Both materials can give you a driveway that lasts for decades. The right choice depends on your budget, how you use the drive and how much upkeep you want to do.
Cost up front
Asphalt usually costs less to install per square foot, and it goes in faster. Concrete costs more, especially with color or stamped finishes.
Heat
Black asphalt absorbs heat and gets hot in summer, and it stays softer in extreme heat. Concrete is lighter and stays cooler underfoot, but it can be bright in the sun.
Repairs and upkeep
Asphalt is easy to patch and benefits from crack sealing and sealcoating every few years. Concrete needs less routine upkeep, but cracks and stains are harder to hide when they happen.
Lifespan
Well built concrete tends to outlast asphalt. A well built, well maintained asphalt drive still gives many years of service.
Not sure? Ask us to price both on the same estimate and compare.
