Spring brings beautiful weather, but it can also bring damaging rain storms. Severe weather is all too common in Rhode Island during this time of the year, in some cases causing damage to your home and property. Although asphalt driveways are made to be durable, excessive rain, lighting, and hail can lead to cracks and splinters. The driveway contractors at Beausoleil & Sons want to keep your property safe and presentable by providing helpful tips to combat inclement weather.

Follow these three tips to keep your driveway in tiptop condition:

• Always check for cracks. Every time you walk down your driveway, check your asphalt for cracks, splinters, and holes. If water or hail gets into these cracks, they will expand and further damage your driveway. If you spot the cracks before there is an issue, it will be easier to correct the problem.
• Check your insurance policy. Most homeowner’s insurance policies cover damage to asphalt driveways in the event of weather damage. However, sometimes it's difficult to identify whether or not the damage to your driveway is enough for insurance to cover it. A reputable driveway contractor will help you determine this. Also, if you have weather damage to your roof, siding, or fence too, you’ll want to file a claim sooner than later.
• Keep it sealed. You should reseal your asphalt driveway every three to five years. Even a sealed driveway will form cracks, potholes, and uneven surfaces after years of neglect. If you reseal your driveway on a regular basis, you will see less damage to the asphalt when a storm hits your neighborhood.

When it’s time to protect your driveway from storm damage, your first call should be Beausoleil & Sons. The driveway contractors are prepared to keep your driveway safe so that your family can enjoy a happy home exterior all year round. Call the paving company today at (401) 632-0203, and visit them online to get a free quote!