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What is Chipseal?

Why Chipseal?

Chip sealing is an economical surface treatment designed to protect and prolong the life of roads, driveways and parking lots.


To best describe this, chip sealing is a combination of hot liquid asphalt cement, liquid A/C (or hot tar if you prefer) as a binder and gravel as the main structural component. Finally, a roller is used to embed the stone into the tar.


Chip sealing is the best way to get smooth and durable roads.


 Much like paint, asphalt is subject to oxidation, sunlight, rain and freeze and thaw cycles. Pavement is also subjected to a wide array of different traffic loads and patterns from day-to-day driving to snow and ice removal. Chip sealing can be used as an alternative solution to paving.

Introduction To Tar & Chip

Tar and chip is a phrase that refers to a liquid form of asphalt and stone aggregate. When considering driveway materials, most people don’t think of tar and chip (also referred to as chipseal, seal chip or chip and seal) right off the bat. Pavers, gravel, asphalt, concrete,  are some of the common choices for driveway materials.


Just because you might not be familiar with tar and chip doesn’t mean you shouldn't consider it. You’ve driven over plenty of tar and chip parking lots and roadways before. For people who would like to keep their expenses down while having a natural and beautiful driveway, chipseal is a good choice.


Tar and chip driveways provide a more solid surface compared to plain gravel and are less expensive than asphalt. They have a rough texture as well, which provides better footing when they are covered in snow or when wet.


Hot liquid asphalt is applied through a computerized distributor covered using washed gravel or stone in multiple layers rolled for compaction. This is an environmentally friendly approach and the final coloring can be natural rock but with all the benefits of asphalt. This method is very durable and this job is normally half the cost of other paving methods.



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Key Components of Asphalt Construction

  • Purpose: Chip seals are primarily used as surface treatments to protect and extend the life of existing asphalt pavement.
  • Process: Chip seals involve applying a thin layer of liquid asphalt (also called asphalt binder) to the pavement surface, followed by a layer of small aggregate chips. The chips are rolled into the asphalt, creating a durable and skid-resistant surface.
  • Function: Chip seals seal cracks, prevent moisture penetration, and provide improved friction and skid resistance.
  • Application: Chip seals are typically applied to existing road surfaces that are still structurally sound but may have surface distress or minor cracking.

  • Purpose: Hot mix asphalts are used for constructing new asphalt pavement surfaces or overlaying existing pavement.
  • Process: HMA involves mixing specific proportions of aggregates (such as crushed stone, sand, and gravel) with hot asphalt binder at an asphalt plant. The mixture is transported to the construction site and laid while it is still hot and workable.
  • Function: HMA provides a strong, durable, and smooth driving surface that can withstand heavy traffic loads and resist environmental factors like weather and aging.
  • Application: HMA is used in various road construction projects, including highways, city streets, parking lots, and driveways.

  • Purpose: Stable base materials are used as a foundation or support layer beneath the asphalt pavement surface.
  • Composition: Stable base materials typically consist of aggregates (such as crushed stone or gravel) mixed with a stabilizing agent like cement, lime, or asphalt emulsion.
  • Function: Stable base materials enhance the structural integrity and load-bearing capacity of the pavement, distributing the traffic load and preventing shifting or settling of the underlying soil.
  • Application: Stable base materials are placed and compacted beneath the asphalt surface during new construction or when rehabilitating existing pavement to provide a stable and reliable foundation.

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Residential Paving

No project too small! We are happy to repave your home.

Commercial Paving

Large scale project don't intimidate us! Our team can get commercial spaces done right.

Micro Surfacing

Smooth paving makes for a quality experience.

Crack Filling

Wear and tear happens. We can make any pave look good as new.

Seal Coat

Seal your driveway or road to keep it maintained for longer.

Repairs

With our timely repairs, you can ensure to have smooth driving surfaces and prevent costly replacements.

New Constructions

You'll never have to worry! With our quality control, you can guarantee the durability and satisfaction with your new constructions.

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Is your driveway or parking lot in desperate need of an asphalt makeover? Let Hill Country Chipseal in Fredericksburg, TX show you how our asphalt services can save you money and restore your image.


We provide asphalt services for residential and commercial customers. We grade and pave driveways, parking lots, private runways, playgrounds, tennis courts, and streets. We create pedestrian-safe paved surfaces with services such as crack filling, pothole repairs, patching, seal coating, and lot striping. We’ll keep your paved surfaces level and smooth.


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Every successful business owner knows that presentation goes a long way. Keep your image polished  with help from Hill Country Chip Seal.


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Whether you need potholes filled, cracks repaired or surfaces newly paved, please contact us for information and a thorough project consultation. Hill Country Chipseal in Fredericksburg, TX can be reached at 830-998-0206.

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milling asphalt

The Perfect Cost-Effective and Eco-Friendly Asphalt Solution


Do you have dangerous potholes, or large cracks in your drive way or parking lot? We have a solution better than traditional hot asphalt or bumpy gravel. Over time, your asphalt milling surface will harden into a more solid surface unlike our resilient and low maintenance tar and chip product.



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Learn more about why you should choose Hill Country Chip Seal for all of your asphalt contractor needs.


We guarantee to exceed your expectations.


Give us a call today to learn how we can help improve your business or home.

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Parking Lot with Handicap Markings

Give Your Business a Face-Lift!


Your customers won't be impressed by a gravel parking lot. Due to excessive load and continuous traffic, your parking lot's asphalt paving can get damaged. Improve the appearance of your commercial property by hiring our asphalt contractors at Hill Country Chip Seal to repair your old lot right or pave a new quality chip seal lot.


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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What all do you offer?


    • New Roads
    • Patching
    • Asphalt Repairs or Resurfacing
    • Rebuild of Old Roads
    • Crackfilling
    • Winter Patching
    • Premium Asphalt Emulsion Coatings
    • ADA Compliant Striping
    • Hot Rubberized Crack Filler

    And much more!

  • What Is The Life Span Of A Tar And Chip Driveway?

    We set ourselves apart from other asphalt contrators with smooth surfaces that last. The surface of a tar and chip driveway can be expected to last 7 to 10 years.



  • How Much Do Tar And Chip Driveways Cost?

    Given that chip seal is made up of both gravel and asphalt, it is useful to compare its cost with the two other major choices for a driveway. 


    Typically, pricing for a tar and chip driveway is similar to that of an asphalt drive, and it costs more than a gravel driveway.


    We are the best price asphalt contractors offering top quality. Cheaper options on the market won't get you the same satisfaction, clean look, and smooth drive.

  • How Do You Build A Tar And Chip Driveway?

    It is a fairly simple process to build a tar and chip driveway. 


    First of all, like with a majority of driveway materials, you need to install a gravel base.


    Next our asphalt contractors pour hot liquid asphalt over the gravel.


     A layer of loose stones comes next. They get rolled into the asphalt which results in the finish surface being formed.


     You can install tar and chip on top of existing driveway materials if they are in fairly good shape.


    The top stone layer is where youmake the choice of how your  finished driveway will look.


    There are various colors of stones that you can choose from to create a surface that is personally appealing and unique.


    However, there is one problem that you might have trying to get a tar and chip driveway built, which is there aren’t many asphalt contractors specializing in this kind of work. 


    It’s also definitely not a DIY kind of project. That's where we can help!


    Give us a call at (830) 998-0206 to let us know how we can serve you.

  • What maintaining do Tar And Chip Driveways require?

    We aren't your average asphalt contractor, and neither are our driveways! Tar and chip driveways really don’t require any regular maintenance. 


    Unlike regular asphalt, you don’t have to seal them every year.


    However, there can be problems when it comes to snow removal. If a snowplow is used for clearing your driveway, it could damage the surface. Be sure the plow ride just over the driveway for the best results. You can use a shovel to remove the leftover snow or just let it melt away on its own.

  • Can I use your service just for repairs and maintenance?

    Absolutely!


    Not quite ready to replace that asphalt or chipseal driveway? Hill Country Chipseal offers a full line of asphalt services from broken asphalt, residential driveways repairs, to commercial resurfacing.


    A full line of repair and patching work is offered including potholes, crack sealing, and patching utilities cuts. Contact us to learn how we can help.

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