Washboard repair
what causes washboard?
Regular grading and proper drainage can help keep your gravel driveway in top shape, saving you from bigger, more costly repairs down the road.
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When vehicles drive at the same speed over the same path (especially between 8–40 km/h or 5–25 mph), small ripples start forming.
Each tire impact slightly displaces gravel, reinforcing the pattern over time.
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Spinning tires or abrupt stops cause gravel to shift and mound up in ridges.
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If the driveway is too flat or unevenly sloped, water can’t drain properly, allowing the surface to loosen and ripple.
Using incorrect gravel
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Dry gavel is more mobile and susceptible to bouncing and sliding, especially under tire pressure
Water erosion - if water pools or runs down the driveway, it can loosen the surface and exacerbate washboarding.
How to get rid of washboard?
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