Installing a new driveway isn’t often thought of as the ultimate repair job, yet many don’t realize how drastically a new and revamped driveway can improve their home and living experience. Not only will it improve the landscape of their entire home, but it can always make daily living and parking a more pleasant experience — particularly during the winter months.
Typically, consumers are presented with two driveway options when seeking driveway repair: asphalt driveways and concrete driveways. Each kind of driveway has their own benefits and drawbacks. This article will explore both kinds of driveway materials, and which one will be best for you:

Asphalt
Asphalt is typically the go-to driveway material, due to its lower cost and easy-to-repair disposition. It is also used for 90% of parking lots in the United States. The only drawback with asphalt, however, is its inclination to be lower quality. But what matters most is the foundation underneath it. Having a solid foundation will prevent sunken driveways and the like, regardless of material. And for environmental buffs, asphalt provides a viable and recyclable resource. In fact,67.8 million tons of asphalt was reclaimed in 2013, and 100% of it was recycled.

Concrete
Though more expensive, concrete is a durable driveway option, preferred by many. Unlike asphalt concrete requires little maintenance, and if installed correctly, can last up to 50 years. Concrete is also a good option due to its versatility in design. In fact, there are over 250 hues and shades.

Repairs
Regardless of the material, driveways often require repair and maintenance to keep them at their best. For example, sunken driveways are a common problem that is often the result of a poorly laid out foundation. The best way to remedy a sunken driveway is to call a professional driveway contractor, as it is the safest option available for homeowners.