How To Keep Your Paved Driveway Looking As Good As New

1. How To Keep Your Paved Driveway Looking As Good As New

2. If your driveway was completed by a reputable, experienced professional, then you can reasonably expect it to last for as long as three decades, but it will last for far less if you don’t take steps to care for it regularly. Below are some tips for keeping your driveway looking as good as new, for as long as possible: Don’t let weeds get too comfortable Weeds are an unwelcome guest on any driveway, and just like unwelcome guests in the home, you’ll need to see them off as quickly as possible! You can spray weeds with an environmentally friendly weed killer, or even use good old white vinegar to stop them from taking over your driveway.

3. If weeds are a persistent problem and you’re struggling to eliminate them, talk to your paving contractor about a long-term solution. Tread carefully on a new driveway Hopefully this advice isn’t too late! Traffic and heavy footfall shouldn’t pass over your new driveway until at least 3 days after its installation, and if temperatures are high, then you should keep them off for even longer. As the edges of a driveway are its weakest areas, try not to drive there wherever possible, and if possible, back up the edges with gravel after paving. If you’d like more information about staying off of your driveway after installation, your driveway contractor should be able to advise you better, if they haven’t already.

4. Wherever possible, use sealants Highly recommended for those living in areas that experience particularly harsh winters or scorching summers, resealing your driveway annually can help prevent damage from occurring. Clean it up Any spillages that occur on your driveway, should be cleaned up using appropriate tools and substances as quickly as possible, as they can easily stain and then be even harder to eliminate. Fill in any cracks or holes as soon as they appear, and if your driveway consists of interlocking bricks, clean it regularly and rebuff the polymeric sand content.

5. A newly paved driveway is like a gift for a home; it can enhance its curb appeal and make access far easier for everyone. That said, it’s also a significant outgoing, so you’re going to want to protect it as best you can and help ensure that it lasts for many years to come. If you’ve recently had a new driveway installed, or are just about to, then your contractor should be talking you through all the necessary maintenance tips required to keep your driveway in tip top condition.

6. RZ Construction Group Inc is a fully inclusive construction company and general contractor in Astoria NY. From initial design to final clean up, our results speak for themselves. We are fully licensed, insured, and bonded to provide both commercial and residential construction services to customers in Astoria and the surrounding area. Proud to serve New York State for 25 years. No job is too small nor too big. If you are looking for a general contractor or paving contractor in Astoria NY or want to know more about our wide range of professional but affordable construction and repair services, reach out to us at (718) 938-9887.