Protect Your Brick Pavers

 Paver maintenance is actually easy and could be done just by about anyone, except for the most extreme cases that require professional assistance, such as installation, or one that is requiring a big time repair. Brick pavers are an ideal choice for patios, walkways, driveways, retaining walls, and even the pool area. Brick pavers are well known for their beauty as well as their matching durability. Brick pavers are also low maintenance.  

Paver maintenance is easily done with the following simple maintenance tasks:

1. Regularly clean them. Prevent algae and molds from even growing. Use cleaning solutions meant for algae and molds, as well as using a power washer or a jet wash with a detergent, this also prevents and remove stains. Also, always sweep the surface to clear it of miscellaneous debris that could potentially get into the gaps, especially that some have the tendency to get stuck in between them and potentially cause some damage over time.

2. Regularly check the gaps for weeds, and if ever weeds are present, make sure to remove them as soon as possible, as they could cause cracks over time. One might also use weed killing solutions.

3. Regularly check the gaps for cracks and holes, and if spotted any, make sure to seal them with paver sealers as soon as possible. Holes and cracks could also serve as habitats for unwanted insects and pests such as ants.

4. In case the presence of insects is detected, make sure to eliminate them with insert killing chemicals such as a bug spray. Make sure to clean off the dead insects afterwards and dispose of them properly, as insect remains could generate more or other types of insects.

5. Make sure to fix loose slabs and bricks as soon as possible or whenever spotted. Cement them if necessary, but bigger areas of loose slabs are much better to be handled by professionals, this is in order to avoid potentially bigger damages and repair costs.

6. Apply some brick paver sealers annually, like over a year or more. Dull looking bricks are a sign that you must do so. Brick paver sealers are easy to apply, and have several types of finishes available ranging from matte to glossy. Brick pavers are a worthwhile investment, as they provide protection for the bricks in the long run.

By making the above “paver maintenance” tasks a habit, your brick pavers will surely last longer for generations, and the years to come.

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