What to Look for When Hiring a Sealcoating Company

Every spring and summer across Middle Tennessee, door-to-door asphalt scam artists appear offering "leftover asphalt sealer from a nearby highway job." Unfortunately, hundreds of homeowners fall for diluted oil spray that washes away during the very first rainstorm.

When hiring a legitimate asphalt contractor in Spring Hill, Nashville, Brentwood, or Murfreesboro, here are the 5 non-negotiable standards you should verify before signing a contract or paying a single dollar.

1. Full Licensing & Proof of General Liability Insurance

Never hire a pavement contractor without verifying their state licensing and active general liability insurance policy. If an uninsured worker injures themselves or damages your garage, brick pavers, or vehicles, you could be held liable. At First Due Sealcoat & Striping, we carry full commercial licensing and insurance for every job.

2. Itemized, Transparent Upfront Pricing

A professional company will never give you a vague verbal estimate like "around $300." Look for a detailed written quote that explicitly specifies:

• The total square footage being treated
• The exact sealant material being applied (e.g., commercial-grade asphalt emulsion)
• Inclusion of hot rubberized crack filling
• Number of coats (2 coats recommended for high-durability protection)

3. Thorough Surface Cleaning & Prep Work Included

Sealcoat cannot stick to dirt, grass, oil spots, or loose gravel. Top-tier contractors use wire power brooms, high-velocity air blowers, and oil spot primers before applying a drop of sealer. If a contractor pulls up and starts spraying over dirty asphalt, send them away immediately.

4. Hand-Edged Borders to Prevent Overspray

High-quality sealcoating requires careful precision around sidewalks, concrete curbs, stone pavers, and garage doors. Professional crews hand-brush the perimeter edges first, then apply sealer to the main body to eliminate unsightly overspray stains.

5. Verified Local Google Reviews & Local Physical Service Base

Check Google reviews for real local feedback. First Due Sealcoat & Striping is 5-star rated on Google across Williamson, Davidson, Rutherford, and Maury counties, with local roots in Spring Hill, TN.