How does it work? We will clean the streets immediately prior to the sealcoating operation and then the contractor will apply asphalt oil, apply the proper cover aggregate, roll the street and if necessary broom to ensure proper distribution.

Temporary “No Parking” signs will be placed on streets scheduled to be sealcoated one to two days prior to the work. While this work is done there may be a 15-minute window when the street or your driveway is not accessible. About 3 weeks after the aggregate has been placed, the contractor will sweep the loose aggregate and haul it away. A second sweep will be completed at a later time after the initial sweep. “No Parking” signs will be placed again prior to sweeping and removed after sweeping has been completed. Traffic on the road will help work the stone into the asphalt, creating a smooth surface.

If any of the loose aggregate ends up in your driveway or grassed terrace area after the sealcoat operation is complete, we ask that you push it into the curb and gutter areas to get swept up by regular City sweeping operations.

We have used sealcoating to extend the life of pavement on residential streets for over 60 years. It allows the reduction of one resurfacing project during the road's approximate 72 year lifespan. 

Sealcoating Locations

View a pdf of sealcoat locations for 2024-2033.

View the specific locations for 2025. The start date for this project is set for the week of August 25th, weather permitting.

Questions?

Contact our Engineering office at TEngineering@wauwatosa.net or (414) 479-8927.

Video Example of Sealcoating