If you’ve recently purchased a home in Florida with a brick paver driveway, patio, or pool deck—congratulations. Brick pavers are a premium surface material known for their durability, timeless style, and natural charm. But if this is your first time owning a property with pavers, you might be wondering how to properly take care of them, especially given Florida’s unique climate.
At Premier Coatings, we help homeowners across Florida protect and preserve their outdoor paver surfaces through routine cleaning, sealing, and maintenance. Whether your pavers are brand new or several years old, understanding what they need—and when—is the key to keeping them looking their best and avoiding costly repairs down the road.
This guide will walk you through everything new Florida homeowners need to know about brick paver care, from sealing to maintenance timelines and what to watch for in Florida’s weather patterns.
Why Brick Paver Care Is Different in Florida
While pavers are incredibly resilient, they’re constantly exposed to environmental challenges in Florida. High heat, ultraviolet (UV) exposure, sudden downpours, and constant humidity all take a toll. Even coastal air can introduce salt and moisture that cause erosion or discoloration over time.
Unsealed pavers in this environment will absorb water, fade from the sun, and grow mold or algae—especially in shaded or low-lying areas like pool decks and walkways.
That’s why sealing, stabilizing, and cleaning your pavers regularly is more important in Florida than in most other states.
Step 1: Schedule a Professional Paver Sealing
If your pavers haven’t been sealed—or you’re not sure if they were sealed by the previous owner—the first step is to schedule a sealing service. This process involves cleaning the surface, re-sanding the joints, and applying a commercial-grade sealant that protects against moisture, stains, and UV fading.
Our paver sealing service also enhances the color of your pavers, giving them a refreshed and vibrant appearance. You can choose from a natural look, wet look, or high-gloss finish depending on your preferences and property style.
If your pavers are brand new, we recommend waiting 30–60 days after installation before sealing, allowing any efflorescence (white haze) to surface and be cleaned before the sealer is applied.
Step 2: Refill Joint Sand to Prevent Movement
The sand between your brick pavers does more than just fill space—it helps lock the pavers together and provides structure. In Florida, joint sand is prone to erosion from rain, irrigation, and foot traffic. When it washes away, the bricks can shift, creating uneven areas and tripping hazards.
Our paver maintenance service includes joint sanding with high-quality, weed-resistant sand that resists erosion and keeps the pavers level and secure. Once sealed, this sand stays in place and adds years of stability to your surface.
Step 3: Routine Cleaning for Mold, Algae, and Stains
Because of the humidity and warmth in Florida, mold and algae thrive on exterior surfaces—especially in shaded areas or near water features like pools. These growths don’t just look bad; they make the surface slippery and unsafe.
Routine brick paver cleaning removes organic buildup, stains, and grime before they can damage the pavers. Our process uses commercial-grade pressure washing and safe cleaning solutions that eliminate growth at the root and prepare your pavers for sealing.
This service is especially important in spring and early summer, just before Florida’s rainy season begins.
How Often Should You Seal Pavers?
In Florida, we recommend resealing pavers every two to three years, depending on sun exposure, surface usage, and water runoff. Driveways and pool decks may need sealing more frequently due to vehicle traffic and chlorine exposure.
Don’t wait until problems are visible. If your pavers look faded, feel rough, or no longer bead water on the surface, it’s time to reseal. Sealing too late means you may also need restoration to fix joint erosion or stains.
What If My Pavers Are Already Damaged?
If your pavers are uneven, cracked, or severely stained, we may recommend a full paver restoration. This process involves lifting and re-leveling the bricks, replacing joint sand, removing deep stains, and then sealing the surface for protection.
Restoration is more intensive than routine maintenance but can save you from having to replace large sections of your driveway, patio, or pool deck. It’s especially useful for older properties or homes where the pavers haven’t been maintained for several years.
Serving New Homeowners Throughout Florida
Premier Coatings proudly serves homeowners across Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, Hillsborough, and Pinellas counties, including cities like Spring Hill, Brooksville, New Port Richey, Trinity, Lecanto, and beyond.
We specialize in working with both new and longtime homeowners to create custom maintenance plans that fit the age, size, and location of your paver surfaces. From first-time cleanings to long-term care, we offer the professional support you need to protect your outdoor investment.
Get Started With Professional Paver Care
Taking care of your pavers doesn’t have to be overwhelming—especially when you have a trusted team on your side. With proper cleaning, sealing, and maintenance, your brick paver surfaces will remain safe, beautiful, and durable for decades.
If you’re a new Florida homeowner—or simply new to paver ownership—now is the perfect time to get ahead of potential issues and set your home up for long-term success.
Call 727-237-5953 or request your free estimate to get started with a full paver care evaluation.
Premier Coatings – Helping Florida’s New Homeowners Protect Their Brick Pavers With Confidence