How to Repair Driveway Cracks Prev Next How to Repair Potholes in Dirt and Gravel DrivewaysDirt and gravel driveways tend to have less overall form than concrete, asphalt or brick driveways, but dips, bumps and potholes are just as great a nuisance. Because of their simple structure, it’s...
If your driveway's cracks have widened into potholes, you're in for a different fix. Repair potholes, deep depressions, and crumbled areas with blacktop patch (also called cold patch). Blacktop patch is essentially ready-to-use asphalt that comes in a bag. (If your new bag of blacktop ...
parking lot or road, asphalt pavement is subjected to constant abuse and wear and tear from the elements, traffic and vehicles. One of the most effective ways to protect your paved surface is by seal coating it. While this won’t repair any cracks or potholes that...
Gently pry up the nails of the damaged asphalt shingle and pull it out.© Don Vandervort, HomeTips Slide outthe damaged shingle. If it’s still in one piece, hang on to it for sizing the replacement. With a utility knife, cut off a small piecefrom the top corners of the replacemen...
How do you fix potholes in a gravel road? Fixing Deep Pits in Gravel Driveway Step 1: Clear the Hole. You'll need a tamper, some coarse gravel, gravel that matches the driveway surface, and a shovel. ... Step 2: Fill the Hole. Fill the hole to a depth of around 3 inches bel...
0:01:31TOM: And is your driveway cracked or warranted as it suffers from some of those nasty oil stains? Tip first fix the leak in your car. We’ve got a surefire solution that can help clean up those stains for good and restore the surface just ahead. ...
ASPHALT DRIVEWAY COST VS. CONCRETE Initially, asphalt can be a less expensive option than concrete, with asphalt installation averaging $3 to $5 per square foot and plain gray concrete at $5 to $7. However, in the long run, concrete can be the better economical choice. Concrete is more ...
pavers will require annual power-washing to remove any debris that has accumulated in the gaps between the pavers. Since water is intended to seep through porous or pervious concrete and asphalt, homeowners won’t need to worry about sealing the pavers as they would a concrete driveway. ...
The different contractors return to fix all of the problems. Once the punch list is done, it's time to move in! Here are some shots of the finished house: This article has shown you the basic steps involved in house construction. Obviously there are a lot of details that we have ...
A settling or sinking sidewalk is not only unattractive, but it can also be dangerous. Guests approaching your home can trip on the sidewalk if it is uneven and sinking. The old-fashioned way to fix a settling sidewalk was to tear up the entire slab and