Use the soap nozzle on your power washer or a garden hose applicator to apply the driveway cleaner. Then scrub the entire driveway with a stiff-bristle push broom. Even if you think your driveway is ...

Sealing your asphalt driveway protects it from damage caused by weather, traffic, and the freeze-thaw cycles of colder months. While fall is a popular time to tackle outdoor maintenance, is it really ...

Dear James: Our blacktop driveway is starting to look worn after only three years. What type of sealer holds up best, and what is the best way to apply it? — Jay A. Dear Jay: It is not surprising it ...

An asphalt driveway is an investment that's well worth protecting. A little time spent patching and sealing can extend the life of the blacktop and improve the curb appeal—and value—of your home.

Water is your home’s enemy. Whether it’s from a summer deluge, a hurricane in the Carolinas, or winter melt like I experienced this winter in Utah. It gets in, it destroys, and you’re left with a ...

Sealing a driveway costs between $275 and $820 with a national average of $545. Cost factors for this project include driveway size, material, condition, and accessibility; sealant type, number of ...

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Q: I had a new asphalt driveway installed back in the fall. It’s gorgeous, and I want to keep it looking that way. I was told not to seal it until the spring. Is that correct? Is it possible to put on ...