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Is your current driveway not looking so hot? If it's time for a full replacement, your first decision might be to figure out what type of material to go with. If you already use asphalt, you likely already know about some of the key benefits this material can provide. But if your driveway was concrete, brick, or another material type, you may want to take another look at the benefits of contacting a local asphalt paving company before you make your final decision. Here are just some of the key reasons why so many homeowners go with asphalt for their driveway.
Long-Term Durability
Asphalt can stand up to Mother Nature and anything children throw at it. A new asphalt driveway that's given proper care and maintenance should last you for decades. Asphalt has no problem dealing with high heat or frigid cold and it can withstand anything like basketballs or street hockey pucks that kids might use against it.
Easier Maintenance Than Other Materials
When it comes time to perform maintenance on your driveway, re-paving asphalt is fairly easy. A fresh coating once per year will keep any small cracks from expanding and the work will likely be done in a day or less. Contrast this with a brick driveway or even concrete where more advanced techniques might need to be used to fill a crack or even completely replace a section of the driveway.
More Affordable
Exact prices will vary depending on your local market and what specifically you want to be done. But in general, asphalt is less expensive than concrete and is the more affordable and cost-efficient option for anyone looking for a new driveway that will provide value both now and in the future. Any ongoing maintenance will likely cost you less over time as well.
Recyclable
Your new driveway will last for many years. But when the time comes to make changes, you can feel good knowing that asphalt is 100 percent recyclable. It may even be possible to find a local asphalt paving company that uses recycled asphalt for new driveways, allowing you to reduce your property's environmental footprint even further.
Is it time for a new driveway in front of your house? Going with asphalt as your driveway material will keep the project affordable while still offering long-term durability and fewer maintenance headaches going forward. Contact a paving company, like ASAP Asphalt Sealing & Paving Co., for more information.
Share20 April 2021
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