What Does Resealing a Driveway Do?
Sealing a driveway is one of the best ways to maintain the surface and extend the life of the driveway. This can ultimately reduce the overall cost of the driveway by extending the time between replacement of the driveway. The application of driveway sealer can be a do-it-yourself project or performed by contractors. Sealing the driveway is recommended about every three years. Does this Spark an idea?
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Seals Cracks
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The process of applying a driveway sealant works the asphalt emulsion into any small cracks or breaks in the driveway. If these cracks or breaks are not filled and sealed they accumulate moisture. Freeze and thaw cycles through the winter can expand these cracks causing larger breaks in the asphalt surface. By sealing the driveway, the cracks can be kept from growing. Large cracks can connect to other cracks, with some driveway material breaking loose. This creates a pothole in the driveway.
Improves Traction
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Adding grit to the driveway sealant improves the texture of the driveway surface. This improves the traction of vehicles and pedestrians moving on the surface. Mix the grit with the sealant before application. This process extends the life of the driveway and improves its safety. Adding grit or sand for traction is most important on sloped driveways, but beneficial in all icy conditions.
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It Looks Good
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The sealant produces a uniform color across the driveway. This can cover stains on the asphalt and darken surfaces that are sun faded. For those desiring a little more color, some manufacturers produce driveway sealers in colors other than black. Some products also produce a sheen or glossy surface.
Keep it Clean
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A sealed driveway is easier to keep clean. Sweeping the surface is more efficient without cracks and crevices accumulating dirt. The sealed surface makes it easier to clean up leaked oil or gas, also.
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