Driveway Repair or Sealcoating? Which service are you in need of?
Your driveway is in need of repair or maintenance, but which road do you take to fix up those cracks and potholes? You could go for a full-on road repair or hold off with a quick and efficient sealcoating. Check out the steps below for determining which service you’re in need of and why.
4 Reasons for Driveway Repair
Does your driveway have potholes, cracks, or erosion? If it looks like one of the pictures below, the answer is obvious. But what causes damage like this isn’t so clear. There are many things that can cause your driveway to crack, sink, and even just wash away. Check out some of the top causes of driveway damage below.
The Top 4 Reasons for Driveway Repair:
- 1. Rainwater, heavy snow, and ice storms – No matter what the weather, frequent temperature changes and precipitation is bound to deteriorate your driveway. These factors cause the surface to expand and contract, which often leads to separation and divots.
2. Heavy vehicles – Not every road is built the same. Most driveways are generally thinner than regular roads; therefore, they aren’t built to withstand overweight vehicles. If heavy vehicles frequently travel your driveway, you may want to reconsider the thickness of your driveway for better long-term conservation.
3. Tree Roots – Do you have trees lining your driveway? While this may add character to your property, it can also add cracks to your pavement.
4. Time – No matter how well you driveway was paved, time will always reap havoc on your driveway. If your driveway isn’t long past repair, there are still some things you can do to maintain its condition and prolong full on repair. Check out what sealcoating can do for your driveway.
The Benefits of Driveway Sealcoating
Does your driveway look something like this? If so, the good news is, you don’t need a full-blown driveway repair. Sealcoating can do wonders for a driveway with minimal damage. Check out the top 4 benefits to sealcoating below.
Top 4 Benefits of Sealcoating Your Driveway:
- 1. Low cost – Sealcoating will cut the cost of repairs by sealing minor damages and maintaining the current condition of your driveway.
2. Water resistance – By sealing up cracks sealcoating allows you to keep out water, preventing the freezing of water and expansion of slight cracks.
3. Keep out weeds – Get rid of unwanted landscaping. Flowers don’t belong in the middle of your driveway. Pulling weeds and sealing up the cracks they came from prevents unwanted weeds from coming back.
4. Prevent erosion – If erosion has just started to occur on your pavement, there is still something you can do. Seal your driveway and prevent your road from washing away.
You Still Have Potholes and Cracks. Now What?
If you’ve decided you’re in need of either a driveway repair or a sealcoating treatment, what do you do now? If you have more questions or you want to request a FREE estimate, contact AC Paving now before the condition of your driveway gets any worse.