Asphalt Versus Concrete Driveway

About the only benefit of an asphalt versus concrete driveway is the initial cost of installation. Asphalt can be half the cost of concrete. So why choose concrete over asphalt for your driveway?

Appearance A driveway is like a large welcome mat for your home. It’s the first thing people see when they visit. The beauty of concrete can’t be paralleled, especially with some of decorative aspects such as staining and stamping.

Long term cost Although the initial cost of concrete is more than asphalt, concrete will last as much as three times as long as asphalt. This makes concrete cheaper in the long run with less maintenance, resurfacing, and replacement costs.

Safety The non-skid surface on concrete makes it safer to walk on, especially when it’ wet and in the winter when ice forms. Concrete is also more visible at night.

Maintenance Concrete requires a lot less maintenance than asphalt. You don’t have to mess with those nasty asphalt coatings.

Cleanliness Concrete is much cleaner. You won’t track those oily asphalt sealers into the house.

Comfort A concrete driveway is more comfortable and cleaner to walk on with bare feet. This is especially true in the summer. Concrete won’t heat up in the sun like asphalt.

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