Start ups
Be your own boss
It’s your turn to be your own boss and call the shots. We make starting your own asphalt maintenance and spraying business easy and affordable.
Worth it
The cost of a start up package can be paid off in less than one month.
We set you up with everything you need to start your own business in asphalt maintenance and driveway sealing. Your business will be up and running in no time! Make sure you contact us before the season starts so you can start as soon as the weather permits. You could be making a profit in less than a year!
How to start
Learn how to start your own business.
Welcome
It is not unusual for part-time driveway sealers such as students or semi-retired people to gross $1000 per day and more. Many people who do this full time can earn $100,000 or more per season sealing driveways and small parking lots.
For full time asphalt maintenance and sealers, the sky is the limit.
Easy as 1, 2, 3
1. Contact us by calling 1-800-465-0024 or email [email protected] and let us know you’re interested in starting your own business.
2. Talk with one of our Pro-Tect Asphalt team members and learn more about how you can get started. We will ship your start up package after our meeting.
3. We offer all of our clients tips, techniques, and marketing advice to ensure your business is setup for success.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How difficulty is it to learn to do this?
A. You will be provided with a demonstration of spraying techniques. This will give you the skills and confidence you need to start making an income.
Q. On average, what is the approximate coverage rate?
A. On average, 18 litres of sealer can cover approximately 1000 sq. ft., depending on weather conditions.
Q. How long does a sealed driveway take to dry?
A. You can walk on the asphalt in about 2 hours, depending on weather conditions, but it is recommended not to drive on it for 24 hours.
Q. At what temperature can you spray asphalt?
A. It is recommended that the temperature be at approxmiately 15ºC / 60ºF.
Q. How do you price a jobs sealing driveways?
A. Do some research and find what others are charging per square footage. Prices will vary by company, but make sure you’re prices are competitive and still making a profit!
Q. How do you repair driveway cracks?
A. You will need to first prepare the cracks. Crack filling prior to advanced failure can be the most cost-effective preventive maintenance to asphalt pavement. If done properly and timely crack filling can add many years to the functional life of an asphalt pavement. The general intention of any crack preparation is to create a clean dry reservoir area for the crack sealant to adhere to the walls of the crack. Crack should be cleaned out with a wire broom or wire wheel to create an ample reservoir. Next fill crack with either hot or cold pour material. Smooth off excess with squeegee.
Q. What techniques are used to avoid spraying the house or grass?
A. Always use a blocker board here. This is called cutting the driveway in, you need to use care. Place the board up to the edge closest to the house and make sure to spray only the length of it. Move board along and spray until you reach the end. This will ensure that sealer does not accidentally get sprayed on the building.
Q. How do you control the amount of sealer you apply?
A. Basically, this is done through the coordinated movement of the spray wand and using different spray tips. You will quickly learn to use different motions to adjust your spray pattern and coverage rate. Height of the spray wand also affects the application. Raising the wand higher creates a lighter spray across a wider area. Lowering the wand has the opposites affect narrowing the pattern and applying a thicker coat. The speed at which you sweep the wand affects the amount of sealer applied as well.
It is important to keep the wand moving at all times and it is a good idea to clean your tips frequently.
Q. What do you do about oil spots?
A. Most oil spots can be successfully treated with an oil spot primer; the primer creates a barrier between the oil spot and the sealer enabling the sealer to adhere to the asphalt. Clean up oil with an absorbent as best as possible. Pour primer on spot and let dry. Drying time -1 or 2 minutes.
Q. How often should a driveway be sealed?
A. Sealcoating is a way to protect and rejuvenate the asphalt, depending on the sealer being used. It is a good rule of thumb to sealcoat every 1 to 2 years. This provides a consistently high level of protection for the asphalt, ensuring that it will last longer.