How Long Does an Asphalt Driveway Last in Shreveport?
A well-built asphalt driveway in Shreveport lasts 15–20 years or more with sealcoat and crack filling. Here is what shortens that and what you can do about it. Call (318) 216-6124 for a free look.
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Typical lifespan of a Shreveport driveway
Built on a proper stone base and sealcoated every two to three years, an asphalt driveway commonly lasts 15–20 years or longer. Built on a thin base, the same driveway can fail in five.
What shortens it here
- Clay that moves. Shreveport clay swells and shrinks; a thin base lets the asphalt crack with it.
- Water. Cracks let rain into the base, and wet clay gives way.
- Sun. Summer heat dries the surface and makes it brittle.
- Heavy vehicles. Trucks and trailers break edges and thin areas.
What makes it last longer
Sealcoating every two to three years, crack filling as soon as cracks appear, and keeping water flowing off the driveway. Those three things add years for a small cost.
When to repair, resurface or replace
Spot damage: repair. Aged surface on a solid base: resurfacing. Sinking, standing water or cracking everywhere: a new driveway.
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