How To Do A Concrete Driveway Repair On A Budget

Over the years, the weather, age, and normal wear and tear can have a cement driveway showing signs of cracks and chips

. If on a budget, replacing the entire driveway is out of the question due to costs. For you, the most cost effective option is repair the cracks. You can save even more money by opting for a do-it-yourself project. A concrete driveway repair job is an easy project to master; you don't even need to have any prior construction experience.

To get started, you must start with a clean surface. Go over the driveway with a broom to get rid of loose debris. To ensure the cleanest surface, pressure wash the driveway too. The next step you take depends on if your driveway damage involves a crack or a hole.

For holes in the driveway, they need to be filled. Buy epoxy mortar from a local home improvement or hardware store. Each brand will have detailed instructions on the package for you to follow. Depending on what you buy, water may be called for if you didn't opt for premixed. To fix the hole, fill it with the mixture and smooth it until the surface is even.

For cracks in the driveway, the process is a bit different. The cracks must be primed using a concrete primer. Next, use fabric that is designed for crack repairs; this fabric reinforces the cracks. Then, apply a base coat on top of the fabric and then add a polymer concrete coating. Finally, smooth the area so that it blends in with the rest of your driveway.

Home improvement and hardware stores should carry a good selection of concrete driveway repair kits. If you want to improve the overall appearance of your driveway, consider resurfacing the entire driveway after fixing all holes or cracks to get a more attractive surface. Resurfacing is still cheaper than redoing and it will look like new!

Once the major cracks and holes are fixed, you will get a reinforced driveway that will continue to holdup for years. As previously stated, even with the best blending you will still be able to tell where those recent repairs were made. To you, this may look unsightly and unattractive.

Driveway resurfacing is just as easy; in fact, it only requires a few additional steps. Those steps are to prime the entire driveway, add concrete texture, and smooth. If you want you can add color and then seal.

As you can see a do-it-yourself concrete driveway repair is easy and fast. Not only get a more durable driveway, but improve the overall look of your property. To ensure the best results, do not allow vehicle or foot traffic on the driveway for at least forty-eight hours.

by: Jason Statlin

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