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If my asphalt is new and porous, why cant I just apply two coats instead of seal coating the next season?

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If my asphalt is new and porous, why cant I just apply two coats instead of seal coating the next season?

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As asphalt expands and contracts it may develop pin size holes or small hairline areas in the coating which may allow water to infiltrate through the asphalt. By sealing the next season after initial application, you ensure that you now have a 100% water tight seal. What is the best application method for applying the pavement sealer? Brush application is the best method to ensure a consistent application of material. Squeegee application will either leave too much or too little material on the surface which will result in material tracking into your home onto your carpets and hardwood flooring or the material application being too thin which will result in pre-mature wear and tear. Spray application is NOT SUITED for residential driveways. Spray application is only best suited for large wide open parking lots. With residential spray applications you will experience issues with overspray on your garage door, sidewalks, grass and even worse, your neighbors house. No matter how well a co

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