Dear Jerry: I always read your Saturday columns and find them interesting and informative. We had our asphalt driveway replaced last October with just a #1 dense binder. So, it is time to seal the ...

Q: Do I really need to seal my driveway, or is that a racket? And can I do it myself? A: There is considerable debate about whether it’s truly necessary to seal asphalt or concrete driveways, but ...

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 ...

An asphalt driveway is an investment that's well worth protecting. A little time spent patching and sealing can extend the life of the blacktop and improve the curb appeal—and value—of your home.

Use the soap nozzle on your power washer or a garden hose applicator to apply the driveway cleaner. Then scrub the entire driveway with a stiff-bristle push broom. Even if you think your driveway is ...

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 ...

Blacktops can be a gray area. Although a consensus can be found on many construction topics — LED bulbs are more efficient than incandescent ones, hickory is harder than poplar — the question about ...

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 ...