All About Paver Sealing Tampa Properties
Pavers play an important role at various properties all throughout Tampa, FL. Sometimes, these pavers are used to make driveways that invite vehicles onto the property. Other times, they are used to craft beautiful patios—the perfect places to host backyard barbecues. In addition to this, pavers can create sidewalks, pool decks, garden borders, and so much more. To maintain the beauty of these structures for as long as possible, paver sealing Tampa properties is a must.
In this blog, we’ll review how exactly paver sealing works and how your property will benefit from this process. If you like what we have to show you, consider a paver sealing appointment with our professionals. At Elite Pressure Washing, it’s always our pleasure to seal pavers for our residential and commercial clients.
Why Paver Sealing Is Important
What exactly makes paver sealing such a crucial part of property maintenance? If you decide not to seal your pavers, you probably would not notice any significant consequences at first. However, the more time that passes, the more likely you are to notice a difference. This is because unsealed pavers are slowly damaged over time. This happens for a few reasons: a) because sealers are eroded by friction, and b) because they suffer moisture damage due to rain, snow, and hail.
Eventually, paver damage will become so significant that it will require repair. Unfortunately, repairs aren’t cheap. Far from it. They have a habit of emptying out checking accounts, and they are time-consuming, too. Avoid the frustration associated with this with paver sealing. Prevent costly repairs from ever becoming necessary!
Pressure Wash Before Paver Sealing
Before sealing pavers, it’s important that you pressure wash them. Why? Because more likely than not, these pavers are covered with debris. This filth can include a wide variety of substances—dirt, moss, mold, algae, pollen, you name it. If pavers are sealed while this debris is still there, it will cause sealer to form an uneven layer that’s more likely to chip and peel. Even worse, you’ll seal in all that debris, rendering your pavers permanently dirty.
These risks aren’t worth the gamble. So please, don’t forget to pressure wash your pavers before sealing them. Fortunately for you, Elite Pressure Washing provides pressure washing services (as the name implies). We are here to help you with your pressure washing needs and your paver sealing needs!
Remove Items From Surfaces Before Paver Sealing
Another important way you can prepare for paver sealing is by removing any items from the surfaces that need to be sealed. Why? Because these items will act as obstacles if they are not moved to a different location. Besides, it will be difficult to seal all pavers if there are chairs, grills, cars, and other objects in the way. Since sealer will need up to two days to dry, be prepared for any items you relocate to stay there for a while. Once this time has passed, you will be able to move everything back to where it came from.
How Paver Sealing Tampa Works
What can you expect from the paver sealing process when you schedule an appointment with Elite Pressure Washing? First things first, we will arrive at your property on time with all the necessary equipment for the job. After introducing ourselves to you, you can just guide us to the pavers that need to be sealed, and we will review the area. That way, we can provide you with an upfront quote for our services. Approve this quote, and we’ll begin working our magic!
To seal your pavers, we will brush a thin layer of liquid sealer on top of them. We will ensure an even layer to increase the sealer’s lifespan, and we will also protect any adjacent surfaces with tarps or drop cloths. After we have fully applied sealer to all pavers, we will pack our things and depart. Simply give the sealer two days to dry before using your surfaces again.
Paver Resealing: Is It Necessary?
What is paver resealing, and how often will you need it? As the name suggests, paver resealing is the process of sealing pavers again. This is required whenever the original layer of sealer is so damaged that it can no longer protect your pavers sufficiently. Of course, it’s inevitable that sealer will eventually need replacement; the sealer takes damage so your pavers don’t have to. We predict that your pavers will require resealing every three to five years.
In order to successfully reseal pavers, the original layer of sealer must be removed first. This is typically accomplished with specialized chemicals and pressure washing. Afterwards, a new layer of sealer can be applied in the same way that we described in the previous section.
Consider Our Professional Paver Sealing
The process of paver sealing can be challenging if you have never done the work before. There is plenty of room for error, too. For example, you could accidentally drip liquid sealer onto the wrong surfaces, or you could create an uneven layer of sealer that easily peels away after drying. If you don’t feel like you’re cut out for DIY paver sealing, we highly recommend that you reach out to us. It would be our pleasure to seal your pavers, and we are prepared to do the work for a reasonable price, too!
How much should you expect to pay when you schedule an appointment with Elite Pressure Washing? Our paver sealing prices are based on the overall size of the surface that you need us to seal. Expect an upfront quote at the beginning of your appointment, and remember, we never add hidden fees along the way! To get started, contact us online with basic details about your project. That way, we can give you a free estimate. If you approve of this estimate, simply choose a time and date for your appointment, and we will be there to serve you in the near future!