How Do You Repair A Driveway Using Premix?
Concrete driveways, while expensive to install, are known for their durability and require little maintenance. However, concrete does eventually develop cracks and can become damaged through accident or heavy use. For minor repairs, a special type of concrete known as “premix” or premixed concrete, can offer a fast and easy way to make spot repairs on a concrete driveway without having to hire a professional. Measure the hole you need to fill in your driveway to determine how much premixed concrete you’ll need. Multiply the width by the height by the depth to calculate the volume of the hole in inches. One cubic foot is 144 cubic inches. A 60-pound bag of premixed concrete will fill about half a cubic foot. Pour all of the dry concrete into your wheelbarrow or other large, waterproof, sturdy mixing container. Pour in 1 gallon of water per bag of concrete into the wheelbarrow, unless the directions on the bag state otherwise. Mix thoroughly with the shovel, adding more water if the conc