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DRIVEWAYS & SIDEWALKS 101

Driveways and sidewalks play a starring role in your home’s curb appeal, and the options to make an impact have increased exponentially! It’s not just concrete and asphalt anymore. Now there’s a host of options to reflect your specific style and function – from simple and sustainable materials to textured, colored and totally lit!

Common (and Uncommon) Materials Choices:

Concrete: Not so basic anymore. Choose stamped concrete for high design or permeable concrete to be eco-friendly
Brick: A classic red brick look never goes out of style, but you can add your own twist with colored bricks as well as varied patterns such as herringbone, diamond and basketweave
Pavers: A host of sizes, colors and materials make this one of the most flexible options
Asphalt: As the most cost-effective and flexible choice for all climates, asphalt has many selling points. Others include fast installation, low susceptibility cracking and easy repair
Mixed Materials: Blending different materials to create unique new looks takes the customization to a whole new level

SIGNS YOU NEED A PRO

If you notice cracking or settling, it could signal deeper issues
Water pooling or poor drainage may lead to long-term damage
Uneven surfaces can result in both safety and appearance issues
Crumbling, flaking and chipping are signs of deteriorating concrete

DESIGN + FUNCTION

Polished, textured and stamped concrete finishes create a modern, stylish touch to driveways, walkways, and patios
Heated driveways and sidewalks add comfort, convenience and safety to your exterior surfaces, making them ideal for wintery climates
Sustainable options, including permeable pavers and cement alternatives as well as recycled materials, are eco-friendly to help reduce the environmental footprint
Low maintenance, long-lasting materials such as porcelain and brick pavers are ideal for those that want maximum appeal with minimal effort
Built-in LED lighting (path lights, embedded LED strips, solar-powered fixtures) improve safety and visibility while accentuating the design of your drive and walkways
Adding greenery along edges, integrating planters, or using natural stone borders blends in with the surrounding landscape (this trend softens hard surfaces and enhances the overall property exterior)

ASK AN EXPERT

These are just a few of the questions commonly asked by our clients about Accessories.

Can it be repaired?

Yes, most of the time but the concrete will not match what is existing.

Can it be leveled?

Yes, it can. There will be drill holes with patch marks everywhere the injection material is placed.

How much does it cost?

Some of the cost depends on how large the project is the large of the project the less per square foot it costs. It also depends on the type of finish that is requested.

How long does it take?

Typically five days. Depending on the size of the project, you have a day for demo and form setting, a day for pouring, and three to four days for curing before you can drive on it. It really depends on how many square feet of concrete is being installed.

There are quick-setting cements, and accelerators can be added to speed up the curing process, but this is an additional expense.

Will it crack?

Yes, although we put in expansion joints and control joints to help prevent cracks from being seen through the freeze and thaw process of the ground below concrete will crack.

What kind of patterns can I have?

There are many patterns available. Through hand trial joints or merely sock cut joints. A standard pattern is 10 x 10 squares for driveways with hand trout edges.

Can I have stamped concrete driveway?

Yes, although it depends on the type of stamp Concrete pattern that you want would determine whether it’s a good idea or not. Some patterns are not recommended due to snow plowing and the surface will chip.

Does it have to be gray or can I have a color?

It does not have to be gray, although this is the standard color that Concrete comes in. There is an additional expense to do a color and some clients have selected a tan/beige color, others have elected to go green to try to blend with the lawn, and others go bold and do a red cement.