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TASK NO. 044 Cosmetic

Repair a driveway crack

Exterior & Roof
Trigger
As cracks appear
Who does it
DIY
Est. time
30-60 min
Est. cost
$15-30
Difficulty
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Step by step
  1. Clean the crack with a wire brush and remove loose debris/vegetation.

  2. For cracks under 1/2 inch, use a pourable asphalt or concrete crack filler.

  3. For wider cracks, use a backer rod before filling.

  4. Smooth the filler level with the surrounding surface using a trowel.

  5. Let cure fully (check label) before driving or walking on it.

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