FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it good to seal pavers in Florida?

Usually, when pavers have faded, lost joint sand or begun to turn green. Safe Touch, a Northeast Florida washing company, says joints wash out in summer storms, and it lists two to three years between coats. Sealing is a repeat job, so weigh that against how your pavers look today. To see where yours stand, send the short estimate form.

What is the average cost to seal pavers in Florida?

Northeast Florida prices run about $1.75 to $3.25 per square foot to clean, sand and seal, based on what Safe Touch publishes. A 700 square foot driveway lands near $1,225 to $2,275. Safe Touch adds that stripping a failed coat costs more. For a figure on your own driveway, call (904) 719-7441.

How often should I reseal pavers in St Augustine Beach?

Two to three years is typical, according to Safe Touch. The same company says full sun, pool chlorine and summer storms can pull that closer to two. A driveway open to the sky near the water will likely sit at the short end. To have a coat checked, call (904) 719-7441.

Do I need HOA approval to seal my pavers in St Augustine Beach?

Only if your home is in an association, and many are not. When one applies, the board may want to see the finish before work starts. Switching from a natural look to a high gloss wet look is the kind of change worth asking about first. To talk through finishes, send the short estimate form.

When is a good time to seal pavers on the coast?

Pick a dry stretch with no rain in the forecast. Safe Touch lists fall as the time to seal, and the National Hurricane Center says the Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30, so storm days can push a date back. To plan around the weather, call (904) 719-7441.

How often do pavers near the beach need cleaning?

One local company page says to clean every one to two years, and sooner on shaded or north-facing surfaces. A damp side yard grows green film faster than an open driveway, so the schedule depends on the spot. To have a contractor judge yours, send the short estimate form.

Will sealing help keep weeds out of the joints?

A St Augustine paver company lists weed and insect protection among the reasons to seal. Sealing is not a weed killer, though, and joint sand still needs topping off, since Safe Touch says summer storms wash it out. Ask the contractor what the coat does for the joints, or call (904) 719-7441.

How long does a paver sealing job take?

Plan on one to two days. Safe Touch calls it a two day restoration when the joints are empty or the old sealer has failed, because the surface must dry between the wash and the coat. A tidy driveway with full joints can go faster. To get a time frame for yours, send the short estimate form.