Concrete Driveway

A concrete driveway is known for its toughness, life span and flexibility. If done right (appropriately and to code as we do as a concrete contractor), this material requires negligible upkeep while keeping weed development under control, making it looking great for quite a long time to come. Concrete can likewise withstand more environmental issues of the changing seasons which results in a distinct advantage for property owners in the St. Catharines area.

Furthermore, with concretes tremendous ability to include patterns, textures or colors, it has the ability to add incredible style to a property. All of this adds to the overall curb appeal and value of a home. Albeit concrete driveways may cost more to than asphalt, its usability timeline can be upward of 25 years, making the initial costs definitely justified.
With K.R.S. Concrete Construction and our years of experience and 5 star reviews you can be sure that we seek to make every project a long lasting one.

Maintenance

The time saving feature of a concrete driveway is a must, after all – there is virtually no maintenance needed to be performed which also saves on your bottom line.

Comparing to an asphalt driveway its resealing involves an investment in your both your time and money in order for it to continue looking like it did when first poured.

Durability

People typically know concrete by its weight which is actually one of its many strengths which is why it’s one of the most sought after building materials. The abuse that concrete can take is by far the champion if compared to asphalt.

The quality of workmanship makes the difference as some driveways have a lifespan over 25 years.

Appearance

The finishes available for concrete only adds to how impressive this material is as asphalt does not have any features other than typically being black. Concrete can be polished, stamped concrete, edged, broom finished, salt finished, pigments or even stained.

A home owner who greatly appreciates a custom look which accentuates a property will more often than not choose concrete over asphalt.