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Hiring Guide May 2, 2025 6 min read

How to Choose the Best Driveway Sealing Company in Barrie

What to look for (and what to avoid) when hiring an asphalt sealing company in Barrie or Simcoe County.

Start with what's actually being applied

The single biggest difference between a great Barrie sealing job and a bad one is the product. Ask any contractor:

  • Is the sealer oil-based or water-based?
  • Is it diluted with water, and if so, by how much?
  • What's the coverage rate (square feet per gallon)?

If they can't answer clearly, walk away. At Positano Protection we use premium oil-based sealer at full strength — never diluted.

Look for sharp edges

Drive past their previous jobs. Are the lines along garages, walkways, and curbs razor sharp? Or is there overspray on the concrete? A real Barrie sealing company uses overspray boards on every job.

Check insurance and registration

Ask for proof of liability insurance and a valid Ontario business registration. If they hesitate — pass.

Read recent local reviews

Look for reviews mentioning Barrie, Innisfil, Orillia, Wasaga Beach or other nearby cities. National-sounding 5-star reviews with no city detail are often fake.

Get the quote in writing

A real quote includes:

  • Square footage being sealed
  • Crack filling (hot rubber, cold pour, or none)
  • Number of coats
  • Cure time and barricade plan
  • Total price + HST

Bottom line

The best driveway sealing company in Barrie isn't the cheapest — it's the one using real product, applying it correctly, and standing behind the work. Get 2–3 quotes, ask the questions above, and pick the contractor who answers them clearly.

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