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a. Concrete and Asphalt driveways - Make a straight line using a chalk line to make
the cut easier to follow. Using a mason blade, run the circular saw or gas
powered cut-off saw, along the line making sure to clean out the debris and dust
from the newly cut joint.
Caution: Always wear a respirator or dust mask, steel toe reinforced boots, safety
glasses, and hearing protection when cutting concrete or asphalt.
b. Gravel driveways – To prevent stones from cutting the wire, run it through a
length of PVC pipe, garden hose or flex tubing. To keep water from settling in
the pipe, prop the middle up higher than the ends.
c. After sealing the driveway with the appropriate driveway crossing (or
burying the wire in a gravel driveway), use a broom to sweep the dust
created from the driveway crossing to cover the sealant and create a barrier
so the sealant can cure. The driveway crossing should be dry and cured after
24- 36 hours, but may still be sticky to the touch. You may want to avoid
washing cars in the driveway or running sprinklers for one to two days after
sealing your driveway crossing to allow the driveway sealant to cure
properly. You may want to avoid driving or walking directly on the newly
sealed driveway crossing to prevent transfer on your tires, or on your shoes.
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