The Business
Driveway sealing is a one-day job priced at $150-500 per driveway depending on size. A crew of two can complete 6-8 driveways per day in peak season. Material costs are $15-30/driveway, leaving healthy margins. This is a classic summer business with strong demand from April through October.
How to Start
Buy a basic sealer sprayer ($800) and bulk sealer ($300 per 5-gallon drum). Market by canvassing neighborhoods street-by-street and leaving door hangers. Bundle with crack filling ($50-100 upsell per driveway). Focus on neighborhoods where driveways visibly need work — you can see your customers from the road.
Equipment Needed
- ▸Sprayer or squeegee
- ▸Sealer (bulk)
- ▸Crack filler
- ▸Pressure washer
- ▸Cones and tape
Licensing
Business license only
Monthly Search Volume
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“Driveway sealing is wildly seasonal but the density routing is incredible in summer. Hit one street and 3 neighbors wave you down. The margins are great because sealant is cheap and homeowners perceive the job as complex.”
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