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The Foundation of Lasting Hardscapes: Paver Maintenance

September 10, 2025 / , ,

Your hardscape installations are a significant investment in your property’s value and aesthetics. With proper fall maintenance, they’ll continue to perform beautifully for years to come. This guide provides useful information for developing a maintenance plan that delivers a solid return on this important investment.

Fall Cleaning and Sealing

Fall is the perfect time for a thorough cleaning to prepare your pavers for the months ahead. A regular cleaning routine, ranging from sweeping away loose debris to less frequent deep cleaning, is a key part of your maintenance plan. Pavers do not require sealing to maintain their structural integrity. However, applying a transparent sealer can enhance the color and make them easier to keep clean. This service is typically recommended every 2-3 seasons, depending upon paver type, use, and site conditions.

A professional using a paint roller to apply sealant to a Unilock paver patio, with one half of the patio appearing damp and darker from the applied sealant.
Protect your investment and keep your patio looking new.
Credit: Unilock

Proactive Joint Maintenance

Keeping paver joints full is the best strategy to prevent weeds from taking root. For joints that are prone to erosion, using a more technologically advanced material like polymeric sand can help reduce future maintenance costs and minimize weed growth. This proactive approach in the fall can protect your hardscape from potential damage and expensive repairs in the future. For more paver maintenance tips, visit the Unilock website.

A close-up of a person using a wide broom to sweep light-colored polymeric sand into the joints of a gray paver patio during the installation process.
The details matter. A crucial step in any paver installation is sweeping polymeric sand into every joint. This locks the pavers in place, creating a durable surface that prevents weeds from growing and holds up for years to come. This is how we ensure a long-lasting, beautiful patio.

Preparing for Winter and Beyond

The freeze-thaw cycles of winter can exacerbate minor issues in your hardscape, leading to costly damage in the spring. Fall is the ideal time to identify and address concerns like uneven surfaces, settlement, or horizontal creeping before they worsen. Taking these steps now is key to ensuring your hardscape remains beautiful, functional, and safe throughout the winter and for years to come.

A close-up shot of a person sweeping fallen leaves from a cracked paver patio during autumn.
Autumn is a great time to evaluate your hardscape. If your patio has cracks or damage, it’s a sign that it may be time for some professional maintenance. Our team can help ensure your hardscape is safe and beautiful for years to come.

Ready to protect your hardscape investment for the long term? Don’t wait for winter’s freeze-thaw cycles to cause damage. Our team can partner with you on a proactive fall maintenance plan, from cleaning and sealing to joint repairs. Contact us today to ensure your hardscape endures for years to come.

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