Repair vs. Resurface vs. Replace: What Your Driveway Really Needs

Driveway repair process showing cracked asphalt being filled, newly resurfaced driveway, and an under-construction area, illustrating options for asphalt maintenance and replacement.

You should start by walking the driveway to map cracks, spalls, depressions and drainage issues; if defects are isolated and the subgrade is sound, patching is cheapest and fastest. If surface distress is widespread but the base still holds, a bonded overlay restores skid resistance and adds years. Rebuild when alligator cracking, rutting, chronic ponding […]