When it comes to installing a new driveway, you just can’t beat a material with over 2000 years of history behind it. Having been developed by the Roman Empire, concrete has become one of the most used materials to use for a driveway. In today’s article, we want to give you 5 reasons why you should consider using concrete for a driveway project.
Concrete is versatile and aesthetically pleasing.
Drive by any home in Oakland Township that has a newer concrete driveway and the first thing you will notice is that looks clean and lightens up your home and property. Concrete comes in a variety of colors, textures, and design styles. Homeowners have the option of choosing from a classic broom or swept finish to something more creative such as exposed aggregate or stamped concrete.
New Concrete Driveways Increase Home Value
Are you considering selling your home soon? Having a newer concrete driveway not only improves the curb appeal of your home but also increases re-sale value and attracts more potential buyers. Some estimates indicate that a new concrete driveway can add 5-10% to the purchase price of your home. If your concrete driveway is in poor condition, not only will it negatively impact the curb appeal of your home, but the buyers could submit a much lower price. Buyers see a settled concrete and may begin to wonder about the home’s foundation too.
Concrete is durable.
Concrete driveways will pass the test of time and when properly installed, should last the homeowner between 30-40 years. Concrete is far more durable than other driveway materials such as asphalt or gravel. Concrete provides a long-lasting, sturdy solution with very little maintenance other than giving your driveway a good scrubbing with a hose and stiff brush for the occasional degreasing or applying a sealer to help protect the concrete from the elements and de-icing products.
Snow removal is easier with concrete.
As we all know, winters in Michigan can be unpredictable. But when it comes to snow removal, concrete driveways make for a much smoother shoveling job and creates a far better surface for a snowplow when compared to a bumpy asphalt driveway or a brick paver driveway where the pavers have started to heave due to the freeze-thaw cycle.
Concrete is easier on the environment.
Some consider concrete a green building material since it’s made up of rock grounded up into a fine powder. Some concrete contractors even use recycled materials when mixing the concrete. Another added benefit is your old concrete driveway can be recycled as well.
Concrete Contractor Servicing Oakland Township, MI
We are a family-owned business with over 30 years of experience pouring concrete driveways not only in Oakland Township, but across Oakland and Macomb counties. Our crews are professional and experienced with pouring commercial and residential concrete driveways. If you are searching for a concrete contractor that has plenty of experience pouring residential concrete driveways in Oakland Township, give us a call today! We can be reached at 248-379-0250.