Why Sealcoating Matters in Kenmore

Kenmore lots see a familiar Northwest combo: heavy moisture for much of the year, shaded areas that stay damp longer, and steady turning traffic along the SR-522 (Bothell Way NE) corridor. If your asphalt is still structurally sound, sealcoating helps slow oxidation and surface raveling, while crack sealing helps keep water from getting into the pavement structure.

• Extend pavement life: protect the surface and slow aging from sun, water, and traffic.
• Reduce water intrusion: seal active cracks before they widen and connect.
• Keep the site looking maintained: darker finish and a cleaner appearance for customers and tenants.

Kenmore Sites Where Sealcoating Makes a Big Difference

We commonly see faster wear at entrances, drive lanes, and high-turnover parking areas, especially near busy destinations and waterfront traffic.

In Kenmore, that often looks like:

• Retail/restaurant lots along Bothell Way NE (SR-522) with constant turning movements
• Parking areas serving waterfront visitors near Log Boom Park
• Hospitality and event traffic near Saint Edward State Park
• Industrial/service lots where delivery vehicles accelerate cracking in wheel paths
• Properties near the Lake Washington shoreline where stormwater management needs extra attention

Sealcoating Services We Offer in Kenmore

• Commercial parking lot sealcoating (retail, office, HOA, industrial)
• Drive lanes and entrances (often the first areas to fail)
• Hot-applied crack sealing where appropriate
• Oil spot priming and surface prep
• Traffic control and phased scheduling for occupied sites
• Maintenance planning (catch cracks early, avoid costly surprises)

How We Handle Prep, Application, and Scheduling

1. Site review: measure areas, identify cracking, drainage patterns, and traffic flow.
2. Prep: sweeping/cleaning, edge work, and oil spot treatment/priming as needed.
3. Crack sealing: address active cracking to reduce water intrusion and slow crack growth.
4. Sealcoat: apply one or two coats depending on wear and manufacturer specs.
5. Cure + reopen: reopen in phases so customers/tenants can keep moving.

Best season in Kenmore: late spring through early fall, during dry windows (typically above ~50°F).

Stormwater and Environmental Care in Kenmore

Kenmore is serious about protecting local waterways and managing stormwater. We plan projects with runoff control in mind and avoid tracking
material into gutters and drains. If you want to see the City’s guidance and programs, these are helpful starting points:

• City of Kenmore Environmental Services
• Surface Water Management (stormwater) overview
• Stormwater maintenance & development guidance

We’ll flag drainage and low-spot issues during the quote process, because sealcoating doesn’t fix ponding water, it just protects what’s already there.

After Sealcoating: Re-Striping (When Needed)

If your markings are faded, re-striping is commonly scheduled after sealcoat has properly cured. That timing helps the new paint bond well and keeps the lines crisp.

Learn more about parking lot striping in Kenmore.

Kenmore Sealcoating FAQs

How often should a parking lot be sealcoated?

Many lots benefit from sealcoating every 2–3 years depending on traffic and exposure. Entrances and main drive lanes usually wear faster than stalls.

Does sealcoating fix cracks?

Not by itself. Cracks should be addressed with proper crack sealing when the pavement condition supports it.

Can you phase the work so we can stay open?

Yes. We plan around deliveries, ADA routes, and peak traffic times whenever possible and keep access open in phases.

How fast can I get a quote?

Many Kenmore sites can get a same-day or next-day estimate. Photos plus a quick site walk help us price accurately.

Get a Sealcoating Quote in Kenmore

We’ll give you a straightforward recommendation based on the condition of your asphalt, whether sealcoating makes sense now, or whether it’s smarter to address other issues first.

Request a free quote or call 1-800-STRIPER.