Driveways
Read more to plan, install, improve, maintain, or replace your driveway.
A Better Driveway Border
Belgian block edging keeps the pavement out of your yard, and vice versa.
How to Install a Permeable-Paver Driveway
Interested in upgrading to a permeable paver driveway? Read our step-by-step guide on how to plan this more eco-friendly driveway alternative.
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How to Build an Maintain an Asphalt Driveway for Your Home
It’s long-lasting and recyclable, and weathers extreme temperatures. Here’s what to know to get a great-looking asphalt driveway.
How To Extend a Driveway With Asphalt
Mason Mark McCullough helps a homeowner add an extra parking spot in their driveway to keep their vehicles off of a busy street.
5 Best Gate Openers (2024 Guide)
Automatic gate openers provide security and convenience by sliding or swinging your gate open for you. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best gate openers on Amazon.
How to Install Cobblestone Driveway Edging
Mason Mark McCullough helps a homeowner keep her driveway from washing away by replacing an old brick edging with big, bulky cobblestone.
How to Pour a Concrete Driveway
This Old House mason Mark McCullough helps a homeowner fix her driveway to make it safer and increase curb appeal.
How To Fix a Sinking Driveway Drainage System
Mason Mark McCullough helps a homeowner handle a sinking drywell forming a major depression in their driveway.
Melting Snow: Heated Driveway Systems vs. Portable Heating Mats
Heated driveway systems can make winter easier by melting snow as it falls. But what are the options, and how much do they cost?
The Best Ice Melt for Driveways
Mason Mark McCullough gives a basic overview of a few different ways to de-ice walkways and driveways during the winter, and how those deicers impact different types of masonry.
How to Seal a driveway in a Few Simple to Follow Steps
Driveway sealcoating protects concrete from the damaging effects of the sun, gasoline, rock salt, oil, and ice. Learn how it's done.
Planning Driveways and Sidewalks
Get an introduction to planning driveways and sidewalks. Learn about materials, maintenance, costs, and more.
Pet-Safe Ice Prevention: How To Keep Your Furry Friends Safe in the Cold
Prevent ice on your sidewalks and steps by pretreating with pet-friendly options, and learn tips to keep your pet happy in wintry weather.
How To Prevent Ice on Your Driveway
Preventing ice from building up on your driveway can prevent damage and dangerous accident. Read how to keep your driveway ice-free in our step-by-step guide.
Prevent Driveway Puddles with Pervious Paving
Install a driveway that drains water away by using pavers above gravel layers
DIY Pathways and Patios: A Comprehensive Guide
Update your patio, build a new walkway, or install a fire pit to ensure your yard is perfect for summer.
How To Install Ultra-Thin Exterior Lighting in 4 Simple Steps
Watch Ask This Old House master electrician Scott Caron install ultra-thin recessed LED lights on a garage to replace a broken floodlight.
Everything You Need to Know to Install a Channel Drain
This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner solve a driveway drainage dilemma by installing a channel drain.
How To Build a Grass Driveway
Learn how to create a durable, lush, eco-friendly grass driveway with This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook.
How To Repair an Asphalt Pothole
Ask This Old House landscaping contractor Roger Cook teaches a homeowner how to fill a pothole in an asphalt driveway to make it safe.
What To Put on Icy Steps, Stairs, and Walkways in the Winter
Prevent slippery surfaces in winter with four chemical-free products for your icy walkways, sidewalks, stoops, and garages.
How to Choose and Use a Snowblower to Keep Your Drive Clear
If you live in a snowy place, a snowblower is a great investment for both your time and your physical well-being. Learn more about them here.
How to Create a Low-Maintenance, All-Gravel Driveway
A chip seal paving technique can help homeowners achieve a classic driveway look that doesn't require much maintenance. Read more about how to install and maintain this driveway type in our guide.
How To Build a Decorative Driveway Marker: A Step by Step Guide
This guide on making driveway markers explains how to use stock lumber and some creative cutting to yield a charming new landmark.
How To Build a Driveway Apron
Looking for driveway apron ideas? Use paver mats made of concrete cobblestones to give your plain driveway a stylish makeover.
Stylish Paver Styles for Driveways, Walkways, and Patios
Pavers can make for handsome and durable driveways, paths, patios, and more. Learn more about each type and how to take care of them.
All About Concrete Pavers
When it's time for a new driveway or poolside patio, this easy-to-install option is tough, cost-effective, and surprisingly handsome. The TOH experts show you how to choose well for your next project
Pro Tips for Snow and Ice Removal
Here are some tips and tricks for safely deicing your driveway, walkways, and decks during the winter months.
Determining Which Driveway Surface is Best for You
In this guide, we walk you through the pros and cons of each driveway surface, from concrete, to crushed stone, to asphalt, to brick.
Digging Out Your Car? Don't Damage the Driveway
Handy tips for avoiding damage to your driveway when you're shoveling snow
Driveways That Drain Away
Our guide to porous, stylish alternatives to asphalt that divert water, preventing flooding, and filter contaminated runoff
How To Apply an Epoxy Coating to a Garage Floor
In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows the steps to creating a durable, stain-resistant garage floor.