Even an outstanding concrete job on a driveway will eventually begin to show signs of disrepair after years of use and exposure to all different types of elements. When this happens, it’s time to consider repaving your driveway.
Especially if you’re DIY-inclined, you might be tempted to do the job yourself. However, it’s important to always hire a professional whenever you are looking to do a paving job as big and important as a driveway. Professionals are guaranteed to have significant experience in getting jobs like yours done properly and efficiently. This is especially important if you are not at all experienced in pouring concrete or paving—it’s better to try getting experiences on smaller jobs before you tackle something as large and permanent as a driveway.
With all of this in mind, here are just a few signs that you need to repave your driveway with the assistance of concrete contractors in Santa Rosa, CA:
- There are large holes everywhere: Small holes happen from time to time, and if they are few and far between, then you don’t need to be too worried about the state of your driveway. It’s the large holes, however, that you really need to be concerned about. These holes can lead to people tripping and hurting themselves. They can also lead to automobile accidents, especially if they are large enough where a tire will sink down below the concrete. Plus, the presence of large holes in your concrete increases the chance of your concrete suffering from further damage. As water collects in the hole, more cracks will ultimately form beneath the surface. If this water freezes and then thaws, the expanding and contracting will likely cause some severe damage to the rest of your driveway. Therefore, large holes should be filled as quickly as possible, or you should have your driveway assessed for potential replacement.
- Multiple holes and cracks: Professional concrete contractors in Santa Rosa, CA often refer to the presence of multiple holes and cracks within a driveway as “alligator skin.” This is the most common sign that you need to repave your driveway. Once you have performed this task, these cracks and holes will not spread, as the smaller holes and cracks will all be filled. If you delay doing this, all of these cracks and holes will become larger and continue multiplying, which means a full replacement of your driveway will be more likely. Repaving your driveway every five to 10 years can help prevent these cracks and holes (which are extremely common) from becoming too much to handle.
- Age: Driveways simply aren’t expected to last forever. Even the best driveways only are expected to last about 30 years. Once your driveway hits 20 years old, you should seriously consider at least repaving, if not completely replacing your entire driveway.
Our team of concrete contractors in Santa Rosa, CA can help you make the best decisions about how to maintain your driveway. Contact Sikes Asphalt Group Inc. today for more information.
