Early life failure as a result of poor adhesion of the binder to aggregate is often referred to as “stripping”. Stripping of aggregate from a chip seal can make up around 7% of failures occurring early in a seal’s life (within two years of application). Stripping, especially in early life can not only lead to resealing earlier than anticipated but also creates huge implications for the life expectancy. Repairs are different and can impact on future reseals with increased risk of flushing and bleeding.
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