As a Spokane native who's been resurfacing driveways for over 15 years, I've seen this story play out hundreds of times across our neighborhoods – from the South Hill to the Garland District. Our brutal freeze-thaw cycles don't just damage concrete; they destroy poorly installed surfaces year after year, turning what should be a 20-year investment into an annual headache. According to the National Weather Service, Spokane experiences an average of 44 freeze-thaw cycles per year – one of the highest rates in the Pacific Northwest – making proper concrete installation and sealing absolutely critical for long-term durability.
Before we apply a single layer of new concrete, we thoroughly evaluate your existing driveway's foundation integrity. In Spokane's clay-heavy soil conditions, settling and frost heave are common culprits behind surface cracking. We identify and address these underlying issues first – repairing foundation cracks, improving drainage around your driveway's perimeter, and stabilizing any areas affected by our region's seasonal ground movement.
This step separates professional resurfacing from simple overlay work. While other contractors might slap new concrete over damaged foundations, we ensure your resurfaced driveway has the stable base it needs to withstand decades of Spokane's temperature swings.