October 2021

Have you ever thought of the value of your driveway? Day to day, your driveway is one of the most neglected parts of the home, knowing it is also one of the most used, despite the number of cars you have.

Yes, it is a part of your property that doesn’t get much attention but is highly valuable to your home’s curb appeal. Why?

Because it is the first thing people will notice from street view and when visitors come by. That’s why a tarnished driveway due to wear and tear is not appealing and will affect the value of your property.

Common driveway damage is when slits of cracks are getting apparent. These cracks, when unkempt, will grow into bigger damage over time and will become potholes. And like a domino effect, these holes will damage your car’s tires, exhaust, and suspension.

Driving over bumpy surfaces many times a day will cause more trouble to your car and the driveway.

How can you prevent this from happening? Why is your driveway an important part of your daily living?

Common Causes of Driveway Damage

Before making a move to fix your driveway, it is better to know the causes why it is prone to getting potholes and cracks.

Heavy foot and vehicle traffic

Driveway builts have a certain weight capacity, the same as when you pass through roads, highways, and bridges. Since your driveway is for local use, it has a certain limit and thickness. Heavy vehicles aren’t allowed to put too much stress on the surface as they could damage the integrity of the foundation. Most driveways have shallow concrete layers, and what’s beneath is not designed to bear heavier vehicles.

Water

Water pooling on potholes can seep into the bedrock of the driveway and will cause soil shifting. When the soil is softened by flooding due to drainage problems during heavy rains, it will cause the driveway to sink.

Use of chemical substances for de-icing

We know how useless a driveway is when it is full of snow, and it takes time to melt that all away. To speed up the melting, people use rock salt unknowing that this process causes the corrosion of the top layer of the driveway surface. Sometimes, chemicals are used for melting, which is more dangerous than when shovelled. The remaining chemicals will freeze again and when melt will seep into the ground.

Growth of tree on the driveway edge

There is nothing wrong with planting a tree. But make sure that there are no trees near the driveway because the roots will unearth the soil and cause big cracks on the surface. Plant bush or plants that do not grow big roots.

Weather

Weather is a natural phenomenon that you have no control of. What you have is control over your driveway by conducting yearly maintenance. We know that the driveway is vulnerable to extreme temperatures, not to mention natural disasters like earthquakes.

A severely damaged driveway is an eyesore and will decrease its functionality. Sometimes, poor installation is a major cause of damage. That is why it is important to hire reputable driveway fitters and licensed contractors for installation service.

In the meantime, you can do the following:

• Seal the cracks.
• Throw away broken slabs and have them replaced with a new one.
• For bigger damage, it is better to have a new installation or makeover.

For a driveway makeover, Bristol Driveway and Patio Pro are the ones to trust. We have the skilled people and the correct equipment to do the job. And we also tie up with construction supply companies to ensure that we don’t run out of materials.

Given the advancement of labour techniques, driveway installation takes faster than you could ever imagine. It can be done in a day given that all necessary documents have been processed.

Book your next repair with us or request a no-obligation quote on a new driveway project.

Learn more about concrete levelling, filling of voids, and discover other types of surfaces that also suit your home. 

For more information on their services, call us on 0117 290 0395. Visit us on Google: https://g.page/bristol-driveway-patio-pro. 

People movement has become limited with the surge of lockdowns and health restrictions brought by the recent pandemic. Families stayed at home, friends didn’t see each other for a long time, and work colleagues settled to work remotely.

Outdoor gatherings have been restricted to indoor spaces, which is the home.

Nevertheless, it is people’s nature to enjoy the sun and the outside world. And while restrictions are slowly easing down, the importance of outdoor living space wasn’t put on the back burner.

The concept of the outdoors, unbeknownst to many, is already found at home. You may be sick spending too much time at home. Why not spend your time outdoors “in your home?”

The Benefits of Patios

As you explore your property, you will find endless possibilities to kill the boredom from the effects of lockdowns. An outdoor living space, for example, is a worthwhile project you can think of if there is ample space left in your garden.

Your current landscaping can be improved better by considering adding a patio. A patio is a special place that can be built adjoining your home. It is an oasis for your family to fulfill the outdoors in any way you want.

Patios offer tremendous benefits. Let us take them one by one.

Top 5 Benefits of Patios

Relaxation

When you visit a friend’s house over a cup of coffee, the patio is commonly the first spot you land when the homeowner receives you. Sometimes, the patio not only serves as a regular shed but a place where good conversations happen. It is a great place to relax. With a patio, people can use it as an extended workplace when they feel burned by the monotony of their office space inside the home.

Party corner

Patios can serve as the main stage for parties at home. If you are holding a kiddie party, the patio can be that spot where you can place the implements of the event; sound system, party theme facade, food, etc.

Increased property value

Over and over again, any improvement you put into your property will help it level up in terms of value. First, materials used in building your patio are increasing every year. So, your patio’s value increases too. And as a package, your home’s worth will depend on how much appreciation value is set for the time it will be sold, in case you plan to resell it.

Privacy

More remarkable studies have found out that people with an outdoor space, thus, patio or garden, had healthier well-being than those without during the pandemic. An outside area, enabling one to see the view outside without being confined indoors, helps one be calm, relax, and have a sense of self-worth. The idea of staying outside the home improves the mood, relieving people from stress and anxiety.

This also shows that people with garden landscapes have healthier minds than those who do not have gardens and have cramped spaces at home.

Staying on the patio makes us happy.

Brings Out One’s Creativity

When given the chance to design your patio, there are endless designs that will come up. Patio installers from Bristol Driveway and Patio Pro have a showcase of inspirational patio designs you can try at your home.

It would be best if you considered what materials to use and what is available by your supplier. You can also play with colors and surfacing. You may try patio materials that are durable against warping and weathering and resistant to decay.

Weather, for one, is the number one enemy of outdoor space. So you have to be careful in planning and choosing. Ensure that the patio you are planning to add can withstand all kinds of damage from exposure to the outside.

Conclusion

With a beautifully designed patio, people will know that the selling price is higher than when there was no patio.

Perhaps you have many other reasons for wanting a patio. By allowing yourself to design your patio, you will improve your home’s aesthetics on a higher level because a personalised home space lets you enjoy life to the fullest.

Outdoor patios are popular today. If you want to add a patio or personalise the existing one, Bristol Driveway & Patio Pro will help you materialize that.