Asphalt Driveway Paving and Sealing
Asphalt Driveway Video will answer the critical questions you have about how to repair or resurface your asphalt driveway. This video will teach you all there is to know about new asphalt driveway construction and your driveway paving options.
The Video will tell you how to choose the right contractor for the job, and how to know if the right materials are being used to do a proper job. The video will also tell you if the contractor is giving you a fair, accurate estimate for the job.
You will know if the estimated cost is higher than it should be to asphalt a driveway or if it is too low to do the job properly. Asphalt Driveway Video will also keep you from falling prey to fly-by-night, quick-fix contractors who are “in the neighborhood and notice that your driveway needs a sealer.”
You will be able to tell if the contractor has done good asphalt driveway paving and if the job he has done will last a long time. Asphalt Driveway Video will save you hundreds and even thousands of dollars and countless hours of frustration and doubt.
Did you know?
Most people know about as much about fixing their asphalt driveway as they do about fixing their computer, which is normally not very much. After all, how many asphalt driveways does the average person build?
Not every asphalt driveway needs to be rebuilt. Overlaying or repaving an old driveway can have excellent results, as long as the existing driveway is still structurally sound.
Removing and replacing the old asphalt driveway is another option. But the granular base under the pavement must be properly repaired-removed and replaced. How do I know if I should repave, rebuild or replace?
Good design, good materials and good construction are the three elements that give you a good repaved or new asphalt driveway. A well-designed and constructed repaved driveway will give you virtually trouble-free service for up to 20 years.
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Asphalt driveways are economical, aesthetically pleasing and long lasting. A good-looking asphalt driveway ads curb appeal to your home, and it’s easy to maintain. It’s easy to keep free of snow and ice in the winter and dirt-free in the summer.
Don’t do business with the man who knocks on your door and says, “I was working in the neighborhood and saw that your driveway needs a sealer.” No matter how good a price the man at the door gives you, the deal is not always a good one. Use the man at the door to motivate you to get estimates for paving your driveway.
Don’t let the shiny black surface of a repaved or new asphalt driveway fool you. What you see is not necessarily what you get. Just because it’s smooth doesn’t mean it’s good. It’s the thickness and the compaction of the pavement that define quality.
Asphalt driveway installation is not as easy as you might think. Rolling, or compacting, the hot mix asphalt is critical. The roller/operator must have experience and know how to properly roll the asphalt. Knowing how to roll requires knowing the proper rolling pattern and knowing when the mat has been properly compacted.
Many people have misconceptions about the maintenance of their asphalt driveways, so this video was designed to teach people how to asphalt a driveway the right way, whether it is a repair, resurfacing or a new driveway. This video will tell you about the numerous things to consider when paving a driveway. You want to be concerned about how durable the driveway will be and not only the aesthetic appeal of it. Asphalt Driveway Video can answer all of your questions regarding the proper care for your asphalt driveway.
To the untrained eye, all asphalt pavements look alike, but there is a wide range of hot mix asphalt mixes, each with specific properties to meet specific conditions.
Should you Seal or Resurface your Driveway?
That depends on the condition of your driveway. If you have a lot of "pop outs" or small rocks that have come loose, or if you have numerous cracks in your driveway, or if you have noticeable "ruts," or low places and uneven spots in the driveway, you will be wise to resurface. If you have a few small cracks and no ruts or low, uneven places, then your driveway is an ideal candidate for sealing.
The Next question is: Do I Seal the Driveway Myself or Do I hire a contractor to Seal it?
When it comes to sealing a typical private driveway, you can probably do a good job yourself if you use the right type of sealer. Because your driveway was paved with asphalt, it's important to use an asphalt-based sealer. Using a tar-based sealer will cause a number of problems on your driveway surface. For full information about proper driveway sealing, see the four-page pamphlet that comes with this video. The pamphlet "Sealing Your Asphalt Driveway" will recommend the proper driveway sealers and explain how to use them effectively.
