Are you one of the 70% or more of homeowners in Australia with a car and needing a driveway, or looking to rebuild your old one? Or do you have a business or commercial building that sees regular vehicle traffic? Whatever the type of your property is, a concrete driveway gives your property the ultimate curb appeal!

​Concrete driveways increase both the aesthetic and the market value of your house, making them both stylish and functional. So it’s not just a driveway. The best thing is that apart from all these things, concrete driveways also provide you with a safe way to drive and park your car to your garage, as opposed to driving through loose soil, pebbles, or gravel.

Moreover, driveways don’t have to look dull and boring. You can add your own flair by having your concrete driveway painted or stamped. Inquire with Cropper Bros Retaining Walls for Concrete Driveway Contractors.

Concrete Compared to Asphalt and Other Materials

When we say what will be right decision or material for driveway, a lot of factors have to be considered, such as cost, maintenance, and sustainability. The most common options are concrete and asphalt, with some others being gravel, brick, cobblestone, and pavers.

In terms of cost, the cheapest one is gravel, and brick and pavers are on the more expensive side, with concrete and asphalt being in the middle of the range.

There is following characteristics of asphalt and concrete driveway;

• Asphalt is a much cheaper option than concrete when installing a driveway, but maintenance costs will run you up more money in the future, and will only last for about 30 years.
• A well-maintained concrete driveway being durable, versatile, weather-resistant, and least vulnerable to degradation can last you for up to 50 years

CONCRETE DRIVEWAYS

• A typical type of concrete used for driveways is made partly of gravel which is made stronger through the mixture, hence the higher price.
• Concrete is actually made up of different materials such as stone aggregates, water, and binder.
• With a good thorough scrubbing every now and then, and a proper sealing once a year, you can easily maintain and make the most out of your driveway’s lifespan.

Given all those factors, there are pretty much no cons and so many pros on why you should choose concrete when having your driveway constructed. We provide the best type of concrete and base for your property, whether it’s your home, business, or a commercial establishment. Selecting the proper concrete type, along with the best base and reinforcement, ensures that your driveway won’t just be looking tidy but also sturdy!

On the other end of things, concrete is also waterproof. Its rigid structure is highly water-resistant and does not deteriorate. This makes it a perfect choice for building submerged or underwater structures such as building foundations, underground rooms and facilities, offshore oil rigs, stonewalls along the shore, and many more.

Concrete is also impervious to earth and wind. It does not corrode easily and is not vulnerable to mould, insects, and other flora and fauna.

The properties of concrete make it extremely strong and durable, and able to last for decades. It requires little to no maintenance or upkeep. As long as it was cured properly during the construction stage, concrete will last a long time in prime condition. Its lifespan is three times longer than other common building materials such as wood.

Finally, some components of concrete can also be made with recycled materials such as industrial waste, making it an environment-friendly choice!

With all these amazing properties, concrete is truly advantageous in terms of usability as a building material. The possibilities with concrete are seemingly endless!

Entrance ways are often a place for ambient dining, entertaining visitors, or simply relaxing. When you do it right, it is a perfect place to find tranquillity and absorb the outdoors without getting too much dirt on your soles.

For a lot of homeowners, having a concrete driveway means sturdiness and resourcefulness. That is why concrete driveways have become popular over the past years.

​Durability

Even though all driveways need to be properly maintained and could last for a long time when done so, concrete driveway maintenance is more cost-efficient than maintaining wooden decks. Unlike wood, concrete does not have nails and screws that need to be checked in case it has loosened over time. It is also not prone to rot, mould, dirt, and vegetation unlike both wood and bricks.

 Versatility

Wooden ones can be pretty straightforward, while gravel and lime stones can be very limited when it comes to colour and finishing but when compared to other material options for a driveway, concrete has a variety of finishes you can choose from. That is why many have opted to use concrete. With durability and versatility combined, concrete porticos seems like the best option for a practical driveway.

Here are some of the ideas and design for Concrete Driveways in Brisbane!

1.  Fashioned Slab

Making it cohesive to your house design could pose a problem to some, but its neutral colour ways can sure match almost anything because even as simple as pour, even concrete can make your driveway feel stylish with the right space and angle.

2. Coloured Concrete

Adding colour can uplift your driveway from drab to fab if you find the usual concrete colours too boring, bringing some colour and mixing in some fun to your driveway is possible by using coloured concrete.

3. Connection from Indoor to Outdoor

Maximizing the indoor space to connect to your outdoor space make for good parties with guests who can chill both indoors and outdoors if you are a fan of big, open spaces, having a entrance that looks like an extension of your living space is very ideal.

4. Brick look-alike

Brick pavers sure look good but if you want to get the stylish brick finish without the hassle of loosened bricks and hard to clean driveway, opting for concrete stamped like bricks will do the trick. Bonus is, it probably will cost less than and is less likely to crack over time.

These are the points Cropper Bros Retaining Walls work on with love, dedication, and skills. We construct driveways exactly according to your rest of the interior and repair in line with the need of our clients powered by a quality guaranteed. Call Cropper Bros Retaining Walls to schedule an appointment with our design and build team today.