and driveways?

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Extends surface lifespan
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Protects against water
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Delays costly resurfacing
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Improves skid resistance
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Lowers maintenance costs
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Minimal traffic disruption

Types of road surface seal treatments

  • Surface dressing: Our team sprays a layer of bitumen binder onto the road and spreads aggregate chippings across the surface. The binder guards against water ingress while the larger stones provide excellent skid resistance
  • Rejuvenator sealing: Specialist oils penetrate asphalt surfacing and restore flexibility that’s lost as bitumen binder ages. This reduces brittleness and slows the development of surface cracks, making your surface last much longer
  • Fog seal: We spray a light coating of bitumen emulsion across the road surface. This fills tiny surface voids and binds loose aggregate particles together, sealing the surface against water penetration and protecting it from wear
  • Encapsulation protection: A new treatment that involves spraying bitumen emulsion and applying a layer of fine aggregate. The smaller stones fill gaps more effectively that traditional chippings, giving you a denser, more protective finish
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Why choose us?

Your trusted partner in road sealing and maintenance

For more than 50 years, our expert road surface sealing contractors have helped homeowners, businesses and local authorities protect their roads against wear.

From private paths and driveways to commercial car parks and the nation’s biggest motorways, we come highly recommended for surfacing works of any scale. And we use effective traffic management strategies to keep disruptions to a minimum.

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Surface Seal FAQs

What is surface sealing?

Surface sealing involves spreading a protective coating across an asphalt, tarmac, concrete or resin surface.

This protects it against water penetration, UV damage, oil spills and general wear.

Sealing is commonly used on roads, car parks, driveways and paths to extend surface lifespan and maintain an attractive appearance.

How does surface sealing work?

Surface sealing works by applying a liquid sealant over a cleaned surface.

Once cured, it forms a protective weather-resistant barrier that prevents moisture, corrosion and wear from vehicles.

It also fills small surface pores, making cleaning and maintenance much easier.

What are the benefits of surface sealing?

Sealing your road or driveway:

  • Extends lifespan and delays the need for resurfacing
  • Reduces wear from weather, spills and vehicles
  • Protects against water ingress and freeze-thaw damage
  • Makes your surface look cleaner and more attractive
  • Saves money over costly resurfacing or replacement

Do I need to seal my surface?

If your road, car park, driveway or footpath shows signs of fading, cracking or water pooling, speak to a trusted local surfacing contractor right away.

Early treatment prevents the damage from getting worse. So you can delay more expensive resurfacing or replacement for up to 5 years.

Surface sealing is also ideal for newly laid surfaces, as it helps protect them from the start.

This reduces long-term wear and keeps them looking spectacular, giving you greater value for your investment.

How much does surface sealing cost?

A simple seal coating costs around £3-£5 per square metre, plus the cost of labour and cleaning.

With this in mind, you can expect sealing a regular home driveway to cost around £200-£400.

Public roads with higher traffic volume generally need stronger sealing.

These can cost £4-£7 per square metre as a base price.

How long does surface sealing take?

We can carry out most domestic or commercial sealing projects in just one or two days.

Large projects and public works generally take longer, though the specific timeline depends on the size.

In good weather, sealants typically cure within 24 hours. So motorists and pedestrians can use the surface again shortly after treatment with minimal disruption.

How long does a surface seal last?

A professionally applied surface seal can last 3-5 years depending on traffic levels, weather exposure and maintenance.

You can significantly extend this by combining a quality seal with surface dressing for maximum preventative care.

Where does Hazell & Jefferies Ltd offer surface seal coating?

Our team provides surface sealing in Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Reading and the surrounding areas.

We’re also available throughout the UK on request, especially for large-scale surface sealing projects for public highways.

Can I get a free quote for surface sealing?

Contact us today to give us the details of your surface and we’ll provide a free no-obligation quote to seal it against weather and wear.

 

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