Cleaning and Repairs
Winter Driveway Care: Frost, Salt and Snow
Frost and de-icing salt can shorten a driveway’s life. A few simple habits help it through the winter.
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Clear snow gently
Use a plastic shovel or soft brush. Metal blades can scratch and chip surfaces.
De-icing
Rock salt can damage some surfaces, especially concrete, stone and weak edges. Sand or grit gives grip without chemicals.
Frost and water
Water in cracks freezes and expands. Seal cracks and keep drains clear before winter.
Surface specific tips
Check what your installer recommends for resin, block paving, stone and tarmac. Avoid harsh chemicals on resin.
Spring check
After winter, sweep, clean and check for new cracks, sunken blocks or loose edges. See driveway repairs.
Related paving services
Driveway Repairs
Potholes, cracks, sunken areas and broken edges repaired in tarmac, resin, concrete and block paving.
Driveway and Patio Cleaning
Moss, algae, weeds and stains removed from drives, patios and paths, with sealing if you want it.
Driveway Drainage
Channel drains, soakaways and correct falls that keep water off your drive and away from your house.
Paving Sealing
A protective sealer that locks in joint sand, deepens colour and makes block paving and concrete easier to clean.
Winter Driveway Care: Frost, Salt and Snow: FAQs
Is rock salt safe?
Use sparingly, if at all. Grit is safer for most surfaces.
Does frost damage new driveways?
Poorly laid or undrained ones, yes.
Can I use hot water?
It can refreeze into ice. Not recommended.
More advice from the blog
How to Clean Block Paving
Block paving can look as good as new after a proper clean. The trick is to do it without washing out the joints.
How to Stop Weeds Growing in Paving
Weeds need seed, soil and moisture. Take those away and your paving stays clear for longer.
How to Remove Oil Stains from a Driveway
Oil stains look worse than they are, and many can be lifted if you act quickly and use the right method for your surface.
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