Dear James: Our blacktop driveway is starting to look worn after only three years. What type of sealer holds up best, and what is the best way to apply it? — Jay A. Dear Jay: It is not surprising it ...

Every house could use great curb appeal. When making improvements most people think about the siding of the house, or how good the landscaping looks, but often times one big “first impression killer” ...

Sealing your asphalt driveway protects it from damage caused by weather, traffic, and the freeze-thaw cycles of colder months. While fall is a popular time to tackle outdoor maintenance, is it really ...

Q. Our blacktop driveway crumbled in a couple of places during the winter and also has some fine cracks about 1/4 inch or less wide. I can’t afford a new driveway right now so how can I fix this? A.

Q. Can you settle a friendly argument? My wife insists that our blacktop driveway must be sealed. She listens to a local weekend home improvement radio show and tends to think everything the show host ...

Dear James: Our house is four years old, and the blacktop driveway looks like it needs to be resealed. What is the best type of sealer to use on it, and are there any special techniques to apply it? - ...

Most driveways are made of asphalt, and — just like many highways — need periodic maintenance to fill cracks, patch potholes and eventually to reseal the surface. When you’re the one-person road crew, ...

Sealing a driveway costs between $275 and $820 with a national average of $545. Cost factors for this project include driveway size, material, condition, and accessibility; sealant type, number of ...

What would you say if I told you your driveway doesn’t need to be boring blacktop or ho-hum gray concrete? Can you envision a red, orange, green or light khaki color driveway? Would you like a ...

Q: I had a new asphalt driveway installed back in the fall. It’s gorgeous, and I want to keep it looking that way. I was told not to seal it until the spring. Is that correct? Is it possible to put on ...