If you are planning to have your driveway paved, you may be having trouble deciding on which paving material to use. Many driveways are paved using a concrete or asphalt product. Here is a bit of information about concrete and asphalt driveways to aid you in your selection process:
Concrete Driveways
How long do they last?
Concrete driveways can last up to 30 years or more.
How much do concrete driveways cost to install?
A concrete driveway may cost between $3 and $10 per square foot. However, if you decide to add decorative embellishments to the concrete, the price may be a bit higher. A concrete driveway with one decorative element is usually priced between $6 and $12 per square foot.
How long do you have to wait after installation before driving on the concrete surface?
For a concrete driveway, you usually have to wait about a week before you are able to drive on it. If you wait less time, your driveway may be marred with tire prints and nicks.
What color is a concrete driveway?
A concrete driveway is often a pale gray color. Nevertheless, there are many color options available for concrete driveways today. However, decorative hues may increase the price of your driveway installation.
Are repairs to a concrete driveway difficult?
Cracks and other issues with a concrete driveway can be repaired. However, the patchwork is usually quite noticeable. As a result, many homeowners opt to have their concrete driveway replaced. Resurfacing the concrete may be problematic, because the new concrete may not adhere properly.
Asphalt Driveways
How long do they last?
Asphalt driveways tend to last up to 30 years or more. Thus, they are not considered quite as durable as concrete. Nevertheless, they are less expensive.
How much do asphalt driveways cost to install?
The installation of an asphalt driveway usually ranges between $2 and $5 per square foot.
How long do you have to wait before you can drive on a newly installed asphalt driveway?
Often, you can drive on an asphalt driveway almost as soon as it is installed.
What color is an asphalt driveway?
Asphalt driveways are usually dark grey or black in color, much like a newly-installed road.
Are asphalt driveways easy to repair?
An asphalt driveway can be repaired with an asphalt patch kit. The repair is usually considered fairly simple and is not very noticeable once it is complete.
For more information, contact Bill Mariotti Site Development Co Inc or a similar company.
