Dave Loomis
Commercial Property Owner
★★★★★
"Mike and his crew did an outstanding job on our parking lot. Showed up when they said they would, got it done in one day, and the lot looks brand new. Very happy with the price too."
Crack Filling & SealingAround Your Schedule.
Residential & Commercial. Southern Tier NY Since 2015
Cracks in your asphalt aren't just cosmetic. They're letting water into the base. Every winter that water freezes, expands, and makes the crack bigger. We clean them out with a heat lance and seal them properly before it turns into a $4,000 patching job. Free estimates, no pressure.
- Serving the Southern Tier Since 2015
- Free Estimates
- Licensed & Insured
What to Expect
How Crack Filling Works
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Crack Assessment
We walk the surface and assess every crack: width, depth, type, and cause. Not every crack is the same. Linear cracks from settling get treated differently than alligator cracking from base failure. We'll tell you which ones can be filled, which need patching, and which ones are fine to leave for now.
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Heat Lance Cleaning
This is the step most contractors skip. We use a heat lance: 1,200°F at 2,800 psi : to blast debris, moisture, and loose material out of every crack before we seal it. If you don't clean the crack first, the filler won't bond and it'll pop out after the first freeze. We don't skip it.
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Hot-Pour Rubberized Filler
We fill each crack with hot-applied rubberized sealer that bonds to the crack walls and stays flexible through freeze-thaw cycles. This isn't cold-pour filler from a hardware store. It's commercial-grade material that actually moves with the asphalt instead of cracking again when temperatures drop.
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Cure & Sealcoating (If Applicable)
Crack filler needs to cure before sealcoating goes over it, typically a few hours. If you're getting both services done, we schedule crack filling first and return for sealcoating once the filler has set. One crew, coordinated timing, no wasted mobilizations.
What Customers Say
Real Reviews from Real Customers
Karen S.
Homeowner, Owego NY
★★★★★
"Very dependable, honest and easy to work with. So pleased with their work on our driveway. You can tell they take pride in what they do. Would 100% recommend to anyone."
Tom Rafferty
Property Manager, Binghamton NY
★★★★★
"We've used Seal Right for three years running on our apartment complex. They seal the lot and re-stripe it every season. Always professional, always on time, always fair."
Lisa M.
Homeowner, Vestal NY
★★★★★
"Called for a driveway quote and Mike came out within a couple days. No pressure, explained everything clearly, and the price was very reasonable. Driveway looks great."
The Work Speaks for Itself
Jobs We're Proud Of
Crack filling before it becomes a structural problem, here's what that looks like in practice.
Amazon Distribution Center
Rochester, NY
Crack filling + full lot sealcoatingHigh-traffic logistics facility with significant cracking from heavy truck traffic. We crack-filled the entire lot, then sealed it, phased overnight so operations never stopped.
Walmart Supercenter
Southern Tier, NY
Full crack sealingExtensive cracking from years of freeze-thaw cycles. Heat lance cleaned every crack, then sealed with rubberized filler. Stopped the water infiltration before it reached the base.
Residential Driveway
Southern Tier, NY
Crack filling + sealcoatingFour years of freeze-thaw damage on a residential driveway. Filled the cracks first, let it cure, then sealed the whole surface. The homeowner said it looked better than when it was first paved.
Why Seal Right
We Do the Prep Work Everyone Else Skips
Most crack filling fails because the crack wasn't cleaned properly before the filler went in. Debris and moisture prevent the material from bonding, and after one freeze it pops right out. We use a heat lance: 1,200-degree heat at 2,800 psi, to blast every crack clean before we seal it. It takes longer. It costs more to do it right. We do it anyway.
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Heat lance cleaning on every crack
1,200°F at 2,800 psi blasts debris and moisture out before we seal. This is the step most contractors skip. And why their work fails.
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Rubberized hot-applied sealer
Flexes with the freeze-thaw cycle instead of cracking again. The right material for upstate New York winters.
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We work around your schedule
Sections can be back in service within hours. We plan around your business hours so you stay open.
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Honest assessment on every estimate
We'll tell you which cracks need filling, which ones need patching, and which ones are fine for now. No upselling.
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Licensed & insured since 2015
Over a decade in the Southern Tier. Full liability coverage, certificates of insurance available for commercial jobs.
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Free estimates, no pressure
We come out, look at the actual cracks, and give you a straight number. No vague ballparks.
The Cost of Waiting
Sealcoating Now
Starting at $450
Driveway avg.
Patching Later
$1,000 to $6,000+
After neglect
The Honest Truth
Waiting Makes It Way More Expensive
Here's the thing about cracks, they don't stay small. Every winter, water gets in, freezes, expands, and pushes the crack wider. What's a $450 crack filling job today can turn into a $1,500 patching job next year and a $6,000+ repaving job in five years.
Crack filling is the cheapest thing you can do to protect your asphalt investment. We'll tell you honestly what your surface needs. And if the cracks are too far gone for filling, we'll tell you that too instead of taking your money for a repair that won't hold.
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between crack filling and crack sealing?
Crack filling uses a material to fill the crack and prevent water from entering. Crack sealing uses a rubberized material that bonds to the crack walls and flexes with temperature changes. Which matters a lot in upstate New York where the freeze-thaw cycle is severe. We use the right approach based on the type and severity of the crack.
Should I fill cracks before sealcoating?
Yes, always. Sealing over unfilled cracks traps water underneath and accelerates deterioration. We recommend crack filling as the first step in any asphalt maintenance plan. If you're getting both done, we handle crack filling first and sealcoating after it cures.
How do you clean cracks before filling them?
We use a heat lance: 1,200-degree heat at 2,800 psi, to blast debris and moisture out of the crack before we seal it. This is the step most contractors skip. If you don't clean the crack properly, the filler won't bond and it'll fail after the first freeze. We don't skip it.
How do I know if my asphalt needs crack filling?
If you can see visible cracks in your driveway or parking lot, it's time to fill them. Even small cracks allow water to penetrate the base, leading to potholes and structural failure. Early crack filling is one of the most cost-effective asphalt maintenance steps, far cheaper than patching or repaving.
Can you do crack filling on a commercial lot without closing it?
Yes. We can work in sections and schedule around your business hours. Crack sealing cures quickly, so we can often have a section back in service within a few hours. For large commercial lots, we'll plan the work in phases so your operation stays running.
How long does crack sealing last?
A properly cleaned and sealed crack can last 3 to 5 years depending on traffic and weather. In upstate New York, the freeze-thaw cycle is the main enemy. Which is why proper prep (heat lance cleaning) is so important. We'll let you know honestly what to expect when we come out for the estimate.
More Ways We Help
Other Services We Offer
Sealcoating
Crack filling and sealcoating work best together. Once the cracks are filled and cured, a fresh sealcoat locks everything in and protects the whole surface from UV damage and water penetration.
Learn moreLine Striping
If your parking lot needs crack sealing, it probably needs re-striping too. We can coordinate both services so your lot comes out clean, sealed, and professionally marked, one crew, one schedule.
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