In addition to some other projects, we are starting to look into doing some repairs on our asphalt parking lots at both apartment complexes. One of the quotes we received last year was in relation to a product called PDC (Pavement Dressing Conditioner).
It supposedly lengthens the life of the existing asphalt, seals better than the traditional seal coats and is a non-slick surface when wet.
What I am looking for is anyone with experience in the real world with this product. Does it do what it claims or is it a glorified seal coat? What disadvantages have you seen?
Any other solutions out there I am missing , besides the obvious? Sealing the parking lots have not worked in the past and re-doing the asphalt is not needed at either property.
Thanks
Eric DeMuth
My company primarily specializes in retail parking lot maintenance.
Can you provide any more information about this PDC?
See if you can get a spec sheet from your contractor.
I did some checking online and really cant come up with much information on it other than they call it a "rejuvinator" which is usually a "red flag" in this business.
I would be interested to see what its made from and I can help advise you.
Joe
NYblacktopservice
I did a little Googling on PDC and as NY states, rejuvenators have their place, but they can also be a red flag for gimmickry.
Can you provide some info on the age and general condition of the asphalt and what makes you say sealcoats "haven't worked"? Perhaps with a little more info, I could help more.
Hello Eric, I have extensive experience applying coal tar sealer/rejuvenators for asphalt roads, airports and parking lots dating back to 1993.
I am familiar with the product in question. There are several others available.
http://newsroom.dc.gov/show.aspx/agency/ddoe/section/2/release/17479/year/2009
Feel free to call my cell 727-482-8550