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Expert Profile: Sarah Leech

Expertise:  Our family asphalt business has been proudly installing and sealcoating driveways and commercial parking lots for over 40 years. I welcome any and all questions about the asphalt sealcoating and/or asphalt paving of your driveway and/or parking lot. How to's for do it yourself sealcoaters, professional advice for your commercial parking lots, what products and tools to use; and what not to use. Tips, tricks and general useful knowledge in an area where most people don't know where to look for help!

Experience in the area
I grew up in the family business of asphalt paving. For 11 years I was the VP of the family asphalt business and now at 33, I own my own company, ASAP Asphalt Sealing And Paving Co. Currently, ASAP Asphalt is one of the largest asphalt sealcoating companies in Western PA!

Organizations
Peters Township Chamber of Commerce Building Trades Association

Education/Credentials
Graduated from Peters Township High School 1992 BA in Psychology from Slippery Rock University 1997 National Pavement Expo Convention 2006

Awards and Honors
Member of Manchester Who's Who

Past/Present Clients
Babies-R-Us The Home Depot, Liberty Mutual, Consol Development, PNC Bank, Kohl's, Sheraton, Red Roof Inn, Michael's,

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Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 1640
Knowledge   9.86   Best of the best
Clarity of Response   9.92   Best of the best
Timeliness   9.78   Best of the best
Politeness   9.98   Best of the best
Number Of Questions
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0
Max Questions to be Asked
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5
Total Questions
(since joining AllExperts)
179
Recent Reviews from Users
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User Comments
Particularly appreciate the "sit and spin" warning. Thank you!
(Georgina on 10/09/08)
Sarah, thanks but I could not get either product to remove the sealer. However, in desperation and trying everything I had at home, I found that GUMOU
(ed on 09/24/08)
Sarah: You're a gem! Your reply gives me my game plan. If I'm ever in the western half of the state I'll buy you lunch! Thanks, Dave
(Dave on 09/20/08)
Thank yo very much for your reply - It was very helpful and I will keep your comments in mind - Thanks again
(Chris on 09/16/08)
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Recent Answers from Sarah Leech
2008-10-09  asphalt driveway Hi Georgina, You can usually drive on your new asphalt driveway within 24 hours. My biggest tip for you is if you have to turn on your driveway: Make sure that your car is in motion when turning your...
2008-10-08  Driveway sealer mishap Hey Mike! I am sorry about your mishap. We won't sealcoat if there is even a chance of rain, for that reason. But I can't tell you that we didn't find out the hard way... Unfortunately, there isn't...
2008-10-07  marks in driveway Hi Jesse, This sounds like an issue that you want to make your asphalt contractor aware of. As asphalt will get warm to the touch, it should not reheat because of the heat of the sun/summer alone....
2008-10-07  Asphalt driveway Hi Lou, There is not a chemical that you can apply to keep the driveway from freezing. Salt and/or cinders will be your best bet and just make sure that you sealcoat the driveway every other year. when...
2008-10-06  how to seal/ paint/ finish an asphalt floor Hi Kari, The best solution for you is to replace the garage floor with concrete. Unfortunately, it is also going to be the most expensive right now--but will save you money in the long run. When...
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