The elements, accidents and age can make a cement driveway look dingy or become cracked and broken. Replacing the driveway completely can be very costly and take a lot of time. However, repairing the cracks is a lot more economical an option. This is especially true if you do it yourself. Even if you have no real construction experience concrete driveway repair is easy to master.
To get started, you must start with a clean surface. Go over the driveway with a broom to get rid of loose debris. To ensure the cleanest surface, pressure wash the driveway too. The next step you take depends on if your driveway damage involves a crack or a hole.
For driveway holes, you must fill each hole. To do so, buy epoxy mortar from a local home improvement or hardware store. Each brand should have specific directions for you to follow. If you didn't buy a premixed bucket, you will need to add some water as directed. Fill the hole with your mixture and then smooth out the surface until it is even.
For driveway cracks, the process is still easy but there are a few extra steps. Start by using a concrete primer to treat the cracks. Then, use concrete repair fabric to provide the cracks with extra reinforcement. On top of the fabric, apply a base coat and then a polymer concrete coating. Finish by smoothing the area so the entire concert blends together as much as possible.
Concrete driveway repair kits can be attained at most local home improvement stores and are relatively inexpensive. Once you have all the cracks and holes fixed, you may want to resurface the driveway so it looks more attractive and even. It will look like new when done.
Once the major cracks and holes are fixed, you will get a reinforced driveway that will continue to holdup for years. As previously stated, even with the best blending you will still be able to tell where those recent repairs were made. To you, this may look unsightly and unattractive.
Resurfacing the driveway is also simple and only requires an added step in the process. You will prime the entire surface, add the concrete texture and smooth with a trowel. Then you can add a color to add some interest and finally seal it.
As you can see a do-it-yourself concrete driveway repair is easy and fast. Not only get a more durable driveway, but improve the overall look of your property. To ensure the best results, do not allow vehicle or foot traffic on the driveway for at least forty-eight hours.
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