Q. How soon can I drive on a new oil and chip application?
A. Once the aggregate has been applied and rolled, it is fine to drive on it. However, care should be taken to avoid quick starts and stops and sharp turning. Parking for long periods should be avoided for at least 24 hours.

Q. What should I do if I get road oil on my vehicle?
A. Automotive stores sell products which safely remove road oil from vehicles. The sooner it is removed the easier it will be to remove. When removing road oil, you should avoid being in direct sunlight.

Q. Can an oil and chip surface be applied to an existing asphalt or concrete surface?
A. Yes. An oil and chip can be applied to asphalt and concrete; however an oil and chip surface does not increase the structural capacity and will not improve the smoothness of the underlying surface.

Q. How often should an existing oil and chip surface be recoated?
A. Generally, a new application should be applied every 3 to 4 years. With severe traffic conditions it may be required more often.

Q. Can an asphalt surface be applied over an oil and chip surface?
A. Yes. An oil and chip surface can be overlaid with asphalt if the surface has a sound base and there will be adequate drainage on the asphalt surface.