They are not only just tripping hazards: Cracks in your concrete patio or driveway are more costly to fix the bigger they get.

It’s not surprising that you are seeing cracks in your patio. The thing you do not want to do is fill the cracks with something solid such as more concrete, which will perpetuate the problem.

Do you have a wide unsightly crack in your concrete sidewalk, driveway or patio? These tips will help you hide it — without making it look even worse.

There are many reasons concrete could crack. Start by mixing and installing it properly to prevent problems later.

Q: I have a concrete-slab patio with a long crack in it that seems to be widening. What could be causing this? The house is about 30 years old and the yard slopes. A: Some things in life are ...

If you have old, cracked, uneven, or non-level concrete slabs on your patio, you may be thinking about removing the concrete ...

Inspect the porch regularly. Seal all cracks. Concrete caulking/sealer is available for this purpose. Pay particular attention to the sides of the slab where it meets the wall of the house.

Your new home might very well contain 100 to 150 cubic yards of concrete. The footers, foundation, basement slabs, driveways, sidewalks and possibly a patio may all be made from this durable materi… ...

Q: I have a backyard concrete slab patio that was built in 2010, and now there are several cracks in its surface. Over time, some of them seem to have ...

Concrete surfaces around homes are subject to year-round weathering from snow, ice, water and sun. They’re also stiff, brittle and structurally lightweight. So it’s no wonder they crack, heave ...