Countries in the United States experiences extreme weather conditions — from heavy rainfall to heavy snow to dry and warm winters, the continent experiences it all. Though there is always something enjoyable about each of these weather conditions, they wreak havoc for our brick pavers. The good news is by taking a few precautions, it is possible to elongate the life of brick pavers, even when they get subjected to harsh weather conditions time and again.
In this article, we discuss few tips on how to protect your brick pavers from harsh weather conditions.
Seal Your Pavers After Every Five Years
The first thing you must do is seal your pavers. When you seal pavers, you essentially close the pathway through which water enters pavers and destroys them. Homeowners often ask us: how often should you seal your brick pavers? The correct answer is after every five years.
Design Pavers Using Sturdy Material
In the U.S., many areas receive snow for a considerable part of the year. If you live in such an area, you must design your driveway in such a way so as to keep space for things that you will need during the snow season, such as a snowplough. For this, you will have to make sure you are using the best quality material for your pavers. Anything sub-standard will develop cracks and become chipped eventually, leading to not only your home looking less beautiful but also compelling you to spend a fortune on repairs.
If you are using pavers to create outdoor decks, you must use a composite decking material. Using such material will protect your pavers from the damaging effect of water. That apart, call an expert and have them seal your pavers as soon as they are installed.
Use Sand Instead of a Deicing Agent to Clear Snow
When it snows, most homeowners use deicing agents to clear snow, unaware of the fact that deicing agents cause more harm than good. Deicing agents contain a lot of salt and thus, not only are these agents bad for plants in the surrounding areas, but they are also bad news for our brick pavers. Therefore, during the heavy snow season, instead of using a deicing agent, use sand. Clean the whole area and generously sprinkle sand over it. This will not only help clear the snow but also give traction to your brick pavers.
Talk to a Brick Paver Expert and Ask Them Which Colour Would Be Ideal for You
While choosing pavers, homeowners give the whole idea a lot of thought and usually choose a design and colour that they think will match well with their home’s interiors. Most homeowners also gravitate towards darker shades, simply because they think maintaining darker brick pavers is easier than maintaining light-coloured brick pavers when the truth is different. Dark-coloured pavers attract and trap heat and become discoloured soon. So, before picking any specific colour, talk to an expert and have them explain to you what colour would be ideal for you, keeping in mind the climate in your area.
Choosing brick pavers may seem like an easy task, but there are many things that one must consider if one does not want to spend an exorbitant amount of money on repairs later on.
Schedule a Quote from JJW Brick Today!
If you have any questions regarding brick pavers or hardscape design, contact us today. Please feel free to give JJW Brick a call today for your Metro-Detroit, MI home. We can be reached at 1-800-BRICK-PAVERS. We hope to hear from you soon!
