Even though driveways are part of your home’s exterior and they end up with dirt and debris, they still require some type of maintenance regularly. Homeowners don’t always know the best ways in which to take care of their driveways. There are a few major areas you can focus on with your driveway maintenance.
Clean the Driveway
It’s necessary to clean your driveway in a certain way. You can sweep debris and hose off your driveway frequently in the spring, summer, and even into the fall. If you have tough stains on the pavement, you can use a special driveway cleaner or simply some mild detergent.
You might opt for power washing services or use a power washer on your own about once or twice per year. Power washing isn’t ideal for all types of driveways. Make sure that you find out if power washing is the right choice for your situation before you request services or rent/buy a power washer.
Power washing is great because it allows you to get rid of stains, dirt, and grime. If you have concrete and pavers, you can use this method but it will have to be done on a lower pressure setting. If you have a driveway with aggregate, brick, or stamped concrete, it will require more care and the high pressure can damage its surface. Make sure to test out a pressure setting in a small area that’s not as noticeable in case it does cause any damage.
You can use most cleaners on concrete, though you’ll want to avoid acidic solutions. Use gentler cleaning methods for stamped concrete so you preserve its color and pattern. Work with a mild cleaning solution for pavers and bricks.
Fill in the Small Cracks
If there are small cracks in a driveway, they’re likely to expand. This is why you should take a look at your driveway to see if there are any cracks. Then, fill them in with concrete crack fillers.
Deal with Sinking Driveway Slabs
If you notice that the driveway slabs are sinking, there could be another issue going on like poor compaction or soil erosion. Professionals in asphalt paving in Springfield, PA will pump grout mixture under the slabs or replace them.
Sealcoating
Sealcoating will protect your driveway against the elements. This creates a barrier against moisture so that water won’t seep into the driveway and damage it. You’ll also have UV damage prevention with a sealcoat since it blocks harmful UV rays. This protects your driveway’s surface from gasoline, oil, and other chemical stains. Overall, it will increase the lifespan and enhance the appearance of your driveway.
It’s important to know when you should get sealcoating. In general, it’s best to do this process every two to three years. You’ll want to avoid sealcoating during extreme temperatures and make sure that there’s low humidity. Look at the weather forecast and set this up for when there’s going to be clear weather for 24-48 hours so that your driveway will properly dry. Find out more about sealcoating your paving in Bala Cynwyd, PA by contacting us.
Prevent Long Term Damage
You want your driveway to remain beautiful, functional, and safe for a long time. Reach out to us at Love Asphalt Paving LLC for assistance with your paving and driveway maintenance.
