How to Replace your Entire Driveway (Complete Tear Out and Repave)
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- Опубликовано: 24 апр 2024
- Learn how to repave your driveway, including digging out the old driveway, laying down stone for a good sub-base, grading, leveling, and compacting that stone, and finally laying down fresh hot mix asphalt. This new asphalt driveway came out amazing and I cannot wait to use it to make more videos!
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Thank you Platinum Paving for doing a great job on the driveway. The owner is a fan of my channel and I appreciate him putting down his best driveway possible!
www.platinumpavingnj.com/
0:00 Intro how to replace a driveway
1:57 Dig up old driveway with skid steer
3:50 Straighten driveway edges
4:37 Level driveway sub base
6:02 Fix damaged sidewalk
7:02 Compact sub base
8:21 Putting down hot asphalt
10:18 Compacting asphalt
11:24 How much did a new driveway cost
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Sorry for the lack of content recently. Life happens… I got the driveway redone so I couldn’t film for a few weeks and then I went looking for houses in another state and got sick so I had to quarantine for another 3 weeks until I got a negative result. But now I’m all better and back at making new videos so stay tuned! Thank you for the support!
It's fine
No problem, we will support u no matter what
I was a fan when I was 3
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Don't sweat it 😁
convinced chris can fix anything 🤯
So true
Also RUclips one minute ago 😮
Yes he can
I wish chrisfix could fix youtube
oh its youtube lol
just here so i can comment early so my reply doesn't get buried
I’m convinced Chris’s style of recording, editing, and constant voiceover is why his videos are always so fun to watch. I couldn’t care less about laying down asphalt but I still watched the entire video without ever feeling bored or uninterested!
😂😂😂
He cracked all he algorithms.
Same lol 😝
i agree, it feels like a documentary or HGTV or something lol
some videos are way too long and its sometimes annoying how he explains every little thing like to a toddler
The cost was less than I thought. I thought it would’ve been at least $10k. Definitely worth the $6k! And it’ll last at least 20 years. Looks great!
Agreed!
@@chrisfix had to dig up his driveway and put a asphalt machine pave over his driveway looks nice and new
company did a AAA PLUS job. reminds me of the good old days@@chrisfix
Like people have stated, it's crazy you can get this precise work for 6,000$ and completed in just 4 hours. This is unheard of in most parts of the world. Usually where I live the same process is never completed this quickly, On average such things take DAYS yep DAYS not hours. These guys did a stellar job and this coming from someone who used to prep ground for asphalting and sometimes involved in asphalting as well.
The right tool for the job is what makes it quick as well as their experience
These guys had the works though compared to other companies, that is for sure. Quite a few staff plus the big machinery to speed up the process. The guys I hired to do my driveway definitely took longer but they also didn't have a giant asphalt rig.
Likely should have let the base dry before laying the Asphalt. I'd have given it at least a warm afternoon to cure before vapor locking the hmac. Also spraying down the fresh lay is not best practice. Other than that the end product looks good and a great price. Would not recommend putting that screed on the base either but hey the owner was ok with it! Great video, impressive commentary
In germany thing s like this cost u a fortune and takes almost a decade fr
@@The.Mr.M Giving the base more time makes sense to me, but why wouldn't you want the screed on the base?
As an Asphalt Contractor, 6k is a very good deal! They did quality work start to finish and did not skip any steps!
Same, I was thinking this would be at least 10k. Excellent job and a good price.
Sounds like a good deal indeed but do you think "Average Joe" would've gotten that price?
@@AndersPack I would like to think that it wasn’t just for “free promoting” but you could be right. “Platinum Paving” was all over this video 😂
Skipping steps is less likely to happen when everything is being recorded.
they probably let chris promote their company on his channel for a discount.
From fixing cars now Chris is teaching us to repair driveway!!!! Legend!
I had to wait a while before I could film again on the driveway so I wanted to share the process. I figured most of us will be working on a driveway and one day you might need one so now you know!
He also shows us how to fix boats on his other channel ChrisFish
He ain't teaching shit 😂😂😂 he dead ass recording others working and making content off of them which is weak af
and boats too. i appreciate the work you put in these videos. keep it up man
@@chrisfix so basically what your teaching us is to hire workers to fix our driveways 😂😂😂 pretty common sense but ok
Holy crap! 6k for that? And 4 hours?? That's incredible! Great team, and thank you for sharing. We need it done too. I don't know if we could find such a good crew for that price but this helped me conceptualize the work.
I've been doing concrete and paving all my life and Chris just explained it better than I ever could
Your parents must love how well equipped you are to repair anything, and help other people by recording it
He didn’t do the work man… he paid people to do the work. He just recorded and narrated the process.
@@goldwolf0606 I wasn't really talking about like this specifically, I was just saying he always seems to know how to repair things in the right way. And in this yes he did have others do it but he helped a lot of people by showing the process and cost of doing a project like this
@@goldwolf0606 who pissed in your coffee
@@bunkbed16 Biden.
@@Back_door_bandit_98 dont bring politics into this conversation
Hi Chris. Driveway looks good. Been doing asphalt for 30yrs so this will sound picky. But the reason why there’s rock pockets near the garage and by the concrete walkway they cut is because they too too long to compact the asphalt right away. When you spread by hand or rake and shovel by hand you end up separating the sand and rock in the mix and end up with segregation. So you have to compact that area right away before it loses heat. In this case they should have had the plate compactor ready to go and start once there was room. Anyhow some future advice would be to seal your driveway, doing that will prolong the life but also hide any imperfections on the driveway. I just stumbled on to your channel and I’m really enjoying your content. It’s really helped me out a lot. Thanks for the Tips !!
Thanks for sharing!!! That’s awesome info and thanks a lot man!
I used to work in asphalt and these guys did a great job
Wow, it's hard to believe that only took 4 hours. Just goes to show how hard these guys work and how well they've mastered their craft. Amazing stuff.
@@TheClamy8911 pretty sure a driveway that holds 6 cars pretty easily wouldn't be considered tiny by most folks. calm down.
@@swojtowicz Exactly, my driveway can only hold 2
@@TheClamy8911 good job on following up with an even more ignorant reply.
@@TheClamy8911 Congrats man. no one cares:)
@@TheClamy8911 I find it hard to believe that a grown man who plays Fortnite and Minecraft dungeons on his spare time owns an asphalt and concrete company
It doesn't matter what you do for work as long as you take pride in doing it. These guys made this look easy because they are so experienced and really take pride in it. Like you said the results speak for themselves.
100%
I love that you are always trying to learn new things, from cars to driveways to whatever
It’s fun learning new stuff. Keeps you sharp!
This is one of my favorite Chris Fix videos. I think it's because the work was done right and it was an impressive transformation. The guys did an excellent job.
Chris is migrating into construction industry; We all soon will be able to build our own houses by following his videos.
yo i’m down to do that
Can we use common hand tools?
Chris build here😂
definitely
I'm on a paving crew and lay asphalt every day. I can tell you that you picked a solid outfit to do your driveway. They did a great job
You should see some of the work they do in south Texas by a year or two there back to just gravel driveways
@@bigbuck807 over here in north Texas you won’t see any of these . They did re pave streets in Highland Park , which is where wealthy people live, and I don’t know why they chose that material instead of concrete
@@MrSGH21 it’s a lot cheaper compared to concrete
@@bigbuck807 I think it’s because it looks good and it’s way faster than concrete as it sets fast and cars can drive on it sooner. I remember it wasn’t really that inconvenient because they only blocked half the street and it was done quickly
@Daton Sullivan May I ask your thoughts on recycled asphalt? Planning on using that for the driveway.
Awesome video from someone who has also worked a lot in their driveway in which it was about the same condition
The fact they clean the equipment after every step tells me they take pride in their job
No. They just did that because they knew It was on camera and their boss would see it if they didn't lol
@@kashmoni1085 this is where we come to be happy just let us be happy
😂 It tells me they want to use the equipment again one day....
@@kashmoni1085 Yep. The owner will want to see his boys looking good.
I do this with all my tools.
It keeps them in good working order. Plus I didn’t have much growing up so I learned to take care of the things I had, and it carried over to the things I own now.
Take care of your tools and they will take care of you.
Chris might be the only son that parents never wanna let go from their home!
He doesn't live there
@@vd0o666 no, YOU don't live there!
@CEO neither of you live there, nor do I!
@@FlyingBeast009 I live there
I don’t live there
You absolutely deserve a new driveway and I’m really glad you got one.
Was thinking in my head ‘will he use a thermal imaging tool?’ Then literally does it seconds later. This man is actual RUclips treasure! Awesome guy honestly
Asphalt contractor here. Was just going to add that the price depends on difficulty. Your driveway was pretty simple: Straight passes, no subgrade for new sub base exc. Looks nice! They did a good job
You must love your job
There are few things in life as satisfying and enjoyable as watching real professionals do their thing. Thanks for sharing Chris.
Those guys did a brilliant job! I love it when tradesmen/builders keep their equipment clean like that. Shows a true commitment to the craft and job at hand, and any equipment works better when it's clean anyway!
The fact they fixed the side wall without complaint says a lot about their company. They definitely know how to conduct business.
Well partly because they where filmed 🙄
@@didzmarello888 you know damn well plenty of people don’t care if they’re being filmed or not, because they’re actually convinced that they’re right
when you do construction, be there always if you can
@@obeseperson they definitely care if the guy who filming is famous RUclips
Almost all contracting companies are required to fix those kinds of mistakes under penalty of being sued or worse. Just a bunch of legal bs but if you’re a cool customer, it usually goes about like it did in the video.
As someone who helped the family paving business from age 11 to 26, I was prepared to judge hard. But these guys did an amazing job! Excellent work and service.
Another tip for anyone interested, is to avoid turning your steering wheel on fresh asphalt when your car is not moving. My dad called them "power steering marks." He'd receive calls all the time saying the asphalt is tearing up. But it was simply due to the steering wheels being turned while the vehicles were stationary. Nothing major to worry about. The marks will iron out over time. But if you're picky about your finish, make it a habit to have the car moving before turning the wheel.
brother
@Billy William it's ok every now and again, it's more for people who park in the same place everyday and do it everyday and also I'd wait like a week. Just a guess
@Billy William still wouldn't suggest that because that is hard on your power steering pump and can tear that up faster always try to be moving a little to help
Especially true if you sealcoat the asphalt a couple years later.
same love asphalt and cars i was ready to judge hard
Absolutely fantastic, the best part is showing the cost and time it took. Thank you! Get a lawn reinvigoration for a paradise background while fixing!
i love how you can make a whole video on replacing your driveway and because its your job you get money back for it. always found that amazing with youtubers. keep up the good work.
I used to work with asphault specifically for 3 years and by watching this, it brought me back to that time. It’s very hot stuff and they guys def knew what they were doing! Great job Chris, looks awesome!
@@TheClamy8911 i only lasted 3 years because I got heat stroke and almost died, I had no choice but to quit to save my own life! And I wasn’t just doing driveways, I was doing roads, mainstreets, intersections, parking lots, entire neighbourhoods and highways
I actually do asphalt work and these guys are very professional and really know what they’re doing, I’m glad they could get the finish on that so nice, perfect!!
I do as well, and have been for about 6 years. It’s good to see how other people do it bc now I know better ways to do certain things
man i do the asphalt testing when their doing a live placement
@@ianwallace7 I hope you guys aren't in s crazy hot place. Can't imagine doing big jobs in summer in extremely hot places.
@@NovaScotiaNewfie I’m in Oregon. It’s usually not too bad, although last year I worked in 118 and it was miserable
I've been in asphalt for going on 20 years. Good quality job done by the paving crew and credit to you Chris for actually using the correct terminology as far as the asphalt goes.
this was a lot more interesting than I expected
This video was 100% a reason to write off the cost of a new driveway.
I remember doing this job for summer work with my father as he was the driver of the dump truck and I would stay with the crew on site. These types of work is not easy and very demanding, also very interesting to get to know how its done imo. Amazing for letting people actually see how its done and explaining for people who might not have know or ever wondered how its done.
Looks awesome man. Congrats on the upgrade!
Do you think it can withstand your durability test?
Whoa.... this guy!!! Collab on a solar panel video coming soon?
But can his driveway survive scratches at level 6 and deeper grooves at level 7?
@JerryRigEverything I wonder if it will bend...? 🤔🤔😁😁
You know he's gonna do it for his Rivian isn't he
Those guys are awesome! So kind and willing to work with you on what you needed done! They even keep the machines cleaned and maintained! Perfect company! So happy you got this upgrade from them!
Love seeing professionals at work... so satisfying
Great video Chris, you did a great job showing and explaining the process of replacing your driveway. Im a fourth generation paving contractor. You used correct terminology on nearly everything and explained it cleaner than I've ever heard! $6k was a solid deal.
Normally RUclipsrs are scared to change a style of a channel, but ChrisFix never lets us down.
Bro Chrisfix can make shopping look fun. lol
@@jackovxr well, shopping for random bits and bobs like engine parts IS fun, right?
This guy could fix a broken barbie doll and still get a million views. He's a legend
His video format fits well with anything.
@@variegatus4674 Yes your right there
As a asphalt worker that does Highways, I love this video on how to do small driveways. Keep up the great videos!
Boy that’s some hot shit. I used to paint lots as it was cooling down still, feet sticking to the ground 😂
Aye man, I have a quick question.
If asphalt is fresh, less than a day fresh, is it safe to let traffic through? It was done in front of my house and I would like to know if letting traffic onto fresh asphalt is going to cause it to warp or degrade faster. There are concrete curbs btw.
@@burneracc2567 yes, most of the time the asphalt is below 100 degrees within 1.5-2 hours and it is safe to put traffic on that day. Just don’t twist and turn your tires on it while it’s still fairly fresh and you’ll be fine!! Sometimes we put highway traffic on the asphalt right after we finish paving to open the road for the day then come back and finish at night. You’ll be fine!
@@Markon2 sweet, thanks!
@@burneracc2567 no problem!
I have zero experience with tar, but my dad and I have done a bit of low budget concrete work. It takes two people, an electric concrete mixing barrel, a couple of trowels and a bull float, some 2x4s to build a perimeter, gravel for the base layer, and a couple pallets of Quikrete. For so few tools, it's a good way to accomplish jobs the DIY way. One guy is the designated mixer who fills the dry concrete into the mixer and blasts it with a garden hose while it's spinning to keep the mixer clean and the mixture at the proper consistency. He dumps the mixture into a wheelbarrow and hurries to repeat with the next batch while the other guy fills the space with concrete and packs it with trowels, leveling it and smoothing it as he goes. Once the concrete is level with the top of the 2x4 and you have a section large enough to work with, he gets a 2x4 and shimmies it across the surface to pack, level, and smooth. As necessary, he will skim a bull float across to keep the finish smooth across the whole section. Batch consistency is key. Dry spots and soup puddles will not help. It will not be fun. You will be sore, soggy, and tired. Embrace the suck and you'll get results that are shockingly good.
That is pretty cool! Thanks for sharing!
I'm a real estate photographer and thought this was a photoshop tutorial. Nope just ChrisFix laying down some real-world knowledge. I feel both grateful and cheated.
Haha no photoshop in the videos around here ;)
I don’t even fix things, I watch these for entertainment.
Proves that this channel can make fixing stuff look entertaining!
Great job Chris!
Me too😂
I do the same thing but one day I might use them to actually fix my cars
About the same for me for every 20 Chris fix videos I maybe make one fix to a car lol
me too
Me too 😅
From Automobile repairs to straight up general construction videos, this dude is an absolute legend. Keep up the good work!
Next video might be how to clean &/ or organize your garage.
@@ImFromIowa That is a valid point with me making my own dune buggy.
@@Navalbird_48 good luck with that!
@@ImFromIowa Thanks. Also, I need suggestions on what frame material I need to use.
I'll be sure to get all of these tools and machines, and i'll be replacing my driveway in no time
Sometimes I watch these videos just for the entertainment value. In addition to the great info. Thanks man.
Glad you find the videos entertaining and informative! Thanks!
The fact that you actually showed the price breakdown, was the cherry on top!! Nobody ever does that, so thank you!
For 6k that was definately worth it! They did a high quality job. And you got video content to make up for the down time. I'm glad our views and support helped pay for maybe part of those expenses. Keep on giving!
6k is to much money you can tell Chris got robbed I have a business of 50 cars and I payed 2k
@@barakobama9743 You can not even cover the cost of material and overhead for that, C'mon man!
@@barakobama9743 i’m sure you do man!
@@barakobama9743 6k is to much FOR YOU
@@barakobama9743 your pavement must last only 2 years
Thanks for the great video! I really appreciate that you showed the price in the video. Not enough people do that. I mean, let's be real here, the cost of any project, big or small, for anyone is a very important factor in the discussion of whether or not that project even can be accomplished by the individual. Thanks again for sharing your years of experience with everyone!
It brought a slight tear to my eye to see that driveway gone with how much history you have with it. But I am happy that you have a new workspace! Keep being awesome chris!😊
Yet another great, satisfying video! A few more do-it-yourself tips for maintenance:
After a year or two the new asphalt will slightly shrink and may pull away from the driveway door, leaving a large gap. Driveway filler is readily available from the hardware store and you can easily fix that yourself. If weeds take root inside some cracks, the best solution is to use a blowtorch to burn the weeds and kill the roots, then apply a sealer. Aside from causing needless pollution, weed killer just doesn't work well.
Thanks for the tips!!!
Nice! Properly sealcoating and crack filling is very important. People fail to understand the importance until it’s too late, and are surprised by the contractor’s price to repave. Nice job taking on this big task by yourself!
Nah seal coating your driveway is a scam and does nothing.
@@klyded8523 agree... what about the millions of miles of roads/hwy's out there that never see this at all...does absolutely nothing and is just an appearance/cosmetic fluff that people think looks good and is essential...
@@jedknutson8373 i get how it can be seen as a gimmick but there’s been years of trial and error to prove otherwise. The keys to this are properly sealcoating as well as proper asphalt installation. If your base material fails, maintaining it will do nothing.
Roadways would be far too expensive to maintain in the proper way. Sealcoating every 2 years would cost taxpayers a fortune. You will often see rural areas sealcoat their long highways once in a while
@@klyded8523 no your wrong it’s a scam when the company water’s down the material then it does nothing. I proper sealer mix will protect your drive way from all elements such as water, oil spills, UV, etc..
@@drewerotic wrong. I work in the oil industry and we sell this shit.
Pouring this on top of asphalt, does nothing to prevent cracks or preserve the asphalt.
The black liquid is similar to what the gravel in asphalt is mixed with. Adding more on top after the fact will do nothing.
I was also impressed. 6K and 4 hours are equally impressive
What an amazing real world video Chris!! Loved it! They did a GREAT job at each phase. Glad that you did t put anything for at least two weeks. But I would have thrown a few sheets of plywood wood on top for at least a month to truly keep away the sinking in on the new asphalt. Love that you put 3 inches. So happy too that you shared the price as that is very helpful for those to see real costs. One hundred percent worth every penny Chris! Bravo
As a Civil Engineer I approve of that company's work, they did a dang good job, I was happy to see them take the time to actually get all the small details instead of just ignoring it like alot of contractors do
It would be very helpful if you could fill us in on the small details you are talking about.
If I had to take a guess as an E1 for a state DOT, namely snapping string lines for the edge of the driveway and for the concrete sawcut. Remembering to use water when compacting the quarry processed rock (in my state we call it crushed surfacing top course), taking care to preserve the original subgrade, taking the extra step to use the paver as a grader for the quarry processed rock and even running the plate compactor over the finished asphalt
it's so cute that the dude wanted to show his coworker your channel!
It's important to note that a brand-new driveway adds value to a home when its being sold. Also, that name they put on the work order had me in tears!!! Nice to see you posting content again! Glad you're feeling better!!
I didn't think I was gonna enjoy this at all but it was actually incredibly satisfying. I just got into my first home and I am watching all these kind of maintenance and care videos and I am like this is nice, I'd like that. Woah 4 hours and they did it that nicely :O I thought it was a lot longer process. That is totally worth the money! 5 bucks and a quarter per square foot isn't bad :O it looks amazing!
4 hours for everything? That is incredible. These type of jobs deserve way more recognition and more pay!
They are very efficient for sure!
This was a very satisfying process to watch! I can't believe it only took 4 hours. It looked like a multi-day process as they were going through it. That crew was clearly very professional and knowledgeable. Thanks for putting this video together!
Nope only in america in Europe is REALLY BAD WORK
I think it was just the paving part that took 4 hours
@@gr6e It is possible I misunderstood, but I don't remember now lol!
@@gr6e for the machinery and crew they had, they could have paved 100m of asphalt in 4 hours. this would be a very quick job for those guys. the stuff they did doesn't take long when you have the right tools, especially a tiny driveway.
Look at the grass before and after, it's greener than it was. So I guess it took a few days
from cars, to sinks, to driveways, Chris does it all! Congratulations Chris on a new driveway!
edit: ever think about the fact that we drive on parkways and park on driveways
Damn real shit
Bars
boats, and also fishing too
@@powerstrokehd1003 that would be a great name lol
@@radityafauzan8208 true
I wouldn’t want to walk on it, let alone park a car on it 😂 Looks great!
you are a better specialist in repairing roads than European road companies!
I’m glad you mentioned the plywood under the jackstands. I was worried for 80% of the video then you addressed it.
You are a true master of educational videos.
This is amazing, Christopher Fixtopher! And I also can't believe you only paid 6k for what could easily be a 10k or 12k job. Those guys killed it, real pros at their art! 🔥
Sat through this entire vid it was literally that satisfying. Theres nothing like a fresh Driveway after years of abuse to a previous.
What a car collocation you got there Chris ❤
And they all need something haha
It’s amazing how the fresh asphalt makes the color of the cars pop compared to before.
I just started putting videos out to help with anxiety and homework. Relaxing sights and noises. It helps me a lot. Hope it helps you too
you definitely got the "A" team, they did a great job
That driveway looks so smooth on the thumbnail
I thought it might be mspaint for a second
Chris has taught me to fix my brakes, change my oil, replace shocks, fix my bathroom sink, and repair my driveway!
You sir are invaluable
Don’t forget he also showed us how to repair our boats. 😏⛴
and buy used car
I even changed the piston return springs, the blinker fluids and the winter tyre air.
@@deathstroke7316 and the muffler bearings!
Chris. Your videos are so well done, never overdone. You have a clear talent that many on this platform lack. I’ve never enjoyed a driveway video more, and I don’t even HAVE a driveway
Man mines just gravel 😂😂
@@eathans_small_engines8665 same 😁 imagine i do my car repair on gravel and my trolley jack get stuck or dragging the gravel with it. that a pain dude 😅 but still i continue
@@noobinho8882 oh I know🤣 it ain’t great but it works
Thanks for showing the invoice at the end. Getting a sense of the cost of a project like this is really helpful!
No problem
Awesome content, Chris. I like your venture into new topics! Really cool. Keep up the good work man, and take your time with the content, we'll still be here!
As a roadway inspector, I appreciate this video. Another fantastic job Chris :D
How well did he do?
@@Tha-mountain grading and placement were good. Can't be sure of of temp which, if it's too high will result in his paved driveway looking like a gravel driveway lol. I would have used s9.5 instead of an intermediate mix but other than that, looks pretty damn good.
For a guy that works on a lot of cars he didn't make a oil Bay any drainage he should have made it out of concrete... Oil and gas fun fact eats through asphalt because gas can eat through tar I've laid hundreds of thousands of tons of asphalt for the government... And the number one scary thing is that guy cutting that concrete with the saw no mask man the silica that creates from that dust gets in his lungs not smart I know he put water on after I watch the video but at first he dusted all those workers and himself....The whole driveway should have been plate tamped with water for a higher compaction rate he'll have sinkholes.. we used to have to get our roads at 99% compaction rating and they would be tested with this guy he had this yellow box he would set it on the ground had a radiation badge because it uses some type of device to tell the compaction of the dirt... So I think he's missed a lot and I think he really wasted his money put in asphalt .. But these are my opinions take them as you will....
@@jap153541 oh thx
@@cleanearth6238 I'm that guy with the "yellow box" aka troxler nuclear density test lol. Now the standard is 98% across 5 tests with none of the scores being lower than 95% for that test section unless overruled by the resident engineer. At least in NC.
As a road worker from the Netherlands, it is very interesting to see how people in other countries work. They did a great job and it is definitly a strong construction. But in the Netherlands this would not be accepted due to little details like they did not apply an adhesive layer between the sides of the garage/sidewalk and the asphalt. This layer ensures that the asphalt wont let loose/crack over time. Nevertheless a great video and i hope you will be happy with your new driveway!
I was wondering why this wasn't done. I have sent this when pot holes are fixed on the roads.
Dont quote me on this but im pretty sure with our Harsh winters in certain regions in America the adhesive isnt required... The concrete will crack anyways due to the changes in temperatures..
Netherland avg temps are about 1->24C. New Jersey is like, -5C to 35C. It's gonna crack regardless
@@CarpaccioSalad Concrete should not crack due to the changes in temperatures. If this happens the weather conditions weren't taken in account.
This should be avoided by adding porosity into the mixture of concrete. Porosity in concrete avoids cracks caused by water freezing in concrete (freezing water expands and causes the cracks if we are focusing on weather conditions).
Yeah I live in Sweden and we use adhesive aswell. And also the people saying asphalt crack because of temp. No it doesn't.
The one channel that i enjoy rewatiching videos.
Amazing job! Thanks for sharing all the process.
This man went from cars to real estate 💪😁
It's all about growth !!!
@@DevotedDom Yes!! Ive been watching this man since 2015, i was 7 years old but this is the only channel i never gave up on.
😂 I was not expecting to hear that intro when looking for driveway repairs!
Dude, I randomly met you at a mutual friend's party almost a decade ago, just as this account was gearing up. You were stressing about the amount of time required to manage this, on top of your day job. Think it's safe to say you made the right decision re: prioritization! Beyond amazed at the success you've had. Cheers!
Wow great job Christopher Fixtopher! 🤣
Damn, I'm glad you showed the price, thats not actually bad at all, I was expecting a LOT more. My driveway is the same size as yours and I live in a lower cost area as well. Good to know when I start my project! Thanks man!
Whats ur square ft? I paid 10 grand for 1800 sq ft with 2.5 inch
This was an awesome change of pace. It shows your fans that you aren't just some content creator that gets paid to make content. You're a regular guy like the rest of us.
Thanks Ed. I am literally just like everyone else. I just happened to think of filming it to help others and it got big. Never expected this. Heck, for the first few years of making videos, RUclips didnt even have a partner program or pay people haha. It was always about helping others learn because I wanted to be able to share that feeling of accomplishment when you finish a project!
@@chrisfix absolutely agree, its about helping others. I've used your videos to help myself with my own vehicles in the past. More often than not I just watch because you're so informative with each step of the process. I'm not even needing to watch because of a project of my own just enjoy the information.
Didn't think I'd be interested in a driveway renewal since I live in an apartment, but this was very entertaining Christopher Fixtopher!
I like any workers that clean their tools/equipment right after they finish using them!
Honestly these guys did a really good job. Props to them!
YeAh I would of done my best knowing this dude would post on RUclips for million of views
bloody mexicans haha
Chris Fix here! Today we're getting our hands dirty with marriage counseling, and I'm talking about a complete rebuild of patience and trust. Stay tuned for the before and after!
Chris Fix really can fix anything
LOL he could actually pull it off
Out with the old... and in with the new!!
@@gregalbing7218 this made me laugh a little to hard bro😂😭
those pavers were top knotch in workmanship
A great video! Thank you, Chris! I have a horseshoe driveway and I always wondered how much approx to dig up my 1978 4" driveway. I just fixed a few pot holes with Perma Patch, then I seal coated with Black Jack Drivemax 1000. My driveway looks a lot better. Hopefully, I am good for at least 5 years.
I did the same with mine years ago and it lasted a good 5yrs so hopefully same for you.
I hope you gave that team a 5 star review, they did a fantastic job, including the area where the walkway was damaged. As always, keep up the great work.
Without giving them 5 stars, Chris probably already make their customer service work overtime from the exposure.
Looks great! I remember in 1993 my dad had our 75 foot driveway paved, such a big job but so worth it. Easier to work in my truck, and easier to clear snow off.
Yeah I’m not looking forward to the snow. The idea of dragging a shovel over my beautiful driveway hurts haha.
Exactly Dan. Especially the ease of snow removal part you mentioned.
@@chrisfix get a flame thrower
@@chrisfix you leaked ur address
Yeah, fixing cars, redoing the driveway, and all that... but can we just acknowledge how ingenious the design of that small excavator is? I think I want one too... but I'm not sure if they even have those things in Germany. But so compact and so useful... that's really something nice.
What a job that lays behind something we take for granted every day. Wow!
"This is something I don't normally do..." Dude, that is why we are all here, because you doing things that most people don't/can't normally do.
Great stuff! As a DOT asphalt roadway and plant inspector, this is spot on! Should last for years. Well done
edit: also, imo this crew is top notch, as is the well informed content. thx!
edging should have been done better ngl, shouldnt of just used the loot but a tamper to get the edges tighter and more compact to make a nice 45 degree. for roads it doesnt matter but on a driveway it changes how good it looks by a ton
@@sonofagun5305 it looks good no doubt however proper edging of the asphalt makes straighter lines so the edge wont look wiggly after the edge is covered with dirt
Mr. Fixtopher is truly a legend
Looks like the crew did a really good job.
There is nothing I appreciate more than someone performing their job as it should be done 🙌🏼 Great job @ the team !