Can Winter Harm Your Driveway?
Wednesday, December 4th, 2019
Living in Maryland, we know how harsh the winters can get, but do you know about all of the damage the winter weather can wreak on your home’s driveway? As an experienced Maryland paving repair company, we wanted to take some time today to discuss all of the potential hazards your driveway could face this winter.

Freezing and Thawing
During the winter, temperatures often dip below freezing, and these temperatures can be disastrous for your driveway. Water will find its way into any cracks in your driveway, and it’ll freeze under the extreme temperatures. This process of freezing and thawing will continue, and each time the cracks in your driveway will get larger.
The Problem With De-icers
Many people attempt to use a de-icing agent, like salt, during the winter. While this is certainly a way to prevent ice from forming, you may be doing some serious damage to the surface of your driveway in the process. If you’re worried about using a de-icing agent on your driveway, then you should contact a local Maryland paving repair company to see if it’s okay to do so.
Damage From Plows
Plowing snow-filled roads is necessary, but it can also cause a lot of damage to your driveway. Plows grind against the pavement and they can remove the seal coat put there by your Maryland pavement repair company. This exposes the aggregate beneath it and allows water to seep into your driveway. For this reason, it may be better to avoid plowing your driveway.
Work With an Experienced Maryland Paving Company
Here at Got Paving, we’ve been providing our driveway paving services to Maryland for years. We’ve helped countless homeowners prep their driveways for the winter, and we can help you too. Don’t worry about your driveway getting damaged and give us a call today.
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What Our Clients Say
Once again you have exceeded our expectations. The price was very reasonable (we did shop around) and professionalism was outstanding. Thanks for not trying to include add-on fees to make a higher profit and we are looking forward to working with you for many more years to come.
-M. Leo Storch Management
Mr Joseph was by far the most responsive of the three companies we contacted. He came to inspect or driveway on the date and time he promised, gave us a firm quote, and he and his crew arrived on the appointed day at the scheduled time. They edged and cleared the old surface, then laid the new asphalt with the edges tapered to align with our patio and sidewalk. When they were finished the new surface was truly beautiful (and functional).
-Spencer Lucas