How Do You Seal And Repair Driveway Asphalt?
Asphalt is a good construction material for private driveways. It can be installed in just a few hours by a professional asphalting company, it is extremely smooth and flat, it provides good tire traction and it is cheaper than concrete and sometimes even cheaper than gravel, depending on the type of installation. However, asphalt is extremely prone to cracking and degradation under temperature changes, and this damage is exacerbated when water gets into the cracks. Therefore, it’s a good idea to regularly repair cracks and seal the surface of your asphalt driveway against water. Clean the entire driveway thoroughly with a broom and/or vacuum. Dirt on the driveway will compromise the integrity of the sealing material. Press strings of the crack filler into cracks larger than 1/8 inch. Melt the crack filler into the cracks using the heat gun or propane torch according to the manufacturer’s instructions on the crack filler packaging. Pour a pool of sealer onto your driveway, and spread i
