🛡️ Sealcoating Scams on the Rise in Illinois: How to Protect Your Driveway and Your Wallet
Glenn Cox • July 9, 2025
🛡️ Sealcoating Scams on the Rise in Illinois: How to Protect Your Driveway and Your Wallet
Sealcoating your driveway is one of the smartest investments you can make to protect your asphalt and keep it looking great. But recently, we’ve seen a troubling trend: scammers targeting Rockford-area homeowners—especially the elderly—with offers of quick, cheap driveway sealing.
At Image Pro’s, we’ve been getting calls from our loyal customers who are concerned about unfamiliar crews showing up in their neighborhoods. Earlier this year, WIFR even reported on these scams hitting Northern Illinois.
As a BBB-accredited company with over 25 years serving the Stateline area, we want to help you stay informed, avoid costly mistakes, and feel confident in choosing a trusted contractor.
🔍 How to Spot a Sealcoating Scam
Here are some common red flags to watch for:
đźš© Contractors going door-to-door offering services.
đźš© Claims of “leftover materials” from another job.
đźš© Pressure to act immediately with “today-only deals.”
đźš© Lack of branded trucks, uniforms, or business cards.
đźš© Requests for cash-only payment or checks made out to cash.
đźš© Refusal to provide a written estimate.
âś… How to Protect Yourself
âś” Verify Credentials: Ask for licensing, insurance, and references. Look for BBB-accredited companies.
âś” Get a Written Estimate: Legitimate contractors provide detailed, written proposals.
âś” Avoid Large Upfront Payments: Only pay once the work is complete and you’re satisfied.
âś” Use Secure Payment Methods: Pay by check (to the company name) or credit card for added protection.
âś” Report Suspicious Activity: Contact local authorities or the BBB if something doesn’t feel right.
🏆 Why Homeowners Trust Image Pro’s
At Image Pro’s, we’ve built our reputation on transparency, professionalism, and high-quality work.
Established & Local: Proudly serving Rockford and the Stateline area for 25+ years.
BBB Accredited: A trusted, accredited business you can rely on.
Branded Presence: Our crews arrive in marked trucks with company uniforms.
Upfront Estimates: Detailed written proposals—no surprises.
Professional Materials: We use high-performance, manufacturer-specified sealants for durability and appearance.
Flexible Payments: We accept checks, credit/debit cards, and cash (note: our crews do not carry change).
If you’re unsure about a contractor or want to verify a company’s legitimacy, give us a call. We’re happy to answer your questions and help you protect your property.
đź“ž Call (815) 639-0903 or request an estimate online at www.RockfordImagePros.com
Stay informed. Protect your driveway. Choose a contractor you can trust.
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Sealcoating your Asphalt Driveway
I have often been asked if sealcoating your asphalt driveway is necessary or if it is just a cosmetic product.
What happens to asphalt surfaces?
The answer is that sealcoating absolutely affects the effective service life, aesthetics, and stability of the bituminous cement that it is composed of. The frequency and timing of application of a high quality sealcoat application is the question that needs to be answered. Variables that effect this timing include: 1) weather conditions such as; sun, water, snow, ice, wind 2) man made chemicals such as; gasoline, oil, antifreeze, salt. The amount of exposure to these forces has a direct impact to the life of the driveway or parking lot.
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