Also known as tar and chip, chip seal is an alternative paving method to traditional asphalt. While it uses most of the same materials as conventional paving methods, chip seal features small stone chips as the top layer of the asphalt—giving your pavement a more rustic, textured appearance as a result.

There are several benefits that chip seal offers. To start, it’s incredibly affordable. Cheaper than both asphalt and concrete, chip seal is a great way to upgrade from gravel or overlay your asphalt on a limited budget. What’s more, chip seal offers superior traction to most other paving methods—allowing you to keep your family members, friends, customers, tenants or community residents safe.