The Prep Obsession: Why Step 4 Starts Before Application
Most pavement coatings fail because the surface was never prepared correctly. Tycoon Asphalt treats preparation as a standalone discipline—not an afterthought before sealcoating or striping.
Our crews mechanical sweep the full surface, wire-brush embedded oil spots, apply specialized oil spot primer, and blow cracks and joints clean before any product is applied. We edge lawns, mask paver borders, and treat petroleum stains so sealers bond permanently instead of peeling after the first rain.
If you don't prep, the product fails. That rule applies to commercial parking lots, church campuses, HOA private roads, and residential driveways alike. It is why property managers who switch to Tycoon stop paying for coatings that wash away within a season.
Standard Prep Checklist on Every Project
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Mechanical Sweeping: Industrial sweepers remove sand, gravel, and loose aggregate that block sealer adhesion.
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Wire-Brushing & Oil Treatment: Mechanical wire wheels and primers neutralize diesel, gasoline, and hydraulic fluid contamination.
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High-Output Blowing: Commercial blowers clear debris from cracks, joints, and curb lines before crack fill or coating.
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Vegetation Removal: Weeds and grass roots are cleared from joints to stop organic damage beneath the surface.
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Honest Scoping First: Structural cracks and potholes are flagged before cosmetic work—so you never coat over a failing base.