If sealing your asphalt drive is no longer sufficient to keep it in good shape, you may wonder whether resurfacing or replacement is the better repair option. “Resurfacing” – installing a new asphalt drive over an existing driveway of some type – is different from “sealing” the drive. Resurfacing is not usually as long-lasting as removing the old drive and installing new asphalt; however, since total replacement costs about a third more than resurfacing, many people will explore the resurfacing option for financial reasons. As in any repair, the amount of time and effort spent in preparation will determine how well the finished driveway looks and how long it will last. (Read more….)