Cleaner pavers, fresh sand and less green
Paver Cleaning and Joint Sand in St. Augustine, FL
Call (904) 664-5908 for a free paver cleaning estimate anywhere in St Augustine.
- Brings out deeper paver color
- 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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How fast can I get my pavers cleaned in St. Augustine?
A local contractor can clean pavers in St. Augustine, FL, and a reply comes within 1 business day, usually much sooner. Fresh joint sand is part of the job, and the estimate is free with no obligation. To get started, call (904) 664-5908.
Cleaning lifts algae, dirt and stains so pavers look brighter and feel safer underfoot. Algae on a walkway or pool deck is more than a looks problem, because a slick surface is a safety problem. Fresh sand then helps hold the pavers in place and leaves weeds less room. A side path gone green from damp shade can look like part of the yard again, so point out the worst spots when you ask for a free estimate.
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What is included in paver cleaning?
Paver cleaning includes a treatment for growth, a careful wash and new joint sand once the surface dries. It is the first stage of any sealing job, and it can be done on its own. Shaded spots and sprinkler zones tend to need it first. To reach a contractor who does this work, call (904) 664-5908.
Treatment
A cleaner suited to algae, mildew or the stain goes on before the wash and loosens what is stuck.
Wash
The surface is washed in sections on a low setting. Technique matters, since a harsh blast can empty the joints.
Joint sand
Once the pavers are dry, new sand is swept into each joint. A St. Augustine paver company says real joint sand packs tighter than the play sand used in many installs.
Optional sealing
Sealer can be added after the surface has fully dried. The sealing guide explains what that adds.
When do pavers need cleaning?
Pavers need cleaning when you see dark streaks, green growth in shady corners, weeds in the joints or sand washing out after storms. Algae shows up first on walkways and pool decks, where it also makes the surface slick. One property can have a clean driveway and a badly stained side path. To have yours looked at, call (904) 664-5908.
Should I clean my pavers, or clean and seal them?
A wash restores the look, and a coat is what protects it, so choose the wash alone or both together. A wash alone adds no protection, so algae and stains can return on their own schedule. A coat makes the surface easier to keep clean and can deepen the color, but it becomes a repeat job. Say which one you prefer when you ask for a free estimate.
How often should pavers be cleaned in St. Augustine?
A St. Augustine paver company suggests a look at your pavers every year. Nicolock says that in coastal areas the rinsing pace depends on how close you are to the shoreline and how active storms have been. A shaded walkway can need a wash sooner than an open driveway. To plan a wash schedule that fits your yard, call (904) 664-5908.
Does more pressure make a cleaner surface?
No, more pressure does not make a cleaner surface. Unilock says improper pressure can crack pavers or blow the sand out of the joints, and it suggests a spray angle no greater than 30 degrees. It also warns that wire brushes can leave metal particles that cause rust stains. Ask about the setting and the brush before you ask for a free estimate.
A wash that is too hard also leaves the joints bare, which is why new sand follows every wash. Ask whether the cleaner is safe for nearby plants and for pool water. What you hear back tells you how carefully the job will go. To talk through your surface, call (904) 664-5908.
How long do pavers need to dry before sealing?
Longer than you would guess. Unilock advises letting the area dry a bit longer than you think is required, because rain or trapped moisture can spoil a coat. A St. Augustine company that wet-sands its joints and uses a water-based sealer says it finishes the wash, sand and seal in one day, so timing depends on the products. Ask how the contractor deals with a wet forecast when you ask for a free estimate.
What is that white film on my pavers?
A white, powdery film is most likely efflorescence, which Unilock describes as calcium salts brought to the surface by moisture. It does not weaken pavers, and it often fades on its own over two to three months, or up to a year. Pavers must be clear of it before sealer goes on. If drainage is poor, it can return, so mention puddles when you call (904) 664-5908.
Which paver surfaces can be cleaned?
Driveways, lanai decks, patios and walkways all take a wash and new sand. Each collects a different kind of grime, so the plan should fit the area. To start with yours, ask for a free estimate.
Driveways
A driveway carries tires, oil drips and the longest hours of sun on the property. Cleaning here keeps the color even and the joints full, so pavers stay locked in place under a car.
Pool decks and lanais
Pool decks stay wet, and splashing and bare feet wear them in their own way. Cleaning around a pool should leave a surface that drains well and does not turn slick.
Patios
Patios sit in shade more often than not, so algae starts early and hangs on. Cleaning on a patio goes after the green areas first and slows their return.
Walkways and entries
Walkways are narrow and run beside planting beds, so they pick up soil and irrigation stains. Cleaning at the front entry makes the first step a visitor takes look cared for.
What paver problems are common around St. Augustine?
Fading, green growth, lost joint sand, coastal salt and sand, and sprinkler marks are all common around St. Augustine. A wash handles some of these by itself, and the rest take more work. To find out which you have, call (904) 664-5908.
1. Color fading in full sun
Summer highs in St. Augustine sit in the lower 90s, according to Wikipedia, and a driveway with no shade takes that all day. A wash brings back the color that is left, and a coat afterward slows the next round of fading.
2. Green growth in damp shade
A St. Augustine paver company says shade and humidity grow algae and mildew on anything that stays damp, often side yards and north-facing patios. Left alone, the green turns slick.
3. Joint sand lost to storms
With measurable rain on about 118 days a year, sand slips out of the joints. Once it goes, pavers can shift and weeds move in, so fresh sand goes in before any sealer.
4. Salt and sand from the coast
Nicolock, a paver maker, says salt travels through the air as tiny particles and can crystallize as moisture dries. It advises occasional rinsing to remove salt residue and sand, more often closer to the shoreline.
5. Sprinkler marks and old sealer
Irrigation that hits one edge every day leaves stains, and a tired coat that has turned cloudy or peeled must be dealt with first. Ask the contractor what is on your pavers now.
What does paver cleaning cost in St. Augustine?
Northeast Florida price lists give one figure for the whole job: Safe Touch publishes $1.75 to $3.25 per square foot to clean, sand and seal. A wash with new sand leaves out the sealer, so ask the contractor to price the wash and the sand on their own lines, and expect the total to land under that range. At the full range, a 600 square foot driveway comes to $1,050 to $1,950. For a price on your property, ask for a free estimate.
Planning a coat after the wash? Then ask for a single price that covers both. Safe Touch notes that stripping and resealing costs more when an old coat has failed, so say whether your pavers were sealed before. For help comparing quotes, call (904) 664-5908.
Planning to protect the surface too? Read about sealing your pavers, or see the areas served around paver sealing in St. Augustine.
| Paved area | Typical example | Clean, sand and seal |
|---|---|---|
| 300 sq ft | Small patio or walkway | $525 to $975 |
| 600 sq ft | Two car driveway | $1,050 to $1,950 |
| 1,000 sq ft | Large driveway or pool deck | $1,750 to $3,250 |
| 1,500 sq ft | Driveway plus pool deck | $2,625 to $4,875 |
Math based on the $1.75 to $3.25 per square foot that Northeast Florida paver companies published as of November 2026. Your contractor sets the actual price after seeing the surface. Repairs, leveling and stripping failed sealer are usually extra.
Why use a local contractor for paver cleaning?
A local contractor works in the same damp shade and summer rain that turn pavers green here. You can weigh the price against published rates and decide in your own time. To start, ask for a free estimate.
Contractors from around here
A contractor who covers St. Augustine knows the humidity, the summer storms and the damp shade that turn pavers green. Your plan starts from those conditions.
A free look first
The estimate is free. If the number does not fit your budget, you say no and the matter ends there.
Prices you can check
Northeast Florida companies post what they charge per square foot, so any quote can be held up against a real range.
Time to decide
Ask for the price in writing and read it at your own pace. This short page on what to check before you hire helps.
How do I get a free paver cleaning estimate?
Send a quick request or call. Expect an answer within 1 business day, often well before then.
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What do pavers look like after a wash and new sand in St. Augustine?
How does the paver cleaning process work?
The paver cleaning process runs in five steps, from the first look to a final walk-through. Without a sealer coat, the visit ends when the joints are full again. To get on the schedule, call (904) 664-5908.
1. Look and measure
The contractor walks the pavers, measures the area for the quote and notes stains, weeds, low spots and where the sand has gone.
2. Treat the growth
Algae, mildew and stains get a cleaner chosen for them before the wash. Wire brushes stay in the truck, since Unilock says they can leave metal bits that rust.
3. Wash on a low setting
Unilock suggests keeping the spray angle no greater than 30 degrees, which helps keep sand in the joints. The surface is rinsed until the runoff is clear.
4. Let it dry
The pavers dry fully before any sand goes in. Unilock says to allow longer than you think the surface needs.
5. Refill and walk the job
New sand is swept in and packed down. The contractor then walks the area with you and goes over whether a sealer coat makes sense.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is it to clean pavers?
Cleaning is quoted by the square foot. The one Northeast Florida range published for the whole clean, sand and seal job is $1.75 to $3.25, from Safe Touch, and a wash alone leaves out the sealer. Ask the contractor to list the wash and the joint sand on their own lines.
How to clean dirty pavers?
A contractor treats algae and stains first, washes on a low setting, rinses, lets the pavers dry and then refills the joints with sand. Unilock warns that the wrong pressure can crack pavers or blow sand out of the joints. Ask what setting and spray angle the contractor uses.
Can I pressure wash brick pavers?
A contractor can, on a low setting. Unilock suggests a spray angle no greater than 30 degrees, since a harsh blast can crack pavers or empty the joints. Brick varies from home to home, so ask what pressure and nozzle will be used on yours.
Will Dawn dish soap clean pavers?
Soap and warm water handle mild dirt and grease, according to Nicolock, a paver maker. Algae, rust and oil often need a cleaner picked for that stain, and the joint sand still has to be replaced after a wash. A contractor sorts that out at the walk-through.
Should pavers be cleaned before sealing?
Yes. Unilock calls for a clean, dry surface first, and a coat over dirt traps the dirt under it. That is why cleaning is the first stage of every sealing job.
Why do my pavers in St. Augustine keep turning green?
Damp shade is the usual cause. A St. Augustine paver company says humidity and shade grow algae on anything that stays wet, and St. Augustine sees measurable rain on about 118 days a year. Fresh sand and a coat of sealer can make the surface easier to keep clean.
How much does it cost to clean and seal pavers in St. Augustine?
Plan on $1.75 to $3.25 per square foot, the range Safe Touch lists for Northeast Florida. A 300 square foot patio would run about $525 to $975. Stripping a failed old coat costs more.
Does cleaning remove the white film on my pavers?
Not always. A white, powdery film is usually efflorescence, which Unilock describes as calcium salts that do not weaken pavers. It often fades on its own over two to three months, and sealer cannot go on until it clears.
How often should pavers be cleaned in St. Augustine?
A St. Augustine paver company suggests a look at your pavers every year. Nicolock adds that rinsing frequency depends on how close you are to the shoreline and how active storms have been. Shaded walkways may need attention sooner.
Tired of green, stained pavers?
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