When it comes to your driveway, you’ve got a lot of choices to make. We’ve already talked a little bit about pavers, but there’s a lot more to consider. We’ve worked with driveways for a long time, so we know that pavers are the best. However, you should also know about your other options. Some of the materials on the market are brick and gravel, but you’ll often see asphalt and concrete when you don’t see pavers.

A lot of people get asphalt and concrete mixed up, but they’re very different. Asphalt is basically cement in a liquid form that’s made with bitumen, sand, and tone. It’s heated up to a liquid form and transported to your home for installation. Once it dries in about 24 hours, it’s done. The entire process is fast and pretty inexpensive. It may not last as long as some materials, like concrete, but it expands out to fill larger spaces for a lower cost. Asphalt doesn’t have the longevity of concrete, which means that you’ll also be dealing with more repairs than other materials. The quality of your asphalt can also vary between manufacturers, which can all affect how it gets installed.

While asphalt and concrete are both mixtures, concrete is made with cement, gravel, and water. It’s sturdier because it also gets support from steel or rebar. As you might imagine, concrete is built to last, though it doesn’t have many visual options. Still, knowing that your driveway can make it 30 years with proper maintenance gives peace of mind. Concrete doesn’t make a lot of noise and it’s smooth, but it can crack over time with freezing and thawing. While it does need maintenance every now and then, it doesn’t need as much attention as other materials. You’ll want to know about the cons, though, because concrete takes longer to install. Compared to things like asphalt, it also costs more to repair because of how concrete works. 

Our top recommendation is always pavers, which can be made with concrete or brick. They’ve got superior durability compared to most materials available. If you need repairs, paver driveways in Leander, TX can be fixed in parts of we can just replace one or two pavers. As a material, they can cost more up front, but they’re great for your home’s curb appeal. With so many options for aesthetics combined with the other benefits, our customers are always satisfied with their paver driveway!

Signature Pavers knows all about pavers, which is why we can install them in a number of areas around your property: 

1. Outdoor kitchen
2. Patios and pool decks
3. Creating a path through your garden
4. So much more!

Feel free to talk to our experts about your paver driveway or ask any questions when you call us today at 512-781-6441! While you’re at it, go ahead and schedule your free estimate!