One of the best attributes of a decorative concrete driveway is how little maintenance and routine care it will need over its lifetime. But no driveway paving material—including concrete—is truly maintenance-free. Here are some of our tips for preserving the life and appearance of your driveway.

Clean and reapply sealer as needed:

Cleaning your concrete driveway on occasion and keeping it sealed are the best measures you can take to keep it looking its best. How often you clean and reseal will depend on the weather conditions the concrete is exposed to and the amount of vehicle traffic it receives. Generally, you should reseal a concrete driveway every two years or so, or when the finish begins to show wear. Good commercial sealers are available from concrete material suppliers and hardware stores. Or give us a call at Red River for some of our recommendations. Always apply the sealer according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Remove stains immediately:

While a sealer will help to protect concrete from stain absorption, it’s still a good idea to remove oil, gasoline, grease and other spills as soon as possible. If the concrete does discolor, pressure washing and certain cleaning chemicals will remove most stains.

Heavy loads:

Although concrete is one of the most durable paving materials for driveway construction, the typical residential driveway isn’t engineered to support heavy vehicles (like a huge moving van) and large construction equipment. Use caution and discretion when situations call for excess load on your driveway.

With proper the proper care, your driveway will remain attractive and structurally sound for years to come. Please feel free to give us a call at Red River Contracting with any questions regarding the care and maintenance of your driveway investment.