Every house could use great curb appeal. When making improvements most people think about the siding of the house, or how good the landscaping looks, but often times one big “first impression killer” ...

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 ...

Sealing a driveway costs between $275 and $820 with a national average of $545. Cost factors for this project include driveway size, material, condition, and accessibility; sealant type, number of ...

When it comes to sealing their driveways, people make mistakes. Owners of asphalt driveways often seal them too frequently, and owners of concrete driveways don’t seal them at all, experts say.

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 ...

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 ...

Driveways should be sealed before fall while the weather conditions are still suitable. Sealing the driveway when the temperatures are below 55°F does more harm than good. Apply sealant before fall to ...

What would you say if I told you your driveway doesn’t need to be boring blacktop or ho-hum gray concrete? Can you envision a red, orange, green or light khaki color driveway? Would you like a ...

Sealing your driveway may seem like a bothersome chore, but its benefits are significant. First, a regular coat of sealer can extend the life of your driveway by protecting it from damage caused by ...

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 ...