Because most driveways are subjected to the elements on a full time basis, they do occasionally experience cracks. Driveway cracks are most common in regions of the country that experience freeze/thaw cycles which wreak havoc on concrete and other solid ground materials. In most cases, cracks in the driveway aren't a serious problem and can be fixed with relatively simple solutions. The key is fixing a driveway crack before its condition is worsened by moisture entry, erosion of the underlying ground or subsequent freeze/thaw cycles.
If you happen to have a gravel or dirt driveway, then you don't need to worry about cracks. Potholes, bumps, and dips however, can form quickly in gravel and dirt driveways. Water is also the main culprit that causes these problems, so regardless of your driveways material, try to ensure that water can drain easily away from the area. Dirt and gravel are very simple materials with which to work, so the problems that arise will be simple to repair. In most cases, you will only need to add more dirt or more gravel, but there can be more to it.
At a basic level, the materials you'll likely need to fix a crack in your driveway include:
-Appropriate protective clothing
-A small hammer
-Protective goggles and gloves
-Broom
-Wire brush
-Mason's chisel or large flat screwdriver
-Pointing trowel
-Air compressor, canned air, or shop vac
-Water
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