Judson Burdon

You've thought about starting your own asphalt maintenance business for months (or years even!), but it's only now that you've decided that you're really going to follow your heart. The problem is, you don't know where to start.

Do you invest in sealcoating and crack filling equipment first? Do you shop for supplies? Or is it better to enroll in an asphalt maintenance training course before you take the plunge?

If you're in the middle of starting your sealcoating business and confused on where and how to start, then check out this blog was written for you. Here are 5 essential things to remember before starting a sealcoating business.

Summer's coming, and you can finally say 'hasta la vista' to homework and PE. While you're looking forward to all that free time to hang out with friends, go for a hike, or play video games until you can't anymore, you also want to look for something to occupy yourself with and earn money at the same time.

What's in an Asphalt Pavement?

To better understand asphalt and how weather can impact it, let's discuss what's in an asphalt pavement first.

Is this your first time painting a handicap parking space, and you want to make sure that you're doing it right? Do you want to know more about ADA parking requirements? Then read on because we have all your handicap parking space questions answered right here.

Having your own sealcoating business has always been your dream. But the problem is you don't know where to begin or who to turn to for help in starting your new venture. You're probably the first entrepreneur in your family. Or you're shifting careers after 10 or 15 years, and you can't help but feel like you're a fish out of water.

Okay, first, take it easy. Rest assured that you landed in the right website, and there are people in the industry willing to help you get your business of the ground. You can also use this Asphalt Kingdom blog to learn about everything you need to start your own sealcoating business. Here are those crucial things you need to have before you launch your pavement asset management business.

Table of Contents

• Knowledge of how asphalt maintenance services work
• Adequate startup capital
• A memorable business name
• A polished business plan
• Have the correct legal structure
• Register your business
• Have a reliable supplier
• Sufficient insurance
• Trained and reliable employees
• Business bank accounts
• Online presence
• Reliable transportation

1. Alligator cracking is one of the most common types of damage you see in asphalt

You've definitely seen them before on your own or on other people's asphalt. Extensive cracks on a driveway or parking lot that resemble the skin of an alligator or a crocodile.

Potholes. They don't just ruin parking lots and driveways. They are also a hazard to you, your family, or customers. Potholes can damage cars, injure someone, and are very costly to property owners if neglected. 

Line striping is one of the very few businesses that has low set-up costs, is pretty easy to do, and is needed by nearly every business, offering a consistent demand. It's also a solid way to work outdoors, set your own hours, and make good money.

But hey — just wanting to do it isn’t enough, right? Just like any business, there are some hurdles to jump, like the banking and legal stuff — oh, and learning how to actually line stripe.

So how do you make it happen? Here is the complete, step-by-step guide to help you get started (and succeed) in the business.

P.S. This is a bit of a long ride, but that’s for a very good reason — we want to make sure you have everything you need to know to do this the right way, the first time. By the end of this article, you’ll know exactly how to start (and keep) a lucrative line striping business. Stick with us for the ride, but only if you're serious about this.

You're ready to purchase your first sealcoating equipment and you want to get started as soon as possible. You've talked to some of your neighbors so you can start offering your services as soon as your sealcoating spray system and sealer arrive.

But wait. You still need a very important document before you take the plunge, and that's a business plan.

If you're unfamiliar with what a business plan is, what it entails, and how to write one, then don't fret. In this blog, you'll learn how to write a sealcoating business plan that you can use as your guide in launching a successful business and wow future investors. Let's get started.

Potholes are the first sign there's something wrong with a driveway or parking lot, and you need to address this immediately. Planning to fix it on your own or have it fixed? Then check out this handy guide on how to fill a pothole the easy way.