12 Benefits of Sealing Pavers

Sealing pavers is the very best way to protect your investment!

When it comes to the outdoor areas on your property, you may have paver stones installed on features such as driveways, walkways, pathways, etc. These paving stones are incredibly hardy and resilient and can last for many years with basic maintenance. However, the areas are constantly exposed to climatic changes as well as the sun’s rays.

Pavers are considered extremely durable, but many homeowners underestimate their impermeability. Many people who choose not to seal their pavers regret their decision. Make sure you don’t make the same mistake.

Over time, they can develop scratches, stains, moss, and mildew. Sometimes, outdoor conditions can also result in fading of the paver surfaces. Not only does this mar the appearance of your landscaping, but moss and mildew-covered pavers can be unsafe to walk on as well.

Sealing your pavers is the very best way to protect the investment you’ve made in your walks, patios, driveways, pool decks, retaining walls, and other hardscapes. Since they are exposed to the elements especially here in Florida, pavers require protection and regular maintenance to keep the pavers looking beautiful for many years. Our professional-grade sealers create a protective finish that will restore the original depth of color, repel stains and deter surface deterioration. Just as you clean and polish your car periodically, your pavers and retaining wall blocks need the same care to keep them looking great.

Benefits of Sealing Pavers

1. Inhibits weeds and grass in joints.

Water absorption can cause certain paver materials to expand and crack, and weeds make paver deterioration even more likely. In tropical weather conditions, weeds or grass normally grow rapidly. Sealed pavers will prevent the growth of weeds, fungi, and molds by limiting their affinity to getting the water that aids in their development.

2. Reduces mold and mildew and moss growth.

Most Florida homeowners know (many, unfortunately, by experience) mold and mildew, especially, seek out shaded and enclosed spaces. And this is exactly what pavers provide: the tiny spaces between each paver on your patio become breeding grounds for mold and mildew when left unsealed and can be a health hazard as well as threatening to the integrity of your pavers. The sealing process makes pavers less permeable to mold, growing at a very low rate. Sealing the pavers is how to lock out moisture to prevent moss spores from settling and germinating.

3. Deters ants and other insects,

Crawling creatures represent a threat to flooring structural integrity, especially ants. Known for building their nests in paver joints, eventually, those insects can destabilize the flooring, promoting cracks and unevenness.

Sealing pavers is an excellent way to prevent an ant infestation. Because let’s be honest, no matter where you live, you’ll always find insects in your yard. But to understand how sealing prevents ants, we have to understand what it does in the first place.

The sealer works by solidifying sand joints and locking pavers together. Also, the substance forms a protective layer over the surface. Depending on the sealer type you use, you can see a physical barrier building over the flooring. As a result, ants will find it difficult to dig and build their nests and will look for another place, prone to easy work.

4. Prevents loss of sand in joints.

Applying sealers on pavers helps prevent the sand loss, always present between pavers. This increases the strength of the sand joints that become stable even during harsh weather conditions such as floods and hurricanes.

5. Helps repel oil, grease, grime, and stains.

Unsealed pavers can easily soak up stains, dirt, and grime. In some cases, deep stains may never be able to be removed from unsealed surfaces, and the paving will crack sooner. Using a sealant layer will help protect your pavers from these stains keeping them in pristine condition.

6. Easy maintenance.

Although sealing paver patio, driveway and sidewalks aren’t always required, there are a few negative consequences if you don’t. The most common problems you will encounter include the need to have the areas cleaned professionally more frequently to remove dirt and grime build-up.

Sealed pavers are easier to maintain simply because the surface doesn’t absorb things like oils or stains. The sealed surface makes it easier for you to clean any dust or debris.

7. Enhances color, texture and brightness.

Paver sealers create a protective finish that restores the depth of colors and deters surface deterioration.

The UV rays brought by sun exposure will often make your pavers start fading and tear, especially in areas that experience hot weather conditions. Sealing brick pavers will guarantee you protection from sun rays and be able to prevent fading by creating a protective finish that restores the depth of colors and deters surface deterioration while enhancing natural texture and appearance.

8. Resists the effects of harsh weather conditions.

Sealing the pavers can protect the surface of the stones from stains, scratches, and water damage. Plus, a sealer can create an aesthetic appeal on the stones as sealers can offer various finishes such as flat finish, matte, low gloss, high gloss, and low sheen.

Whether it is penetrating water base sealer or acrylic sealer, paver sealer is formulated to make the surface of the pavers more stain resistant and protect the material from extreme weather and wear and tear.

9. Provides protection from salt damage.

Paver sealer also acts as a salt barrier, making it ideal around saltwater pools or marinas. Even salt-resistant paver materials are damaged by saltwater over time. To extend the life of your pavers, apply a salt-resistant sealant. The sealant not only prevents the salt in your pool water from damaging the pavers but also stabilizes the sand between your paver joints and stops splashed water from washing it into the pool.

10. Reduces surface deterioration and wear.

After frequent use of your pavement, you will notice some cracks, making it tear and wear. It can also be caused by weather conditions such as sun UV rays exposure during the hot season, making your pavement look dull. Sealing your pavers will protect your pavers from these elements that make your pavement crack and increase its lifespan. However, you need to seal your pavers early as soon you notice wear and tear to be able to save on replacement costs.

11. Prevents pavers from shifting.

Pavers sealing also helps to solidify loose joint sand into a hardened grout so the pavers will not move or shift with time, which can cause a tripping hazard.

12. Assures long-lasting beauty and value.

Sealing your pavers increases the lifespan of your pavement by limiting the growth of weeds and fungi, reducing sand loss on paver joints, preventing cracks that make it wear and tear, and enhancing your brick color by increasing its appearance and damage from oil spills and debris.

If you want your pavers to look as good as the day you got them, add a protective sealant layer every three to five years. You’ll love the results!

Blue Flamingo SoftWash can provide you with more information about the advantages of paver sealing and if you are in the Miami, Florida area, you can schedule an appointment in the near future.

Pavers Cleaning and Sealing

Paver Sealing That Lasts

Pavers sealing is not an easy job. Hiring professionals to help you with the sealing job is always the best option. If you are in the Miami, Florida area, a paver maintenance company that you can trust is Blue Flamingo SoftWash.

Regardless of the job, you can trust that we will get it done well. We enjoy the work we do and want nothing less than professional, reliable services for our clients. After we clean and seal your pavers, we will also soft wash your walkways, driveway, and patio! Call us to learn more about our services and to get a free estimate.

We have the right knowledge when it comes to sealing so you can be certain that we can effectively preserve your pavers. Plus, our company uses good quality sealers that are appropriate for the paving materials installed in your driveways or patios.