Cut cross-hatch marks into the asphalt using a masonry cutting saw. You can rent this saw at any tool rental store if you don't own one. Do not cut outside of the cement block placement area with the saw. This will leave exposed marks after the blocks have been laid. To be sure, ...
After patching and filling any cracks or dips in your asphalt driveway, you may also wish to seal your driveway to prevent any further water seepage. Preparation Before patching the crack, it is very important for the affected area to be as clean and smooth as possible so that the ...
At first, we calculated that two bulk bags ofMOTwould be enough to cover our driveway, but it wasn’t even close so we had to order another two bags, which still turned out to not be quite enough and we ended up having to order another fifth bag to reach the height we needed. Nee...
Pack asphalt chunks into the back of your trunk, or rent a truck. The material is heavy and crumbly and can damage a car's interior. Drop the asphalt pieces off at your community recycling area, a local asphalt manufacturer or an asphalt recycler. Bring your old driveway to your town's...
Our radiant experts show you how to install our snow melt systems for a heated asphalt driveway. Whether it's full coverage or tire tracks, we walk you through all the necessary steps to keep the area clear of snow and ice throughout winter. Learn more
Building a garden on top of asphalt is not as difficult as you might imagine. As long as you have enough sunlight and the spot is not too low, so water won't puddle under the garden, you should have some success. You might find that you actually prefer i
Bear in mind that the driveway removal process varies from home to home. The work may be similar, but concrete and asphalt driveways are different, and should be demolished accordingly. Removing an Asphalt Driveway No matter your preferred asphalt demolition method, you’ll need a few tools to...
Asphalt is made of crushed stone and gravel, or aggregate, mixed with a binding agent. This material is used to pave roads throughout the world, creating the blacktop road surface that we are familiar with. Those who wish to start an asphalt paving busin
Driveway Mix AsphaltCheaper mix that is tailored to use in driveways and parking lots. It includes crushed stone, sand and gravel. Porous AsphaltIt is designed only with crushed stone and a few grains of sand in the mix, making it permeable to water. More expensive, but removes the need ...
One of the biggest mistakes is using too much pressure. High pressure can damage the surface of your driveway, especially if it’s made of concrete or asphalt. Always start with a lower pressure setting and increase it gradually if needed. ...