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Brick Paver Sealing in Arlington, FL
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- Fresh joint sand helps lock pavers in place
- Gives weeds less room to grow
- Makes the surface easier to keep clean
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Do you seal brick pavers around Arlington, and how fast?
A local contractor handles brick pavers in Arlington, FL, and your request is answered inside 1 business day, usually far sooner. You get a free look at the pavers and a written price. Whether to book is up to you. To begin, call (904) 944-6930.
Brick takes sealer differently than plain concrete, so the product matters more. A walk with faded red, white haze at the edges or gaps in the joints is the usual starting point. A contractor can tell you whether yours are clay or concrete and what to put on them, so ask for your free estimate.
Are my brick pavers clay or concrete?
Most likely concrete, and that changes the plan. A paver company says most brick-look pavers in Florida are concrete, while true clay gets its color from firing and does not fade the way concrete does. The same page quotes the Brick Industry Association as saying clay pavers do not require sealers like concrete units do. Builder or HOA records may say which you have, or the contractor can tell by eye on the estimate visit. Ask when you ask for your free estimate.
Arlington boomed in the 1950s and 1960s, and Wikipedia describes the area's mid-century modern architecture. Pavers on a house that age may have been laid at any time since, so ask whoever has the records. Mention when the pavers went in when you call (904) 944-6930.
Which sealer is right for brick pavers?
Choose the finish before the product. Unilock says brick is more absorbent than concrete and usually calls for a matte or low-gloss sealer to keep the natural look. A page on clay pavers recommends a siloxane-based sealer that leaves the look unchanged and warns that shiny sealers can dry blotchy. Another source lists acrylic as color-enhancing with a gloss, and silane or siloxane as penetrating with a flat finish. To ask for a natural look, ask for your free estimate.
Always test a spot. The same sources say some cleaners and sealers can haze, stain or discolor clay, so a hidden corner goes first. A coastal paver company adds that a wet look can turn cloudy white if applied to damp pavers. To book a test patch, call (904) 944-6930.
What does the white haze on my brick pavers mean?
Often it is efflorescence, a white film of calcium salts that rises when water moves through concrete. Unilock says it harms looks only, not strength, and can be scrubbed with dish soap and a stiff plastic brush. Rain alone may not remove it, and pavers must be free of it before sealing. New pavers can take 2 to 3 months, or up to a year, to stop. To have a haze identified, call (904) 944-6930.
It can also come back. Unilock lists leaky pipes, failed waterproofing, high groundwater and poor drainage as the reasons water keeps getting in. A sealer that cannot breathe makes things worse, since moisture then sits under the coat. Say how long the haze has been there when you ask for your free estimate.
How much does it cost to seal brick pavers in Arlington?
Expect to pay somewhat more than for concrete. A 2026 Duval County price guide says brick and natural stone raise the cost by 15 to 30 percent because they are porous, and it lists concrete clean-and-seal tiers from $1.35 to $3.25 per square foot depending on size. No page found gives a brick-only rate, so the table below is built from those pieces. For a firm number, ask for your free estimate.
Add-ons are listed apart from the base. Stripping failed sealer is $0.75 to $1.50 per square foot and new joint sand is $0.25 to $0.75, in the same guide. A quote under those combined pieces needs an explanation. To have one checked, call (904) 944-6930.
| Brick paver area | Concrete rate from the 2026 guide | Brick and stone, 15 to 30 percent more |
|---|---|---|
| 300 sq ft, walk or entry | $525 to $825 | $604 to $1,072 |
| 600 sq ft, drive or patio | $1,050 to $1,650 | $1,208 to $2,145 |
| 1,000 sq ft, large area | $1,500 to $2,500 | $1,725 to $3,250 |
No page found gives a per square foot rate for brick alone, so this table is built from published pieces. The middle column multiplies the rate tiers in a 2026 Duval County price guide. The last column adds the 15 to 30 percent that same guide says brick and natural stone cost over concrete pavers. Stripping ($0.75 to $1.50) and joint sand ($0.25 to $0.75) per square foot come on top.
Can I pressure wash brick pavers?
You can, gently. Western Interlock keeps pressure at about 2000 PSI or less, because higher pressure can strip aggregate, and uses a surface washer for big areas and a wand for the edges. Unilock sprays with a fan nozzle about 12 inches away at a 30 degree angle and bans wire brushes, which leave metal that rusts. Gentle washing also keeps the joint sand where it is. To have the washing method described, call (904) 944-6930.
A cleaning company that serves the county adds that brick sealed with the same process as other pavers should be washed, re-sanded and sealed, in that order. A page on clay pavers wants one to two days of drying after the wash, since brick holds water. Ask how long that wait will be when you ask for your free estimate.
How long does sealer last on brick pavers in Arlington?
Three to five years is the general span from Unilock, and a First Coast exterior cleaning company says intense sun can cut it to 2.5 to 3. Brick that carries a drive in full sun lands on the short side. A coastal company says penetrating sealers run 5 to 7 years, which is a reason to ask for one. To put your brick in the right range, call (904) 944-6930.
Wear shows up as washed-out color, sand blowing out of the joints, weeds and ants between them, and water that soaks in instead of beading. An exterior cleaning company says shaded patios stay damp and grow mildew and algae first. Check after the next storm, and when water stops beading, ask for your free estimate.
What steps does brick paver sealing include?
The order protects the brick. Ask the contractor to confirm every step when you call (904) 944-6930.
1. Identify the brick
Clay, concrete or a mix is settled first, since the sealer changes.
2. Test small
A hidden corner takes the cleaner and then the sealer before the full area.
3. Wash at low pressure
A surface washer at about 2000 PSI or less lifts dirt, moss and algae without stripping the face.
4. Dry, then re-sand
Brick dries slowly in shade, so the pavers wait, then joints are topped off.
5. Apply in one session
Sealer goes on dry pavers at 50 to 90 degrees, with sprinklers off, so the finish stays even.
6. Let it cure
Unilock says to keep feet, cars and sprinklers off for up to 48 hours of dry weather.
Do HOA rules or oak shade affect brick paver sealing in Arlington?
Both can. A local paver site says a natural-look sealer may count as upkeep, while a color-enhancing or high-gloss finish more often needs approval, and Florida statute 720.3035 limits an association to its own written standards. Shade matters since live oaks, which grow 60 to 80 feet tall, keep brick damp, and the Safe Touch company names oak tannin among the stains it treats. To plan around both, ask for your free estimate.
What do sealed brick pavers look like around Arlington?
Questions about sealing brick pavers in Arlington
Is it good to seal pavers in Florida?
For concrete brick-style pavers, yes, mostly for color and easier cleanup. A coastal paver company says unsealed concrete pavers fade in 3 to 5 years. Fired clay brick holds its color differently, so the answer for clay depends on the paver, the finish you want and a small test patch.
Can I pressure wash brick pavers?
Yes, with a light hand. Western Interlock holds washing at about 2000 PSI or less because harder pressure can strip the surface, and Unilock uses a fan nozzle about 12 inches away at a 30 degree angle. Brick is more absorbent than concrete, so give it extra drying time before any sealer.
How long do paver sealers last?
About three to five years, Unilock says, with the usual caveats. A First Coast sealing company says strong sun trims that to 2.5 to 3 years. A coastal company says film-forming coats run 3 to 5 and penetrating ones 5 to 7, which suits a brick that should look unchanged.
Can I use Dawn dish soap to clean my pavers?
Unilock names dish soap and water with a stiff plastic brush for the white haze called efflorescence. Skip wire brushes, which leave metal bits that rust. Landscape Ontario also says plastic bristles only. For deep stains or clay, ask the contractor, since some products can haze or discolor clay.
How much does it cost to have pavers cleaned and sealed?
A 2026 Duval County guide gives $1.50 to $3.25 per square foot depending on size, then says brick and natural stone cost 15 to 30 percent more than concrete because they are more porous. Stripping and new sand are extra, so ask for each line in writing.
Do clay brick pavers need sealer at all?
Not always. A Florida paver company quotes the Brick Industry Association as saying clay pavers do not require sealers the way concrete units do. It also warns that some products can haze, stain or discolor clay, so test any cleaner or sealer on a small spot first.
How do I tell concrete pavers from clay?
Do not guess. A paver company points out that most brick-look pavers in Florida are concrete, while true clay gets its color from firing. Check builder or HOA records, or ask the contractor to look when they come for the estimate. The answer changes the sealer.
Why did my brick pavers turn cloudy after sealing?
A coating is usually trapping moisture. Causes listed by local companies are sealing while pavers or joint sand are damp, too many coats built up over years, or a film that cannot breathe. The haze generally has to be stripped before a fresh coat goes on.
Where does a contractor serve brick paver jobs near Arlington?
Every place below has its own page. If your street is not listed, call (904) 944-6930.
- Arlington Hills
- Southside
- Brentwood
- San Marco
- Fort Caroline
- Sandalwood
- Royal Terrace
- Panama Park
- San Jose
- San Pablo
- Riverside
- Paxon
- Beauclerc
- Cedar Hills
- Atlantic Beach
- Oceanway
- Highlands
- Jacksonville Beach
- Baymeadows
- Mandarin
- Argyle Forest
- Ponte Vedra Beach
- Bellair-Meadowbrook Terrace
- Palm Valley
- Dinsmore
- Whitehouse
- Fruit Cove
- Lakeside
- Fleming Island
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