FAQ: How To Repair Concrete Driveway Holes?

What do you use to fill holes in concrete?

1. Use a hammer and a cold chisel to level the bottom of the hole and undercut its sides slightly so the patch can’t pop loose.
2. Brush on a concrete bonding liquid,
3. Mix the concrete with water and scoop some into the hole.
4. To burnish the surface very smooth, use a steel trowel (shown) on the final few passes.

Can pitted concrete be repaired?

Fortunately the majority of pitting and spalling in a garage can easily be repaired and isn’t as bad as it can be for concrete that is outdoors. Generally for a garage, the depth of the damage is usually less than ¼” for spalling and ½” for some pitting. Many times it is less than that.

Can you pour new concrete over old concrete?

You can put new concrete over old concrete. However, unresolved issues with your old concrete, such as cracks or frost heaves, will carry over to your new concrete if not taken care of. In addition, you must pour it at least 2 inches thick.

What is the best concrete repair product?

Quikrete 10 lb. Vinyl Concrete Patcher is ideal for making smooth repairs to crack or chipped concrete floors, sidewalks or steps. It has strong adhesive properties allowing it to be applied down to a featheredge.

What is the best concrete crack filler?

The Top 7 Best Concrete Crack Fillers for 2021 are:

• Bluestar Flexible Concrete Crack Filler.
• EZR Hairline Crack Sealer.
• Red Devil Pre-Mixed Concrete Patch.
• PC-Concrete Two-Part Epoxy Adhesive Paste.
• DRYLOK Fast Plug Hydraulic Cement.
• Dalton Enterprises 35099 PLI-STIX.
• Damtite Concrete SuperPatch.

What is the best way to patch concrete?

1. Using a Chisel, Make the Crack Wider at the Bottom than the Top.
2. Clean Out the Debris with a Stiff Fiber or Wire Brush.
3. Fill the Crack with Patching Mix (also know as Vinyl Concrete )
4. Address Any Pop-Outs.
5. Wet the Surface and Apply a Concrete Bonding Agent.
6. Pack a Small Amount of Anchoring Cement into the Hole.

Does salt deteriorate concrete?

The answer is yes, salt does indirectly damage your concrete driveways, patios and sidewalks. Bumps and potholes don’t just appear due to regular wear and tear – salt damages concrete over time by causing corrosion to occur under the surface, leading to discolored, cracked and crumbling concrete.

What does spalling concrete look like?

Spalling concrete can look like round or oval depressions along surfaces or joints. Spalling tends to be most common in cold climates when de-icing chemicals are applied or when seasonal freeze-thaw cycles damage the concrete.

What causes holes in new concrete?

Problem:Small pop outs or holes that occur on concrete slabs are often the result of lignite or shale carbons that were in the sand when the concrete was mixed. When water penetrates and freezes, these particles expand more than water and pushes the top off of the concrete creating a small hole.

Can I resurface my concrete driveway?

Resurfacing involves concrete driveway repair, whereby the entire thing doesn’t need to come up. Instead, contractors can come in and address widespread damage by pouring a new layer of concrete over your existing driveway after removing the top layer. The result is a smooth surface that’s damage-free and intact.

What can I use to clean my concrete driveway?

Sweep the concrete surface, then spray the stained area with a garden hose to rinse away dirt. In a large plastic bucket, mix ½ cup of liquid dish detergent into 3 gallons of hot water. (Or, for the best results on tannin stains, use a powdered laundry detergent that’s advertised as being good at removing food stains.)