How to Fix Dips in Your Driveway with Asphalt Patch

🔧Cutting out the affected areas in the driveway is essential to creating a stable foundation for the patch.

💡Using a grinder equipped with a diamond blade makes the cutting process easier and cleaner.

🧹Before applying the patch, ensure the area is free of loose debris with a blower, broom, or shop vac.

🛠️If you don't have a grinder, you can use a chisel and hammer, though it will take longer.

🌡️It is recommended to apply the patch when the temperature is around 60 degrees Fahrenheit or higher for optimal results.

What tools do I need to fix dips in my driveway?

—Some essential tools include a grinder or chisel and hammer, a tamper, a shovel, a blower, broom or shop vac, and safety glasses.

How do I know the depth to cut out for the patch?

—You can use a board to gauge the depth. Ideally, there should be a 3/4 to 1-inch gap between the board and the driveway surface.

Can I use something other than a grinder to cut out the affected areas?

—Yes, a chisel and hammer can be used, but it will take longer to complete.

What should I do if I put too much patch material?

—Simply remove the excess material using a shovel or the backside of a trowel.

Can I apply the patch if the weather is cold?

—It is recommended to apply the patch when the temperature is around 60 degrees Fahrenheit or higher for better results.

00:00Introduction and overview of the video content.

00:36List of tools required for the job.

02:32Demonstration of marking the affected area on the driveway.

03:55Introduction to the use of a grinder with a diamond blade for cutting out the affected area.

07:27Demonstration of cutting out the affected area using a grinder.

08:31Introduction to chiseling out the area using an SDS tool.

13:19Demonstration of chiseling out the affected area.

17:07Introduction to preparing the base for the asphalt patch.

20:39Demonstration of applying the asphalt patch and tamping it down.

22:05Demonstration of final tamping and leveling of the patch.

26:21Demonstration of adding more asphalt patch material and tamping it down.

27:40Conclusion and final tips for a successful driveway patching.