Concrete Sealing
Concrete Driveway Sealing
Why should you seal your concrete surfaces?
Concrete is one of the most-popular surfaces in the world and it is used in a countless number of applications. From concrete floors and pool decks to driveways and sidewalks, you can’t go far without encountering something that is made from concrete.
While there are plenty of great properties that concrete brings to any project, its tendency to absorb moisture and to allow mold and mildew to develop is something that you would probably like to fix.
The best way to reduce the growth of mold and mildew in concrete is to not allow water to enter the concrete in the first place and that is exactly what Shine and Shield Concrete Driveway Sealing will do for you.
For a commercial property or business owner, ongoing maintenance on concrete surfaces is an expense that you would love to get rid of, or at least dramatically reduce. For the homeowner, caring for the concrete surfaces around your home is probably a chore that you dread performing each year. The good news is that both the commercial property owner and the homeowner can take concrete cleaning off of their to-do list simply by contacting Shine and Shield to seal your concrete.
Why Hire Shine and Shield Over a Competitor or DIY?
We specialize in cleaning and sealing surfaces. It is very important to thoroughly clean stamped concrete prior to sealing it or you will lock in that unwanted dirt or stains. We use very expensive, commercial pressure cleaning equipment and combine it with several safe commercial grade cleaners to prepare your concrete surface for cleaning.
This will help lift stains and unwanted grime without damaging the concrete. Finally, we use high quality penetrating sealers designed for stamped concrete and regular concrete.
Sealing concrete isn’t as simple as pressure cleaning it and spraying a sealer down. There are dozens of factors that come into play on every single job which will be dependent on application time, method, saturation requirement, and if it can be done at that moment. Ground moisture levels play a major part in sealing – every job gets a moisture test to ensure the product will not have any adverse reactions. One of the most expensive decisions a home owner can make is taking on a general contractor or handyman who claims to be a “jack of all trades”. About 40% of our business is on the restoration side of things. Stripping off other contractors failed work is a common task we perform which is very labor-intensive and requires expensive chemicals. And believe me – we charge accordingly! – protect your home and your checkbook — just hire us the first time.
Why do I need to seal?
Sealing stamped concrete will help keep the color locked in. Sealers have protection from UV rays, which fade the colors in stamped concrete. Once a sealer wares off, usually in a few years, your concrete looses the protection. Once the sealer wares off, it leaves your concrete very porous and susceptible to staining. A sealed stamped concrete patio, driveway or pool deck will look the best for many years.
Will sealing my stamped concrete make it slippery?
CONCRETE DRIVEWAY SEALING TAMPA
Benefits of Concrete Sealing and Waterproofing
The benefits of concrete sealing and waterproofing are to:
- Permanent water and moisture proofing or splash proof from stain causing liquids
- Reinforces the density & hardness of the concrete by up to 30%
- Reduces cracking, dusting & efflorescence of the concrete
- Protects against the intense Florida sun and other natural elements.
- Protects concrete from absorbing oil, irrigation rust and other stains
- Inhibits mildew growth as water can no longer rest & sit in the pores.
- Discourages the growth of bacteria, mold, mildew and algae
- Extends the life of a painted concrete building & decorative concrete
- IDEAL for commercial concrete and high traffic concrete areas
- ALL IN 1 DAY PROCESS! Giving you less down time to have your car back in the garage or kids back in the pool within 24
hours of application!
Extend the Life of Concrete Surfaces
Concrete surfaces can last an average of 30 years. However, cracks and discoloration can force you to replace damaged concrete surfaces earlier than planned. Concrete sealers shields your concrete surfaces from cracks and discoloration, thus prolonging the life of concrete surfaces.
Prevent Mold and Mildew
Porous concrete absorbs water and moisture. Moisture absorption leads to the formation of mold and mildew, especially if concrete surfaces stay wet for long periods. Mold and mildew appear as green discolorations on your concrete floor. Concrete sealing inhibits the growth of these fungi.
Offer Protection
Increase Concrete Durability
Improve the Color of Concrete
Add Value to Your Property
HOW CONCRETE SEALING LOOKS:
Of course, the protection against liquid penetration prevents even temporary discoloration from water, oil, and chemicals, and longer lasting stains are not possible at all.
However, we understand that homes in Tampa, Lutz, Land o Lakes, Westchase, and Apollo Beach sometimes need a whole new look. Upon request, we can apply a staining concrete sealer to completely change the appearance of your driveways, garden paths, and decks.
HOW LONG CONCRETE SEALING LASTS:
CONCRETE SEALING COMPARISON
How Much Do Concrete Cleaning and Sealing Services Costs
You Should Keep Your Floor In Good Shape, Preventing Cracks, Pitting, And Additional Damage. For the best price call us at 813-600-9490.
Our service area includes: the Tampa Bay area, Lutz, Westchase, Carrolwood, Northdale, Citrus Park, Odessa, Land O Lakes, Temple Terrace, Wesley Chapel, West Tampa, South Tampa, New Tampa, Tampa Palms, Riverview, New Tampa, Seffner, Brandon, Apollo Beach, Valrico, Fish Hawk, Bloomingdale, and more.