The last thing you want to see going into the cooler months of the year is a crack in your driveway. Don’t think you can ignore it until next spring – wet weather and fluctuating temperatures will turn even the smallest crack into a major nightmare! So, how do you prevent cracks in your driveway? Read on to find out!

Before Your Driveway is Poured

Concrete and asphalt crack as the result of stresses put on your driveway. One of the best ways to minimize the damage of cracking is to create joints before the concrete is poured. A joint is kind of like a controlled crack – the different concrete slabs will be able to move and adjust to the stress without breaking. The more joints a concrete driveway, the less chance there is of having cracks throughout the concrete.

After Your Driveway Has Been Poured

Don’t use salt during the winter! If you are having ice problems on your driveway, use sand instead of salt. Salt encourages the freeze and thaw cycles that can cause major problems with pitting and cracking of concrete and asphalt.

Sealant is Key!

If you already have a crack in your concrete or asphalt drive way, sealant can help seal them before they become more of a nuisance. Concrete sealant i s available at your local hardware store, and can be used to fill in small cracks like a caulk. Asphalt sealant is a more expensive process and will require contacting a professional, but it can help to delay the need to fully replace a cracked driveway.

Remember, sealant is only a temporary repair. You will still need to replace your driveway in order to prevent the cracks from causing serious damage to your car or home. When you’re ready to replace your driveway, call a professional paving company to do the job right.

So, are you ready to call on the help of a professional paving company?

Call Tristate Paving. We’re a seasoned hardscaping company based in Maryland and have the experience and knowledge help you turn your backyard into the perfect retreat quickly and affordably. Our experts will work with you to find a design and layout for outdoor kitchen and dining area that you’re sure to love for years and years to come.

Our area numbers are:

West Chester: 610.563.9456

Oxford: 610.932.3566

Delaware: 302.757.4100

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