Posts by Joe Spadino
Costs Of Replacing Your Driveway
If you’re looking to increase the value of your home, whether you are just doing upgrades or looking to sell, replacing your driveway is one of the best ways to do that. A new driveway that looks as great as it functions can add an average of $7,000 in value to your home, in some…
Read MoreThe Difference Between Asphalt And Concrete
Replacing your driveway has serious benefits, including increasing the value of your home, but it’s important to research the pros and cons of desired materials so you get the best of your driveway. Homeowners want a beautiful driveway that also works great, but when deciding between materials there are a variety of other factors to…
Read MoreHow Do Oil Prices Affect Driveway Costs
With oil prices on the rise, many homeowners may be wondering if it would be smarter to wait on paving their driveway until prices come back down. It is true that oil prices can and do affect the cost of asphalt but it may affect it a lot less than you think, especially residential driveways.…
Read MoreRepairing Cracks in Your Asphalt Driveway
Cracks plaguing your once-perfect driveway? Worried your investment didn’t pay out? Nothing to fear. We will outline what’s normal – and what’s NOT normal- about cracks in your driveway, as well as repair methods to help you navigate home improvement projects without calling in backup. However, if you’re experiencing more cracks than it’s worth, then…
Read MoreHow To Clean Your Asphalt Driveway This Spring
Is your driveway on your spring cleaning checklist? If not, then it should be. Your driveway is the entrance to your home and keeping it clean not only adds to your curb appeal but helps remove all the chemicals deposited from a winter’s worth of use. If your driveway is beyond cleaning then a new…
Read MoreMinnesota Driveway Replacement Permits
So you’ve decided to replace your old, cracked driveway with something that looks great and brings in more property value. The first step is done, now you’re probably left wondering “Do I need a permit to replace my driveway?” Yes, but more importantly as a homeowner, you’re responsible for getting the right permit for your…
Read MoreWisconsin Driveway Replacement Permits
It’s finally time for an upgrade to your home’s driveway surface and you’ve decided full or partial replacement is the way to go. You’ve got that step out of the way, now you’re probably thinking “Do I need to get a replacement permit?” And that answer depends. While you could navigate the access permit zoning…
Read MoreHow to Clear Snow From Your Asphalt Driveway
At this point, you’re probably thinking: However, if you want to preserve the integrity and aesthetic appeal of your driveway, it’s important to follow these simple snow removal tips that go beyond calling over the neighborhood kids. We all know how harsh these midwest winters can get – take the time to properly care for…
Read MoreChoosing The Best Salt For Your Driveway
Salt’s tough on ice – and on your driveway. The corrosive agents in rock salt effectively melt ice and snow but it’s not the most eco-friendly option for lawns and pets. Additional deicing options may be harmful to your asphalt driveway if it hasn’t been seal-coated. Seal-coating can only happen over the summer, so make…
Read MoreCan You Asphalt Pave Your Driveway In Winter?
The answer may seem obvious, but as weather drastically fluctuates in our northern cities, we see a lot of homeowners ask this question. The simple answer? No, asphalt driveways cannot be paved in winter. This isn’t just a personal preference either, the hot-mix asphalt we work with needs to be paved at a certain temperature…
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