Are you selling your house this summer? What does your driveway look like? Does it need to be replaced?
Durable driveways have a lifespan of 20-30 years, some have less and some have more, it will depend on local conditions. Your driveway is one of the first aspects of your house that a potential buyer sees when looking at the property. Additionally, getting your driveway done adds curb appeal and increases your resale value.
Checking the condition of your driveway will help you decide if it’s time to replace it. Here are some conditions to look for.
Cracks
There are many types of cracks that can appear in your driveway. There could be a linear crack which means one long line anywhere on your driveway. You might have “spider web” cracks on your driveway, with cracks radiating out and across. There could be side cracks, from an area that has caved a bit and started to crack. Cracks are a huge problem because if water gets in and freezes, the asphalt will expand and produce more cracks. And nature might pop up and grow through the cracks ex. grass/weeds.
Old & Uneven
When we put fresh asphalt down it is black and it looks great! It has positive curb appeal to potential customers. After decades it ages and begins to fade and change color to grey from the original dark black. Color is not the only sign that your driveway has aged. You could also have uneven parts of your driveway. The most common is near your garage or house. Your driveway may be uneven in some places and that could be a hazard for foot traffic and in the winter for ice build up.
Never done
Depending on where you live and when your home was built, you might never had your driveway asphalted. You might have a dirt and pebble stone driveway. Or you might just have a dirt road and you never had time or money to get it done. But if you want to sell your home, you should think about paving your driveway.
Reference: What your driveway is trying to tell you?
Choose Asphalt!
There are many reasons to choose asphalt to pave your driveway. Asphalt is recyclable and one of the most reused/recycled materials in North America. It is also more environmentally friendly, and better for vehicles. It can outlast other types of paving and is a great choice to improve the look of your home.
With over 30 years of experience serving the Barrie and Simcoe area, Road Readie Paving has built a reputation second to none. We are committed to customer satisfaction through high quality workmanship at a competitive price. Contact us today for a free quote 705.719.0074
