Stormwater management is the process of controlling and directing rainwater runoff to prevent flooding, erosion, and water pollution. Driveways play a significant role in stormwater management. Sealing your driveway can improve stormwater management and protect the driveway.
- Controlled Runoff: When a driveway is sealed, water flows more predictably across its surface. This allows homeowners to direct runoff towards proper drainage systems rather than letting it pool in low spots and cause damage.
- Waterproofing and Crack Prevention: A sealed driveway creates a smooth, impermeable surface that prevents water from seeping into cracks which helps to reduce the risk of erosion and structural damage caused by water infiltration.
- Pollution Containment: Sealing helps prevent oil, chemicals, and debris from penetrating the driveway’s surface. Instead of soaking into the material, these pollutants remain on the surface, where they can be cleaned up before a rainstorm washes them away.