How Do You Repair A Paved Driveway?
A paved driveway can last 30 or more years with the right care. Good quality paving materials remain flexible as well as durable, but paved driveways are not maintenance-free. The paving must be sealed every three to five years and any large cracks or potholes should be filled with cold mix patch material that is available at your local home center. Use a square-tipped shovel to straighten up the edges of the hole, so that they are vertical, to help the cold patch adhere to your driveway. Use the cutting edge of a large tamping bar to square up smaller holes. Use an up-and-down motion to chip away the unwanted paving and remove any large chunks. Sweep the area to be patched thoroughly to remove all loose particles. Use mild soap diluted in a bucket of water if the area to be cleaned is extremely dirty or muddy. Apply the solution with a large scrub brush screwed to a broom handle. Rinse with a garden hose and allow to dry thoroughly. Add a 1-inch layer of cold patch material to the hol
