Who this is for
This service is for homeowners with a concrete driveway that's cracked, pitted, spalled, or just looks worn, where the slab underneath is still structurally sound. It's not a fit for driveways that are heaved, badly sunken, or broken into shifting pieces, and we'll say so plainly if that's what we find.
What we do
- Driveway repair: patching spalled and pitted areas before resurfacing
- Resurfacing: a new, uniform wear surface applied over sound concrete
- Joint sealing: cleaning out control joints and filling them with flexible sealant to keep water out
- Sealer: a breathable sealer that helps protect against water and de-icing salt
Planning the project
Before we start, we look at the whole driveway, not just the most visibly damaged section, since cracks and joint failures in one area often point to the same issue elsewhere. We'll walk the driveway with you, point out what we find, and explain which parts need repair versus which parts just need resurfacing and sealing.
Signs a driveway needs more than a sealer
- Cracks wide enough to catch a shoe or let weeds grow through
- Chunks of surface popping off, especially near the edges or at the garage apron
- Control joints with the old sealant cracked, missing or pulling away
- A dull, dusty or blotchy surface even after pressure washing
Cracks vs. expansion joints
Not every line in a driveway is a problem. Expansion and control joints are built in on purpose to control where the concrete cracks as it shrinks and moves with temperature; a crack running through the middle of a slab, away from any joint, is a different issue and one we'll evaluate separately from normal joint wear.
Multi-car driveways and aprons
Wider driveways and the apron where the driveway meets the street often wear differently than the rest of the slab, since they see more turning traffic and heavier vehicle weight concentrated in a smaller area. We look at these sections separately during the estimate, since they sometimes need extra repair even when the rest of the driveway looks fine.
Protecting the work after it's done
- Keep vehicles off the surface until we tell you it's cured enough for traffic
- Avoid dragging heavy items like trash cans or trailers across a freshly resurfaced driveway
- Rinse off de-icing salt and road grime through the winter rather than letting it sit
- Reseal joints if you notice the sealant cracking or pulling away in future years
Why not garage epoxy on a driveway?
Indoor epoxy systems aren't built for what a driveway deals with: direct sunlight, standing water, vehicle traffic in all weather, and freeze-thaw cycles. Applied outdoors, epoxy can yellow, trap moisture underneath, and peel within a season or two.
Driveways need outdoor-rated resurfacing and sealing materials instead, which is a different system from what we install inside a garage, even though both start with similar prep work.
VDOT road salt and freeze-thaw
Richmond-area driveways take a beating from winter weather. Road salt tracked in from VDOT-treated roads, combined with freeze-thaw cycling, works into the concrete surface and speeds up pitting and spalling year after year.
A breathable sealer and properly sealed control joints help limit how much water and salt get into the slab going forward, which is why we include both in a resurfacing job rather than treating them as optional extras.
Process
- Assess the driveway for cracking, spalling, pitting and joint condition
- Repair damaged sections and clean out control joints
- Resurface the driveway with an outdoor-rated system
- Seal control joints with flexible sealant
- Apply a breathable sealer over the finished surface
How long it takes
Most driveway work takes one to a few days depending on size and the amount of repair needed, plus curing time before vehicles can drive on it again. Driveway work is weather-dependent: rain and cold temperatures can push the schedule back, and we'll keep you updated if that happens.
What it costs
Driveways are priced per project after a free on-site estimate, since size, condition, and how much repair and joint work is needed all affect the price. Check our cost guide for more detail on how pricing works, or reach out through contact to schedule a visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you resurface over oil stains?
Oil-stained areas usually need extra cleaning and prep before resurfacing so the new surface bonds properly. We'll check this during the estimate.
How long before we can park on the driveway?
This depends on the materials and weather conditions during the job. We'll give you exact timing for your driveway.
Will resurfacing fix a sunken section of driveway?
No, resurfacing adds a new top layer and doesn't correct a sunken or heaved slab. We'll point out if that's the case and discuss other options.
Can epoxy be used on a driveway instead?
No. Garage epoxy isn't built for sun, standing water and freeze-thaw outdoors. Driveways use outdoor-rated resurfacing and sealing systems.
Do you seal the joints as part of the job?
Yes, cleaning out and sealing control joints with flexible sealant is part of our driveway work.
What time of year do you do driveway work?
We schedule around the weather since the materials need dry conditions and suitable temperatures to cure properly.
Does road salt damage a resurfaced driveway?
A breathable sealer helps limit how much salt and water get into the surface, but we'll talk through maintenance expectations during the estimate.
Do you work on wide, multi-car driveways?
Yes, we handle driveways of any size and will walk the full surface during the estimate to plan repair and resurfacing accordingly.
Areas we serve: Richmond, Henrico, Glen Allen, Short Pump, Midlothian, Chesterfield, Mechanicsville, Ashland. All service areas