Does Your Driveway Need Sealcoating?
Your driveway succumbs to wear and tear over time due to prolonged use and constant exposure to the elements. Luckily, there are cosmetic and structural repairs that can be done to improve your driveway’s overall quality and appearance. Check out these answers to frequently asked questions about one of the most common driveway repair practices: […]
Pros and Cons: Asphalt vs. Concrete Driveways
When you’re considering having a driveway installed, a big decision you have to make is on the material that will be used. Both asphalt and concrete have their pros and cons when it comes to cost, lifetime, maintenance, and the installation process itself. So how do you decide which one is best for your driveway? […]
When Can I Start Walking on my New Driveway?
So, you’ve gotten your brand new driveway. When can you actually start using it? When you have a new driveway installed, it’s important to keep people and vehicles off of it for a period of time. This allows the pavement to set and cure properly, and using it prematurely may cause damage and lead to […]
How are Driveways Paved?
Paving your driveway is something you should leave to the professionals, but why not learn a little more about the process? Removal After hiring a reliable paving contractor, the first thing that needs to be done is the removal of your current pavement. If you had a gravel driveway, the professionals will remove all rocks […]
Should I Worry about Cracks in my Pavement?
When winter fades and spring begins, the ground becomes visible again and everything comes to life. It’s a beautiful transition, but it might also uncover an unsightly driveway that has been cracked and damaged by the cold temperatures, snow, and ice of winter. Let’s take a look at the threat cracks pose to your pavement […]
Can I Have My Driveway Paved in the Winter?
Your driveway is impacted by the elements the most during the winter months. Cold temperatures and wintry precipitation can cause rain and melted snow to seep into the cracks in your driveway which then freeze and expand, making the cracks worse. If you put off paving your driveway all summer, chances are you’re stuck with […]
How Rock Salt Damages your Driveway
Keeping snow and ice off your driveway is good practice for ensuring you and your family stay safe when entering or leaving your home this winter. Rock salt is a common go-to for preventing the buildup of ice on asphalt, but it can often do more harm than good. Let’s look at a few reasons […]
The Best Time of Year to Pave a Driveway
Outdoor home projects can be completed at almost any time of year, as long as the weather cooperates. There are advantages and disadvantages to each season when it comes to choosing the best time to pave your driveway. Let’s look at some of the pros and cons of paving with asphalt in warm and cool […]
Driveway Repair Before Winter Hits
Fall is the perfect time of year to inspect your driveway and prepare it for the harsh temperatures and weather conditions that the coming months will bring. Let’s look at some of the best ways to PREpare and REpair your driveway before Winter comes. Check for Cracks Driveway cracks are most susceptible to further damage […]
What Goes Into New Driveway Construction?
Your driveway might seem like a simple slab of asphalt, but the process of constructing a new driveway is rather intricate. Let’s take a look at what goes into new driveway construction. Step 1: Planning If you currently have a driveway but want to replace it with new asphalt, the old material must be broken […]
