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08-12-18, 11:52 AM

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My house is 2 years old. I have a concrete driveway and notice there are some small pieces of concrete popping out where the joints meet. I want to repair these before they get worse. I have seen other driveways where homeowners repair them and the driveways look like they have the measles with white spots all over where they were touched up. Is there anyway or any product(s) I can use to repair these little holes so it also stops the holes from expanding and also not look like an eyesore? Thanks in advance.

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08-12-18, 01:21 PM

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There is no sure fire way to repair concrete, especially if you are in a freeze/thaw location.

Only possible repair is an epoxy based material.

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08-13-18, 09:19 AM

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We do live in a freeze/thaw location! I'll look for an epoxy based material. Thanks!

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