Common Driveway Drainage Problems and Solutions

Did you know that water is one of asphalt's biggest enemies? While it may be a refreshing drink for us, water left standing on your driveway can cause cracks, potholes, and premature deterioration. If you notice puddles and pools forming after every rainstorm, this indicates a serious drainage issue.

Here are three common reasons for driveway drainage problems, and a few things you can do to correct them.

Improper Driveway Slope

The most effective weapon in combating driveway drainage problems is a healthy slope. Ideally, your driveway should be sloped slightly away from your home so that rainwater washes into the street or another designated drainage area. If your driveway isn't properly sloped, it may need to be graded by a professional contractor.

Poor Downspout Placement

Gutters play an important role for the home: protecting it from water damage. The sole purpose of the gutter system is to direct rain water away from your home and foundation. Unfortunately, many downspouts are emptied directly onto driveways, where the water can have an equally devastating effect. Use a downspout extender to keep water as far away from your home (and driveway) as possible.

Surface Damage

If your driveway is covered in cracks and potholes, it provides crevices for water to collect in. It also creates an easier path for water to infiltrate the foundation of your driveway, where it can begin to deteriorate the base. The best way to fix this problem is to patch all of your cracks as soon as they form, and sealcoat your driveway every few years.

In addition to these solutions, supplemental drainage components – such as trench drains – may need to be installed. If you live in Connecticut and suffer from any of these driveway drainage problems, give the paving experts at Roccie's Asphalt a call at 888-88-ROCCIES.

Common Causes for Driveway Drainage Problems

Do you experience standing water and puddles in your driveway after every rainstorm? Driveway drainage issues are a common complaint among homeowners; not only is it an inconvenience, standing water can break down the surface of your driveway and cause the asphalt to deteriorate prematurely.

Here are three of the most common reasons for driveway drainage issues, and what you can do to fix them.

Lack of a Drainage System

The most common cause for driveway drainage issues is not having a drainage system to begin with. Common drainage solutions include trench drains, which are grated openings similar to sewers, and porous asphalt, which naturally allows water to run through it and drain into the ground below. If you don't currently have a drainage system, installing one is easier during a complete repaving, but they can also be implemented into your existing driveway.

Uneven Driveway

The slope of your driveway plays a key role in how effectively it can drain water. If you have an uneven surface, water will run down from high spots and puddle in the low spots. Another factor is the slope of the area around you – it is much easier to drain water when you live on top of a hill than it is when you live on the bottom of one. If you have an uneven driveway, the best thing to do it contact a paving contractor to resurface it.

Surface Damage

If the surface of your driveway is ridden with cracks and potholes, it will give rainwater a place to collect. To make things worse, it also gives the water easier access to the foundation of your driveway, where it can freeze and expand during cold weather to further worsen the damage. Prevent this by patching all cracks and holes immediately and sealcoating your asphalt driveway every 2-3 years.

Are you experiencing driveway drainage problems on your New York or Connecticut property? Help is just a phone call away with Roccie's Paving! Whether you need a drainage system installation, a resurfacing, or anVisit our website to learn more about our services or call us for a free estimate at 1-888-88ROCCIES.

entirely new driveway, we can provide you with a professional-quality job at a reasonable rate.

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April Showers Are Coming. Is Your Driveway Ready?

We've all heard the saying – April showers bring may flowers. But if your home doesn't have adequate drainage, they could also bring flooding, water damage, and the premature deterioration of your asphalt driveway.

Spring is a little late to arrive to the Northeast, but it will be here before you know it, and so will the rainstorms. When the weather gets wet, you want to know that your home and yard are protected from the dangers of improper draining.

Drainage issues can be caused by a variety of problems, both natural and man-made. We often come across poorly-paved driveways with improper pitches which inadvertently funnel water into valuable areas of people's yards or basements. An example of a natural problem is a slope or hill on your property which wasn't accounted for at the time the home was built – this issue is particularly common in older homes.

If you notice water puddling and pooling on your driveway every time it rains, it could be a warning sign for potentially serious problems ahead. New York and Connecticut residents can count on Roccie's Asphalt to craft a drainage solution that works for their needs. Our professional consultants will arrive at your home, carefully analyze your entire drainage area, and present a custom-made solution specific to your property.

Spring is coming fast – don't wait until it's too late! Protect your home against flooding and other drainage issues, call Roccie's Asphalt today at 1-888-88ROCCIES.