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A clean, attractive asphalt driveway can boost your home’s resale value while giving guests and neighbors an excellent first impression. If your driveway is worn or dull, professional repairs and enhancements can make it look better than ever. Here are the most effective improvements you can make to boost curb appeal.

How to Improve Your Driveway

1. Clean & Edge

Oil spots and overgrown grass encroaching on your driveway give it an unsightly appearance. Rinse off spills, dirt, and other debris with a hose. Scrub the asphalt using a detergent with a degreaser if the oil won’t wash away. Following each lawn mowing session, trim the edges of your lawn along the driveway and sidewalks to keep your front yard looking sharp and clean.

2. Make Repairs

asphalt drivewayCracks, loose asphalt, and other damage show clear signs of aging. As soon as you see cracks forming, hire a driveway repair company to fix the issue and leave your driveway looking as good as new. Taking care of damage right away saves you money on bigger repairs later. 

3. Create a Border

In addition to giving driveways a unique touch, borders help protect your driveway from crumbling and cracking. The edges are out in the open and sometimes in direct contact with roots, making them more vulnerable to damage. Support your asphalt driveway with creative borders like brick pavers or landscaping stones. Pavers with lighting offer an extra layer of safety by providing a clear path to walk and helping you and your guests to avoid tripping in the dark.

4. Seal Asphalt

Sealcoating provides many benefits for asphalt. The process will protect your driveway from harmful UV rays that weaken and damage it over time, improve durability, seal and hide small cracks, and reduce water seepage that can freeze and form cracks in the asphalt. As a bonus, sealcoating material is dark and reminiscent of freshly laid asphalt. After treatment, your driveway will look brand-new and cleaner than ever.

 

If you need to freshen up your driveway, turn to the experts at Billy S. Young’s Blacktop Paving. Located in Waynesboro, VA, these paving professionals provide exceptional services to homes and businesses throughout Nelson, Augusta, and Rockbridge counties. Whether you need restoration, repairs, sealcoating, or a new paving job, their team is dedicated to extending the life and curb appeal of your driveway. Read more about their services online. To request a free estimate, call (540) 949-0432.

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