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Concrete Driveway

Driveway Paving, Repair,
and Replacement

Your driveway is the invitation to your home. It adds to your home’s curb appeal and when done well, it can even increase your home’s value. 

 

If you need a new drive way, look no further than Brockway Contracting! We’re fully bonded, licensed and insured, and we’ve been serving homes within a 100-mile radius of Watkins Glen, NY for the last 40 years.

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Driveway Options

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When it comes to driveways, there’s something for everyone. Your driveway can be unpacked or not. It can be decorative while being functional. You have a lot of options to choose from. These are the pros and cons of some popular choices. 

 

Gravel

Pros

  • Initial installation costs are low. 

  • Installation is quick. 

  • Available in different colors. 

Cons

  • Ongoing maintenance can be pricey. 

  • Not a good choice for snowy areas. 

 

Concrete

Pros

  • Low-maintenance

  • Durable

  • Versatile

  • Good for different climates

  • Affordable for the long-game

Cons

  • Not many color options

  • Not the most attractive

 

Pavers

Pros

  • Adds major curb appeal

  • A wide variety of design choices

  • Low-maintenance long-term

  • Long-lasting

  • No curing period

Cons

  • Can be pricey

  • Weeds can come through the cracks

  • Longer install time

  • Debris can get stuck in the cracks

 

Asphalt and Tarmac

Pros

  • Quick to install

  • Very durable

  • Neat, clean surface

Cons

  • Only one color

  • Gets very hot in the summer

  • Not environmental-friendly

 

Stone Setts

Pros

  • Extremely durable

  • Long-lasting

  • Low-maintenance 

  • Many design choices

Cons

  • Expensive

  • Loose stones can be hazardous

  • Hard to install

 

Reinforced Grass Paving

Pros

  • Environmentally-friendly

  • Appealing to look at

  • Stays cool in the hot months

  • Reduces stormwater runoff

Cons

  • Expensive

  • Doesn’t last as long

  • High-maintenance 

  • The surface can be bumpy

  • Can be prone to grow weeds

 

Brick

Pros

  • Appealing to look at

  • Durable

  • Recyclable

  • Easy to fix

Cons

  • Can be pricey

  • Hard to install

  • Requires regular sealing

 

Resin Bound

Pros

  • Low-maintenance 

  • Durable

  • Many design choices

  • Low cost

  • Quick installation

  • Good drainage

  • Environmental friendly - made from natural and sustainable materials

Cons

  • Can have staining

  • Can have color fading

  • Weeds and moss can grow through

 

Porcelain Paving

Pros

  • Low-maintenance

  • Easy to install

  • Resistant to water damage

Cons

  • Expensive

  • Hard to cut

  • Not appealing to everyone

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Patch, Resurface, or Replace?

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How do you know when it’s time for some repairs to your driveway? When it lacks function or style. Aside from being nice to look at, you want your driveway to do what it’s supposed to do. 

 

Patch

  • Small cracks or holes

  • Patching can prevent bigger problems

  • Easy and inexpensive

  • Can be a “band-aid” for a larger problem

 

Resurface

  • Damage on more than a quarter of the driveway

  • Can be cost-effective

  • Works great for driveways that are medium-age and in overall good condition

 

Replace

  • More than moderate damage, especially on older driveways

  • Long-term solution

  • Most expensive solution

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Contact Us About Your New Driveway Today!

If you need to patch, resurface or replace a driveway, contact us today to schedule your estimate!

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