FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it good to seal pavers in Florida?

Yes, when the color has faded, the joints have lost sand or green growth keeps returning. A Northeast Florida washing company says summer storms pull sand out of pool decks and driveways, and a coat helps the new sand stay put. Unilock, a paver maker, calls sealing optional and mostly about looks, so the choice comes down to how you want the surface to age. To see where yours stand, send a quick request.

How much does paver sealing cost in Palatka?

Plan on about $1.75 to $3.25 per square foot to clean, sand and seal, the range a Northeast Florida washing company publishes. A 600 square foot driveway comes to roughly $1,050 to $1,950. Stripping a failed coat costs more. To price your own driveway, call (386) 854-4508.

How often should pavers be sealed in Palatka?

Expect every two to five years. The Northeast Florida washing company calls two to three years typical, and Unilock says many owners wait three to five. Full sun, pool chlorine and storms push toward the short end. To have a coat checked, call (386) 854-4508.

Can pavers be sealed if my yard has a well and an irrigation system?

Yes, but rust comes first. UF/IFAS says most Florida well water is high in iron, and iron-rich irrigation water leaves orange streaks on whatever it hits. Those marks need a rust treatment, because the Northeast Florida washing company warns that more pressure only makes them worse. To point out the spots on your property, send a quick request.

Will an afternoon thunderstorm ruin a fresh coat?

It can, if the coat has not cured. Unilock wants one to two clear days beforehand and up to two dry days after the coat goes on. Palatka averages about 107 days of rain a year, so a good contractor watches the forecast and moves the date. To ask how that works, call (386) 854-4508.

Is there a downside to sealing pavers?

Yes, the main one is the repeat cost every few years. Sealer cannot fix drainage or a washed-out base, and a coat put on over damp pavers can turn cloudy. A high gloss finish can also feel slick when wet. To go over the trade-offs for your surface, send a quick request.

Why is paver sealing so expensive?

Most of what you pay covers labor and prep, with the sealer itself a smaller share. A full job means washing, treating stains, refilling the joints, waiting for everything to dry and then applying the coat. A Northeast Florida washing company also says stripping a failed coat from an earlier job costs more.

How long do paver sealers last?

Usually two to five years. The Northeast Florida washing company calls two to three years typical, and Unilock says many owners reseal every three to five. Open sun, pool chlorine and heavy car traffic move a coat toward the short end.