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Yard

Seal the asphalt driveway

Every 3 years, in July.

What to do

Clean it, fill any cracks, and roll on an acrylic-based sealer on a warm dry stretch.

Why it matters

Sealed asphalt sheds water instead of letting it into the base, and freeze-thaw on a wet base is what breaks a driveway up.

Where this comes from

Habitat Studio p.10 — "periodic sealing of the asphalt surface (every two to five years) with an acrylic-based sealant is recommended".

Catch it while it’s still maintenance.

Domisura keeps this schedule for your house — dated to when things went in, and reminding you when each task comes round. The record stays with the address when you sell.

Start a record for your home

General guidance, not professional advice. For gas, electricity, structure or water, get a qualified trade.