Your Driveway Is Quietly Falling Apart — Here’s How to Stop It The most important driveway maintenance tips every homeowner should know: Seal regularly — concrete annually, asphalt every 2-5 years, brick pavers as needed Clean stains fast — motor fluids can penetrate up to a quarter inch into concrete Repair cracks immediately — small cracks become expensive potholes fast Skip the rock salt — use sand, calcium chloride, or eco-friendly alternatives instead Protect your edges — keep heavy vehicles off the perimeter Manage water runoff — direct downspouts away and clear drainage paths Inspect twice a year — spring and fall are the best times to catch damage early Your driveway is one of the first things people notice about your home.