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Many homeowners today are looking for ways to increase the longevity of their property and exterior surfaces. With home costs down and the costs of materials and home repairs up, it only makes sense to maintain what you own. Proper maintenance will not only increase curb appeal but can add value to your home as well.

Concrete is one of those surfaces that can definitely add curb appeal and value but can decrease it if it is not maintained properly. Concrete surfaces like driveways, in a general sense, do not have to be sealed or protected to perform well. As a matter of fact, a concrete driveway will last for years without being sealed, but once it begins to deteriorate it can be too late to stop it. Sealing a cement driveway is not hard and is something you can do on a weekend or hire a contractor to do.

There are many reasons to seal a concrete driveway, but one of the main reasons is to extend the life of your concrete and to keep it looking good for many years. Here are some other great benefits of concrete driveway sealing.

• Increases the concrete’s longevity
• Improves appearance and curb appeal
• Adds to the value of your home
• It is fairly inexpensive and easy to do
• Reduces spalling, flaking, and cracking
• Protection from oil spills and other stains
• Mold and mildew resistant

Besides the added benefits of sealing a concrete driveway, there are also negative effects that occur when concrete is not sealed that should be taken into consideration. Like anything else that is subjected to the elements, concrete can begin to fail prematurely.

Oxidation from the sun can begin to break down the concrete causing it to age more quickly resulting in chips or flakes breaking from the top surface. In colder climates, moisture that penetrates the concrete can freeze and thaw continuously causing the concrete to shift, crack, and even heave or buckle. Mold and mildew can build up on concrete that has not been sealed.

The good news is these situations can be reduced dramatically by simple driveway sealing. A high-quality concrete sealer will lock out moisture so freezing and thawing will not damage it. A driveway sealer will also block the sun’s harmful U.V. rays and protect the driveway from oil spills and stains.

For the fairly inexpensive cost of sealing a driveway, it is certainly one of the best bangs for your buck when it comes to home improvements. A quality cement sealer will keep your concrete drive looking new and performing well for many years to come.

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As an article and comment contributor to the site, Scott has been around the pressure washing industry since attending college. In 1993, he started his first company called Oakland Pressure Wash, specializing in exterior pressure washing and concrete/brick paver sealing. That company evolved into OPW L.L.C. shortly thereafter, concentrating more on exterior wood and concrete/paver restoration. Scott and his Pressure Cleaning Michigan company have restored over 10,000 projects in the Metro Detroit area since the early years. He has become an authority in the concrete and brick pavers restoration industry and has contributed to numerous forums and informative sites. All the products he suggests through this site are sold online and in retail stores, allowing consumers to choose their means of purchase. Scott’s eCommerce sites sell many of the top brands he endorses, and if you appreciate any of the help he has offered, feel free to purchase from one of them.

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