Paver Sealing & Polymeric Sand in Westwood, NJ

Late spring through early fall is ideal. You want dry pavers and daytime temps consistently above the mid-50s, so the sealer cures before Bergen County's damp fall and freezing winter set in. We avoid sealing right before a rain.

In most cases here, yes. Older Westwood patios and walks usually have washed-out or weedy joints. Re-sanding with polymeric sand locks the pavers together and resists the freeze-thaw shifting we get every winter. Sealing over empty joints just traps the problem.

Typically around 3–5 years depending on sun exposure, foot traffic, and drainage. Shaded, tree-covered lots common in older Westwood neighborhoods can hold moisture longer, so we'll check your specific conditions and let you know honestly.

The polymeric sand does the heavy lifting there—it hardens in the joints and greatly cuts down on weeds and ant nesting. The sealer then helps hold everything in place and resists staining from salt and pollen.

Always. We won't seal over dirt, algae, or old sand. We clean the surface, let it dry fully, re-sand the joints, then seal. Sealing dirty pavers locks the grime in permanently, and we won't do that.

Most patios and driveways run about $1.50–$3.50 per square foot depending on condition and sealer. We clean, re-sand and seal — and quote it all up front, free.

Polymeric sand goes in the joints between pavers and hardens when wet. It locks the pavers in place and blocks weeds, ants and wash-out far better than regular sand.

Usually 3–5 years before a re-seal, depending on traffic and sun. Sealing also brings back the color and makes the surface much easier to keep clean.

Always. We deep-clean, remove old failing sand, re-sand the joints with polymeric sand, then seal. Sealing dirty pavers just locks the dirt in — we never skip the prep.