Wintertime in the northeast is tough on our homes, cars, and even our driveways. If you have ever noticed potholes in your driveway during the spring, they were caused by the harsh winter environments. Use the following tips to make sure that your driveway looks like you remember it come March.
- Sealcoat your driveway before winter. If it has been more than two years since you've last sealcoated your asphalt driveway, you should do it before the first snowfall of the year. Re-sealing your driveway will restore the protective top layer and help keep water from penetrating the surface of your driveway and causing potholes.
- Keep your driveway clear of snow and ice. After a winter storm, it is important to rid your driveway of snow and ice as quickly as possible. Not only is it a safety hazard, the freezing and thawing process of the water will lead to cracks in your driveway.
- Don't use salt or other deicers. Rock salt and most chemical deicers are harmful to the environment and can corrode your driveway. Instead of using these harsh products, opt for sand – it provides traction on icy areas and absorbs heat from the sunlight to help speed up the melting process.
- Select your shovel carefully. Refrain from using snow shovels with metal blades, as they can damage your driveway by scraping it. Instead, use shovels with rubber blades, as they cause no harm to pavement surfaces.
If you
live in Nassau County, New York and are in need of residential or
commercial asphalt driveway repair, repaving, or snow removal, call
Stasi Brothers at 516-997-PAVE. You can also visit our website for
more information or connect with us on social media – we are active
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