R A Peterson

Can assess your needs and recommend the proper steps to preserving and restoring the life of your pavement. We are constantly working to incorporate the latest technology with the highest quality materials, equipment, and workmanship.

R.A. Petersen Company (RAPCO) has been the leading asphalt maintenance company for over 50 years. Family owned and operated, RAPCO brings a wealth of knowledge to every project. Started in 1961 by Robert Alexander Peterson, RAPCO has grown into Illinois largest Asphalt Maintenance Company and one of the top 50 asphalt maintenance companies in the nation. Today, the company is owned and operated by Mr. Peterson's Grandson, David Alexander Lobb, and a staff of24 field employees, and a team of project engineers and superintendents with over 50 years of experience.

R.A. Peterson Company (RAPCO) has been providing Chicagoland with the highest quality asphalt maintenance for over 50 years. To ensure that your pavement is properly protected and preserved, we believe you should use an annual asphalt maintenance program. Constant exposure to the sun and water can damage your pavement, and if left untreated your pavement can become brittle allowing new cracks or potholes to appear. If your pavement is not treated or sealed correctly, you could be in need of a complete asphalt removal and replacement.

Using a squeegee machine to apply sealer puts pressure on the sealant giving it an opportunity to fill cracks and voids and create a better bond with the pavement surface. The federal specification standard states that the proper sand load for a sealing project is four to five pounds of sand per gallon. Sand is the main bonding agent in sealer that acts as the grit of the product and contributes to the staying power of the sealer. The spray application method cannot guarantee these amounts. By using a squeegee machine to apply your sealer, you can ensure the proper sand load for every application.