Is it better to resurface or replace an asphalt driveway?

• <div><p>Whether you should resurface or replace your asphalt driveway heavily depends on its condition. If the foundation is solid and the damage is minor, resurfacing is your best bet because it’s more affordable and faster than replacing the driveway. But if your driveway has foundational problems and/or severe damage, like large, deep cracks and potholes, then it makes more sense to replace it. </p></div>

What if it rains after I seal my driveway?

• <div><p>Ideally, you should seal your driveway when there won’t be rain for several days, but at a minimum, there can’t be rain for at least 24 hours. If it rains shortly after you seal your driveway, the water can wash away the sealer and render your work useless. You’ll have to wait for your driveway to dry out and try applying again. Note that some sealers—like oil-based sealers or specialty fast-drying sealers—may cure faster. Ask your contractor for information on timing before the install, and if there’s rain in the forecast, postpone the job.</p></div>

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Q: Can professionals customize asphalt surfaces?

• <div><p>Yes, with colored finishes and decorative stamping for a personalized touch.</p></div>

Q: How often should an asphalt driveway be seal coated? At what cost?

• <div><p>To maintain your asphalt driveway, add a new coat of sealant every <b>three to five years</b>. Pricing varies, but you will pay about $0.08 to $0.50 per square foot from start to finish. You can also choose to add a fill-and-seal layer that includes a layer of aggregate to fortify a damaged top layer of asphalt.</p></div>

Q: What if it rains after I seal my driveway?

• <div><p>Ideally, you should seal your driveway when there won&rsquo;t be rain for several days, but at a minimum, there can&rsquo;t be rain for at least 24 hours. If it rains shortly after you seal your driveway, the water can wash away the sealer and render your work useless. You&rsquo;ll have to wait for your driveway to dry out and try applying again. Note that some sealers&mdash;like oil-based sealers or specialty fast-drying sealers&mdash;may cure faster. Ask your contractor for information on timing before the install, and if there&rsquo;s rain in the forecast, postpone the job.</p></div>

Q: What’s the optimal temperature for asphalt to dry and cure the fastest?

• <div><p>Asphalt dries and cures best between 50 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. This range allows moisture to evaporate quickly without causing the asphalt to cool too fast, which can negatively affect the drying process. However, keep in mind that other weather conditions can also affect curing and drying times, such as precipitation and humidity.</p></div>

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Last update on November 22, 2025

Reviewed in March 2024
Called up Nick from A1 to come and pressure wash the driveway after a long winter of abuse. Couldnâ t believe how great it turned out. Will be calling for all pressure washing needs.
A1 Mobile Wash
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Reviewed in July 2023
Antonio and his crew are wonderful to work with. They redid our driveway retaining walls with a beautiful stacked natural fieldstone. Communication of the scope and budget was very clear and there were no surprises. The workmanship is top notch. I highly recommend Bolani Masonry.
Bolani Masonry
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Reviewed in May 2023
Great experience with salesman, Owner and entire crew. They did an excellent job on my driveway, reasonable fast, friendly and professional. Highly recommend !
David Browe Paving
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Reviewed in August 2019
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! Art and his team are THE BEST!! They showed up right on time, did absolutely beautiful work and I could not be happier. Very professional, great customer service and all around just great guys. My neighbor was so impressed at their work he hired them to do his driveway the...
A. Wells Jr. & Sons Paving
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Reviewed in September 2017
Over Promises and under delivers. I had LaBellos Masonry do three projects for me: small concrete pad, Â¼ mile gravel driveway resurface and 750 ft drainage ditch by the driveway. They did 2 of the three well. Unfortunately, the main project--- the driveway is TERRIBLE. It is worse now than...
LaBello's Masonry and Waterproofing, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2015
Healthy Spaces just finished the project we had to waterproof the basement and remove the mold. We had seen a few other contractors besides this company and are very pleased we chose to hire Mark (owner). He didn't give alot of "bs" as a couple other contractors did. Very genuine person. ...
Healthy Spaces
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Reviewed in May 2015
The drive way looks fine, but the customer service left something to be desired. They did not communicate fees associated with the service, did not respond to requests we made about leaving fill, left a piece of concrete next to the driveway and left cigarette butts in the lawn. When I got the...
TERRY GRANGER PAVING
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