If you’re tired of looking at your old cracked driveway, maybe now is the time to install a new one. However, choosing between a concrete driveway or an asphalt one isn’t always easy. Because of this, the professionals from Palermo Concrete in Rochester, NY, have compiled a few things for you to consider when it comes to designing your new driveway. 

Here are three things to keep in mind when trying to decide whether concrete or asphalt will be the best driveway material for you:

• Usage: When trying to decide between concrete and asphalt, it’s important to think about how much use it will receive. Are you the type of person who rarely drives their car, or do you have vehicles frequently coming and going on your property? Both concrete and asphalt hold up well under heavy use, but asphalt can crumble quicker or require frequent repairs. 
• Cost: For those installing a new driveway, the cost will be a major consideration. Concrete can be more costly to pay for upfront, but since it’s considered more durable, the installation costs will eventually be offset by the lower maintenance costs. Asphalt can be cheaper initially but may not last as long. 
• Style: For many, the particular style of the driveway they want may determine whether concrete or asphalt will be ideal. One of the benefits of concrete over asphalt is that it can be stamped with designs and comes in different colors; with asphalt, what you see is what you get. If you want to have more design and style options, a concrete driveway may be the way to go. 

Whether you need cement services or a new patio, the professionals from Palermo Concrete can help, so contact them by calling (585) 234-6013. You can also visit them online to learn more about the company.