When your driveway has issues like cracks and holes, what paving solutions are at your disposal? For most, the choices narrow down to repairs or a full-on replacement. Deciding on one requires homeowners to know when a certain option is best. 

Paving Solutions Guide

Replacement

Any driveway that has taken the brunt of excessively harsh weather conditions or major destruction is likely a candidate for replacement. First, take a look at the physical damage. Large cracks or holes should serve as immediate signs you need a replacement. While patches can provide a temporary solution, too many will greatly diminish the curb appeal and value of your home. Plus, excessive patching will require a replacement down the road anyway, so if you’re looking to save some cash, replacement is the way to go. 

Another factor that plays into the need for replacement is the pavement’s age. Driveways that are over 20 years old cannot be safely patched and will require a resurfacing treatment to meet safety codes. 

Repairs

Repairs are an option only for those with minimal or cosmetic damage to their pavement. If you see shallow cracks or a few minor holes, ask a contractor to take a look and determine whether these can be fixed. If the crevices don’t affect the stability of the structure, it’s likely a patch will do the trick. Age will also factor into the repair potential, as only driveways that are less than a decade old are candidates.

Your pavement contractor will need to assess the condition of the driveway before they can confirm whether a patch is enough to fix the issue. If a crack or crevice has been left unaddressed for too long, you may have to opt for a replacement instead. 

Finding paving solutions in Anchorage, AK, is as easy as calling Caddo Construction. Well versed in residential, commercial, and civil paving projects, this team of contractors is ready to tackle any job, large or small. Familiar with the damage snow and ice can do in Alaska, they are primed to offer effective, efficient solutions for region-specific pavement troubles. Reach out online or by phone at (907) 333-6160.