Pavers and Paver Sealing

Introduction

Pavers are a great way to add an elegant touch to your outdoor space. But if you want them to last for decades and maintain their original look, it’s important to seal them. Not only will this protect the concrete from the damaging effects of salt and chemicals, it will also prevent staining and efflorescence.

Sealing your pavers is the best way to protect your investment while adding value to your property.

Sealing your pavers is the best way to protect your investment while adding value to your property. Sealing pavers will protect them from damage and fading, prevent stains from setting in, and resist UV rays that can cause premature aging of the product.

For more information about sealing pavers, call us at 727-434-3711 or visit www.islandwaycleanandseal.com today!

Sealers help prevent salt damage and chemical stains.

Sealers are a great way to protect your pavers from salt damage and chemical stains. Salt is the worst enemy of concrete pavers. When not washed away, it can eat away at the surface, causing pitting and cracking. To prevent this, you should use a sealer on your concrete pavers every few years or so depending on how much traffic they get and where you live.

Sealers help prevent efflorescence and staining.

Sealers help prevent efflorescence and staining. Efflorescence is a white powdery substance that forms on the surface of your pavers. This happens when water evaporates from the concrete, leaving behind minerals in its place. It can also be caused by excessive rainfall or snow melt—so if you live in an area with extreme weather, consider purchasing a sealer to protect you from this issue! Sealers are also useful for preventing staining on your pavers; this happens when chemicals in the concrete react with salt or other substances to discolor your pavers’ surfaces.

Sealers will protect your pavers from ultraviolet rays and heat, which causes fading and cracks in the concrete.

Sealers will protect your pavers from ultraviolet rays and heat, which causes fading and cracks in the concrete. UV rays can also cause discoloration of the pavers. Here in the sunshine state of Florida, its more important than anywhere else to seal your pavers if you live in the Tampa Bay area. The sealer will keep them looking good for years to come, and protect your paver investment.

You can seal your pavers yourself or hire a professional company to do it for you.

You can seal your pavers yourself or hire a professional company to do it for you. If you’re not sure whether you need to seal your pavers, ask an expert.

The pros of sealing your own pavers are:

• You will save money if you have the right products, equipment and know-how on hand (don’t recommend, 99.9% of homeowners are unable to complete paver sealing jobs to professional standards)
• You can do it when it’s convenient for you (no waiting for weather or scheduling)

The cons of sealing your own pavers are:

• You need the right tools and expertise to ensure the job is done properly (otherwise, voiding any warranty) and the proper paver sealers aren’t readily available to people other than contractors.
• It’s a lot of work, you need to rent the equipment, and know what you are doing or you’ll have to hire a professional anyway to come a fix the job which can cost 2-3 times as much as hiring the company the first time.

The pros of hiring a professional company are:

• They have all the equipment needed for proper pressure washing and cleaning before applying the correct type and amount of paver sealer (often times its less than if you were to try and complete the job yourself)
• You get to relax from the comfort of your home in the A/C and watch a professional crew do all the work and get a better end result

Professional paver sealing will cost anywhere from $800 – $4,500, depending on the size of your project and if you use the best paver sealer

One of the most important factors to consider when deciding whether or not to seal your pavers is the cost. While some paver sealing contractors charge as little as $800, others may charge up to $4,500 for a single project. The size and scope of your project will affect the price you pay; larger projects typically cost more than smaller ones because they require more materials and labor. The quality of your sealer also plays a role in determining how much it costs to have sealed pavers installed; a lower-quality sealer will likely be cheaper but will provide less protection over time. Additionally, there are several different types of sealers available on the market today that can affect pricing: oil-based vs water-based; acrylic vs acrylic/polyester blends; polyurethane vs acrylic urethanes; two component reactive sealers vs single component, etc.. All these factors determine which type of paver maintenance method requires more frequent resealing services and ultimately drives up costs! So hire the best paver sealing company that uses the best paver sealer available to seal your pavers right the first time (hint: Island Way Clean and Seal, LLC)

If you want to maintain the look of your patio or driveway and keep it safe from damage, consider sealing it with a high quality sealer.

If you want to maintain the look of your patio or driveway and keep it safe from damage, consider sealing it with a high quality sealer. A good sealer will protect your pavers from harsh weather conditions such as rain, snow and sun exposure. Sealing your pavers will also prevent stains from forming on them over time.

As mentioned above, there are different types of stone that can be used for patios and driveways which have their own strengths and weaknesses when it comes to dealing with certain weather conditions. For example: sandstone is very durable but tends to get discolored very easily; limestone is softer than other types of stone but also more resistant to fading due to its chemical composition; travertine is porous so it absorbs water quickly making it prone to cracks if subjected too much moisture at once (such as heavy rainfall) but it’s very aesthetically pleasing.

Conclusion

There are many benefits to sealing your concrete pavers. It will protect them from fading, cracking and staining. Sealing will also help prevent efflorescence and salt damage which can cause cracks or stains on your patio or driveway. If you want to maintain the look of your patio or driveway and keep it safe from damage, consider sealing it with a high quality sealer, done by the best paver sealing company in Tampa. Call us at 727-434-3711 or submit a contact form on our website www.islandwaycleanandseal.com to schedule your free paver sealing estimate!