Transform Your Weathered Outdoor Space: The Complete Paver Restoration Journey

Your once-beautiful patio, driveway, or walkway has lost its luster over the years. What started as a stunning hardscape investment has become a faded, stained, and weathered eyesore that detracts from your home’s curb appeal. If you’re considering expensive replacement, there’s a more cost-effective solution that can bring your outdoor space back to life: complete paver restoration.

Understanding the Need for Paver Restoration

While some manufacturers claim that their pavers don’t require cleaning to maintain their appearance, the fact of the matter is that all pavers require some cleaning and maintenance to restore their original luster due to the effects of harsh weather and aging. They’re exposed to harsh conditions and wear and tear that can negatively impact their visual appeal and damage their structural integrity.

Paver restoration is removing the old seal coating down to the original brick and then re-sealing it correctly with a quality, breathable sealer. This is in fact fixing a problem that exists because the pavers were sealed improperly the first time around, usually by a homeowner or another contractor.

The Complete Paver Restoration Process

Professional paver restoration follows a systematic approach that addresses every aspect of your hardscape’s condition. Here’s what the complete process entails:

Step 1: Thorough Assessment and Preparation

First, the entire paver surface is inspected for weeds, stains, settling, shifting, etc. To begin, start by clearing the surface of any furniture, plants, or objects that may obstruct the cleaning process. This will allow you to have unobstructed access to all areas of the pavers, ensuring thorough cleanliness.

Step 2: Deep Cleaning and Surface Preparation

Every exceptional paver restoration starts with one non-negotiable step: deep cleaning. We start all paver cleaning projects by pretreating the areas that will be cleaned with specialized solutions and degreasers to help remove and stop the growth of the mold, mildew, algae, and stains from the pavers. We use a professional surface cleaner (power washer) to clean the entire area to remove the contaminants.

Washing away grime brings the pavers’ natural colors and textures back to life—improving appearance before any additional steps. A properly cleaned surface ensures the sealer adheres fully and evenly, which is essential for durability and finish quality.

Step 3: Addressing Specific Issues

Many restoration projects require addressing specific problems like efflorescence, trapped moisture, or failed previous sealers. Removing the old sealer allows for remediation of trapped moisture, stains, efflorescence and other potential problems that may have developed under the sealer. Addressing these issues before sealing will help maintain the longevity and breathability of our sealer.

Step 4: Joint Sand Replacement

You’ll most likely notice that the sand between the pavers is low now and could use a touch-up. Once you’ve allowed the pavers to dry completely, pour a small amount of polymeric sand onto them, sweeping the sand across the paved surface in multiple directions with a dry broom. Continue this process until the joints are filled.

Step 5: Professional Sealing

After the surface is clean and sand is applied, we then apply our commercial-grade high-quality waterproof paver sealant. We use Ure Seal H20 waterproof sealant that provides a waterproof floor coating that protects the driveway, walkway, entryway, pool deck, retaining wall or other exterior paver surfaces from UV Rays, mold, algae, oil, grease, stains, weeds, and other matters that damage and dirty the surface.

The Benefits of Professional Paver Restoration

Sealing pavers has many benefits. It helps protect them from stains and weed growth. It also prevents fading. Sealing makes pavers look better and lasts longer. This process boosts their durability and can really extend their lifespan.

Paver Restoration costs much less than replacing your pavers. Replacing your pavers not only costs a lot of money but also takes a considerable amount of time. Most Paver Restorations can be done in a day or two depending on the size of the job.

Additional benefits include:

• A major benefit of sealing pavers is that it stops weed growth. The sealer goes into the paver joints and stops weed seeds from settling in the joint sand.
• Increased Durability: Regular maintenance prevents cracks, chips, and erosion, extending the life of your pavers and saving you from costly repairs in the future.
• Improved Safety and Durability: Slippery pavers caused by mold or algae present safety hazards, especially after rain. Sealing pavers enhances traction, reducing slips and falls.

Why Choose Professional Restoration Services

Paver sealing is not as easy as every Home and Garden magazine or You Tube Instructional video would make you think. Almost 50% of our work is the restoration of old pavers that were sealed improperly either by the homeowner themselves or the “handyman”. This can be very costly to you as the homeowner and can easily be avoided if you hire professionals like us to do it right the first time.

For homeowners on Long Island seeking expert paver restoration services, Paver Restoration Long Island specialists understand the unique challenges that Northeast weather presents to hardscapes. While pavers are so commonly used on Long Island, there used to be a shortage of companies that provided professional maintenance and restoration for hardscapes made of these materials. We started Paver Savers to answer the needs of Nassau and Suffolk County property owners and preserve the aesthetics and durability of their hardscapes. Not long after we launched our company, we established ourselves as one of the most trusted paver cleaning, sealing, and restoration contractors on Long Island.

Maintenance After Restoration

All Techniseal protectors are fit to last at least 2 years and require nothing more than limited annual maintenance. Each spring, rinse the surface with strongly diluted efflorescence cleaner to remove any stains or organic residues and that should do the trick! When properly taken care of, pavers can go five years before they need a complete resealing.

Conclusion

Complete paver restoration is a smart investment that can dramatically transform your outdoor space while protecting your hardscape investment for years to come. Well-maintained pavers create an inviting first impression, enhance your property’s curb appeal, and protect your investment for years to come. Rather than facing the expense and disruption of complete replacement, professional restoration can bring your pavers back to their original beauty at a fraction of the cost.

The key to successful paver restoration lies in choosing experienced professionals who understand the complexities of different paver materials, local climate conditions, and proper sealing techniques. With the right approach, your restored pavers will not only look spectacular but will also be better protected against future damage, ensuring your outdoor space remains a source of pride and enjoyment for years to come.