Most homeowners don’t realize the power that a clean and well-maintained driveway holds. It not only makes driving easier when you leave for work or anywhere else in your car, but it also increases the curb appeal of your property, in case you’re planning to sell your home.
So if your driveway is cracked, pitted, or stained, driveway repair is highly recommended. Driveways are grouped into three kinds: gravel, asphalt, and concrete. But we’ll focus on asphalt driveway repair in this article.
- Clean Up the Place
Before anything else, you have to prepare your driveway for repair. If there are any weeds growing on it, uproot them gently and apply some weed killer to stop any further growth. You can also spray the driveway with a hose to remove any loose bits of asphalt. Don’t worry about making the hole or crack larger.
- Beware of the Weather
Driveway repair is impossible on a rainy day or during winter. An asphalt driveway requires a bright day with constant sunshine. In this kind of weather, sealant can properly form a strong bond with your driveway.
- Remember to Tamp Twice
As you fill the driveway cracks with asphalt, remember to tamp down on the asphalt patch after filling the crack until it’s almost full and when you fill to slightly above the rim. Tamping removes air holes and guarantees a firm bond.
- Seal It
After filling, sealing follows in driveway repair. Sealing helps keep away moisture and helps in creating a strong bond between the old material and the new.
