Quikrete Blacktop Driveway Repair Patch - On A Hill

The slope to my driveway was crumbling pretty bad so I decided to DIY some Home Depot Commercial Grade Quikrete Blacktop Repair. For a base I used 50 lb bags of All Purpose Quickrete Gravel. I show my approach and methods, as well as updates from 1, 3, and 14 days after install. Like, Comment, and SUBSCRIBE!!!
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[@ChrisJazzy]

If you don't plan on completely replacing the driveway soon, you should also consider sealing the driveway entirely with a latex-ite sealer just to bond everything together and make your repair even more durable, and less noticeable. I would recommend power washing or cleaning up all of the cracks as well, removing any grass, etc before you seal the driveway. Besides that, good job with the repair!

[@SKLIFEstyle]

Thanks! And thanks for the tip. I may make a few more repairs come spring and I will certainly keep that sealing in mind for afterwards.**SK**

[@ccitza]

Hi! I am considering doing this. how long after the repair patch should we seal the driveway?

[@ChrisJazzy]

@@ccitza Hi there, it really depends on the climate in your area. If temps are 45 and below, I would not recommend sealing, in fact, I wouldn’t recommend doing any patch work or repairs either with temps that low. You want to make repairs & seal your driveway when temps are above or between 55-70 degrees(please feel free to read manufacture instructions on the products you use/purchase) BUT this is all for the purpose of everything bonding and curing well. To answer your question more directly, I would seal the driveway 1 week after you have made your patches/repairs. My driveway is about 20x20ft, I didn’t have enough money to replace it so I personally did everything that I described above. Power wash and/or remove all grass/debris from cracks, perform all your repairs, seal driveway completely 1 week after. I apologize for the long response. Hope it helps! Good luck!

[@ccitza]

@@ChrisJazzy thank you so much for such a detailed quick reply! it just rain/snowed today here. will plan doing it in the summer

[@chrisryan8863]

Actually the only product on the market I am aware of for homeowners that can be sealcoated within a month afterwards is Aquaphalt. You can see videos on KZbin about that product and it the best product I know of (and have used) for patch work. It also immediately cures as hard as a rock within 30 minutes of applying it correctly. All the other bags of cold patch, such as the one you used, takes months before it is fully cured. If you sealcoat it too soon it will not allow the cold patch to cure and it will remain soft and tear up.

[@brucesummers7448]

The longest lasting and best way to repair damaged asphalt is with roofing tar sludge. It will fill any cracks and voids and when it hardens it is going to prevent any water from getting below the asphalt. It is water getting under asphalt that is resulting in cracks from vehicles being driven over it.

[@SKLIFEstyle]

Nice, appreciate that information. I will say this has held up 100% since I did it. I can co.plain but that is good to know.

[@doreenlanglois6247]

THANK YOU SO MUCH !! Your Video Was So Much Better Instructions And Explainable Without a Ton Of Babbling. I Was Confident Enough To Patch My Driveway Hole All By Myself After Watching Your Video, As I Was About To Give Up After Viewing Other Videos And Spend Money With a Contractor. So I Watched On Last Video Which Was Yours And I Am So Glad I Did. My Driveway Patch Came Out Fantastic Thanks To Your Help. Please Keep Doing Help Videos As Your Great At Instructing Help. Thanks 2 Thumbs Up, Doreen L.

[@SKLIFEstyle]

That's is so cool, thanks for the feedback Doreen, very happy to hear that it helped. Today has been one of those days, so your compliment was a real treat. You will be happy to know that my patch is still holding just as strong, so the same should hopefully hold true for you as well. I will probably do a follow-up video soon. Thanks again for watching. Be sure to Subscribe!

[@Cooper43642]

Nice. I love the laid back DYI attitude. Parts of my driveway look likes yours. Cheers.

[@SKLIFEstyle]

Thanks! Still holding up well, much better than I would have guessed too.**SK**

[@BraceDeville]

nice man... completely convinced me to DIY mine.

[@SKLIFEstyle]

Nice! Feel free to skip your workout for that day, but the final product is worth the effort. Also, it has held still and no sign of breakdown, which is impressive to me. **SK**

[@awakenspirit3277]

Hey! I had to do some backyard work myself today. I did use the sledgehammer to break the broken up concrete. Happy I saw this video today thanks!

[@SKLIFEstyle]

Haha, what a coincidence. Things always get interesting when the sledgehammer comes out lol. I spent today packing..taking a break before getting back at. ☀️ is no joke today.

[@awakenspirit3277]

@@SKLIFEstyle it is hot outside. Keep yourself hydrated bro

[@reaper121]

You do great work, I'm sure you with blacktop the drive later. Great instructions easy to follow FOR THE DIY

[@SKLIFEstyle]

Thanks. It's still holding strong fyi. Thanks for the feedback, be sure to Subscribe!

[@stonedoveexp3143]

Great job thanks for your video. Going to fix our warehouse drive .

[@SKLIFEstyle]

I may have to do another round on another spot this spring. That said, this one has still held up perfectly! I will probably do a follow up soon. Thanks for watching and your feedback. Be sure to Subscribe! And all the best on your project.

[@beyondimaginations3635]

Thanks bro, great video!

[@SKLIFEstyle]

Welc0me and thanks! Appreciate it if you would Subscribe and hit the Like button! Enjoy your Memorial Day weekend. **SK**

[@tinyhydrogreens1932]

Where I live the asphalt is getting as expensive as concrete. I got a quote of 13.4k for replacing the driveway with a new coat of asphalt. I plan to use your method to fix my driveway and save lots of money. It is not going to be pretty but is is going to be functional. Thank you for sharing.

[@SKLIFEstyle]

Yeah ours was def. Going to be over $10K. It's just a bit too much at thr moment. Happy this helped. I am sure I will be doing another spot or two next summer. And fyi this has still held up just as well as when it was laid, zero issues/worries.

[@patriciamiller7133]

I got a quote for $32,000 to excavate and haul away. And another using infra-red to recycle my existing ashphalt for $15,000. It's an 800 Sq. Ft. Driveway. I'm doing it myself! The labor charge is outrageous

[@patriciamiller7133]

Excellent video❤

[@SKLIFEstyle]

Thank you. The patch is still doing well. That said, I have another area nearby. I will have to probably repair come spring. Needless to say, I will be applying the same method to it!

[@crystalluke7510]

I’m Getting ready to tackle an almost identical situation as yours. I planned on using pea gravel but after seeing this the granite rock is by far a better choice as a base with the incline. While tampering down the blacktop I believe the pea gravel would have shifted a ton more making it a pain while smoothing out a nice incline. Your video is EPIC thank you. great knowledge much appreciated thank you😊

[@SKLIFEstyle]

I knew I couldn't be the only one with such a situation, thanks for the feedback, happy to know it's of use to folks. Happy to report it's still holding well too 😉. Best of luck on your project, be sure to Subscribe!**SK**

[@carriemaurer4363]

100%

[@ryobrown-mcclain805]

Great content! Thank you! Use a weed torch to speed up curing.

[@SKLIFEstyle]

Great tip, makes sense. If I take on another section this year I'll be sure to keep that in mind. Thanks for watching and the feedback, be sure to Subscribe! **SK**

[@paulhumphrey7299]

Thank you for the video. I have a very similar project coming up on my spring to do list. The video is very helpful and and instructional. I do hope the knife you used isn't one of the wife's kitchen knives. My Mrs. would want to skin me with it if I used hers LOL.

[@SKLIFEstyle]

That's great to hear, thanks for the feedback. Hope all goes well for your upcoming project. Lol, no I am wise enough to keep a couple old knives in the garage for those kind of tasks, otherwise I'd be in the same boat, haha. I may do some similar projects this spring as well so be sure to Subscribe! **SK**

[@michaelt1349]

Nice video! 🙂How is this patch holding up after about 1 year's time now?

[@patriciamiller7133]

I'm gonna do this.

[@user-bw3pk5dw9c]

A solid base is extremely necessary for a lasting repair, however don't go to thin on the asphalt. A minimum or 2 inches of asphalt is necessary for the repair to last.

[@claudge6377]

great job repairing that pothole! I'm curious how it is doing a year later

[@SKLIFEstyle]

It is still just as solid. All that prep and work was well worth it! I will probably rematch it myself before I handle another section which is a little to worn down after this winter. Thabks for watching and the feedback. Sure to to Subscribe! I'm sure I'll do a follow up video as I go to handle the next section.

[@tedmichaels1951]

Would’ve considered using a propane torch after laying the quikcreet to superheat it and maybe melt it all together. Then wait and seal it. Not exactly sure but that’s what I think I would’ve done.

[@SKLIFEstyle]

I've been wanting to pick up a propane touch anyway, so I guess that's my excuse now, for when I do another round. I have heard a similar comment or two, so it's probably not a bad idea. Thanks for the feedback. Be sure to Subscribe! **SK**

[@tasoftail]

Nice detail. Interested to know how long it took to fully set up? I believe you said after 2 weeks it was still a little soft.

[@SKLIFEstyle]

Thanks! It probably took me like an hour and a half if I don't account for filming, to rip up the concrete, clean up the edges, pack down the the rocks and then pack down the asphalt. Yeah, it was still soft enough to push with ya thumb and see a little movement, but with tires, it was like it was making huge divots at that point. To this day, it has held up just the same, no issues, no breaks in it. Thanks for the feedback. Be sure to Subscribe! And best of luck on your future project. **SK**

[@patriciamiller7133]

I filled big cracks with that material. I used a heat gun to force it to harden. It was cold weather so I gad no choice.

[@SKLIFEstyle]

How did that turn out, how long had it been?

[@chrissoden7939]

Heat it up put lime on it and let it dry you'll be good

[@KefirTView]

Can you torch the material to soften it up and further compact it? Good idea?

[@SKLIFEstyle]

I'm sure you could but it is really moldable right away, not sure it would really be necessary. I will say till this day it has held up exactly the same as when I finished. Mighty impressive.

[@beajbrow4230]

Man I'm in the process of doing my drive way and it has become a nightmare 😂😂😂😂😂 the stuff that goes on to of the asphalt won't stick it lifts up. I don't know to put rocks underneath the asphalt.

[@cam53113]

I have a little pothole the first one in my gravel driveway and my papa needs to fill it with asphalt patch or tar patch. plz RELPY

[@SKLIFEstyle]

I would think you would just repack the whole as I did with sand and then patch with more gravel. But if you really want it filled I would use this. Still holding perfectly, and probably much less messy than tar and will look more even with other gravel. Thanks for watching. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE!

[@BiggCope]

How is it holding up now? A year later.

[@SKLIFEstyle]

Just as good as week 1. Zero crumbling at the edges. It is grayish and not a dark rich black color but other than that, no issues.

[@eddyplyme3699]

Mamata you still work weather Houston

[@ezwa9979]

I 1dr if that quikrete(prounced quickrEt, with the quick rolling into Crete for concrete ‘s my gS), NEwA I wonder if it sticks to pavement without being in a crater? think of making a small water on 1 side gravL on the other - blocker - that’s basically a smurf sized sPd hump👋(that’s a word, bump if it’s human sized).. anyway ither that or auqua wat-cha-ma-call-it, 😯hU nOs?-

[@SKLIFEstyle]

I think it will stick, the surface should be cleaned well before putting it down. The way it has held up I would think it would last a long time that way but I can see it becoming brittle over time or coming loose. It's not really meant to be more than like a 2 inch layer and since it won't connect with anything on the sides, only thr bottom in your case it may allow it to become.loose quicker than it normally would. Hard to say for sure. Thanks for watching, be sure to subscribe.

[@ezwa9979]

Thanx - there are alot of varying opinions on weather or not blacktop asphault repair(designed specifically to attach to other asphalt), attaches to other asphalt - in an unknown world ✋👋(unknown wave position)

[@cedjulemckeever]

Instead of tamping could you drive over it with your car?

[@SKLIFEstyle]

Absolutely. I think I did that as well with a large plywood board. But I would recommend tamping. This thing has held perfectly since. To the point I would suggest buying a tamper.

[@user-bw3pk5dw9c]

Ps, The rest of the damaged asphalt needs to be replaced also. Don't cheep out. The rest will continue to deteriorate and you be making a second video called "repair part 2".

[@SKLIFEstyle]

Thanks for the feedback. This has still held up thankfully. I actually plan to do a follow up video soon. Though I think eventually we will fully re-pave (by a professional company) and even grade the driveway a bit differently.

[@Mandolin1944]

Sorry but this looks like a fail to me. That patch will be eaten out in a few weeks of driving or the first time in freezes?

[@SKLIFEstyle]

Actually, it has held exactly as it set. Nothing has chipped off, caved in, etc. I believe this will be the 2nd winter with it now, too. It worked even better than I hoped. Thanks for watching & commenting, be sure to Subscribe!

[@Mandolin1944]

@@SKLIFEstyle OK well proof is the results -- good work!

[@SKLIFEstyle]

@Mandolin1944 I may do a quick follow-up video soon because it is surprising how well it held.

[@TheSoloAsylum]

Roll it in with a car, back and forth and it's ready to use in 30 minutes.

[@SKLIFEstyle]

I did it at first when I tested it. But because it curves up there I wasn't sure how well the board trick would actually stamp it down, but still a good call guess it couldn't hurt.

[@2tallandcute4u]

How is it holding up a year later? It's now May 2024.

[@SKLIFEstyle]

Absolutely perfect, no different than the day after. I hope to do a follow up video soon. I may repair more of the driveway and will do the exact same method and materials.

[@Jt-hx2zr]

Wow, ur wasting ur time chief, u need a new driveway.

[@SKLIFEstyle]

Haha, kind of true. But I am sure many people are in a similar situation, so helps them to determine if it's worth it. But if money was no option we would def. have the professionals come lol. Don't forget to Subscribe! **SK**

[@BigBearHostel]

I did a patch like this 5 or 10 years ago and it's as solid as can be. Getting ready to do a few more. Use the money you save to invest. If you don't care about perfection will save tons of money doing it this way.

[@SKLIFEstyle]

@BigBearHostel couldn't agree more. Nice to hear it's still holding strong. **SK**