Crack Sealing

Minneapolis winters are no joke. Freeze-thaw cycles, road salt, and heavy snowplows put asphalt pavement through the wringer year after year. For property owners and facility managers across the Twin Cities, one of the most important — and most misunderstood — decisions in pavement maintenance is choosing between hot crack sealing and cold crack sealing. […]

Maintaining asphalt surfaces is essential for preserving appearance, safety, and long-term value—especially in Minnesota, where extreme seasonal weather puts added stress on pavement. Driveways, parking lots, and roadways across the Twin Cities metro area face constant wear from traffic loads, freeze-thaw cycles, moisture intrusion, and natural aging. When cracks and surface damage appear, property owners […]

Winter in Minnesota, especially across the Twin Cities metro area, can be extremely harsh on asphalt surfaces. Frequent freeze–thaw cycles, snow accumulation, and moisture intrusion create the perfect conditions for pavement deterioration. Small cracks that seem minor during warmer months can rapidly expand once cold weather sets in, leading to costly damage. Proper seasonal asphalt […]

Asphalt surfaces across Minneapolis and the greater Twin Cities area face constant stress from vehicle traffic, moisture, snow, ice, and extreme temperature swings. From residential driveways to commercial parking lots, even well-installed asphalt pavement will eventually develop cracks. While these cracks may appear minor, ignoring them can lead to serious structural damage and expensive repairs. […]

Managing a commercial property in the Twin Cities, MN area includes understanding the important requirements of proper asphalt upkeep. With intense heat in the summer and extreme cold in the winter, keeping your commercial asphalt surfaces properly maintained can sometimes feel like a never-ending task. With the right combination of foresight. The proper asphalt crack […]

While winter tends to be the most anticipated season in the Twin Cities, MN area, the summers really shouldn’t be underestimated. Unlike the dry, intense heat of the southwestern U.S., Minnesota’s summers, while also quite warm, can be extremely humid and accompanied by truly prolific amounts of rain. This can be great for the local […]

It’s no secret that Minnesota has a fifth season every year, namely, construction season. The popular old joke has had staying power for years because of its undeniable accuracy. After all, living in a state with such powerful winters is a huge infrastructural challenge. While it’s true that you can’t eliminate the impact that winter […]

Asphalt leads a tough life in the Twin Cities, MN. From the weather to the big trucks, even the newest and shiniest asphalt can develop cracks in a relatively short time frame. While you may not be able to fight against the weather, there are some steps that property owners can take to prevent cracked […]

Managing asphalt on a commercial property can feel a bit like an exercise in futility in the bustling Twin Cities, MN area. It might even seem like nothing you do can prevent those asphalt cracks from forming. But while it’s true that asphalt cracking is inevitable to a degree, understanding the causes, employing prevention where […]

The durability of asphalt is a major selling point for commercial lots when constructing walkways, parking lots, and roads, but durable doesn’t mean indestructible. Over time, with enough pressure and repeated use, even asphalt will need some touch-ups. At Gopher State Sealcoat, we provide precise routing and crack repair for minor and major repair needs […]