An unsealed concrete driveway starts to deteriorate as soon as it becomes dry. Sunlight, humidity, extreme temperature, carbonation and rainfall can cause damage rapidly. In addition to the environmental aggressors, there are other elements such as vehicle traffic, transmission leakage and oil that can reduce the lifetime of unsealed concrete driveways.

There are some advantages of sealing concrete driveways. However, there are a few disadvantages as well.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Sealing Concrete Driveway

If you are an owner of a home or business, you should know that exterior appearance is important. It is essential to maintain driveways in case you like to enhance the resale value of your property. By sealing your driveway, you can enjoy the following benefits. 

Advantages:

Resisting Humidity and Moisture: Moisture causes cracks in the concrete driveways. Once there is a crack in the driveway, it may become worse further over time.

Preventing Hard Staining: Cars staying parked in the driveway leak chemicals sometimes. It can create a stain that may not be easy to remove.