Sealing concrete should be on your regular to-do list! If you’ve never sealed your concrete driveway, patio, or another concrete surface that is exposed to the elements, we hope this blog post convinces you to do it this year! The team at A-1 Concrete Leveling and Foundation Repair in Nashville want your concrete to stay durable and look good for as long as possible. However, if you are seeing cracks or sinkage in your concrete, our team is here to help. Learn more about sealing concrete and contact us for all your concrete floor leveling needs.

Inhibit Mold

Concrete is porous, which means it absorbs water. If this water doesn’t evaporate, mold and mildew will begin to grow. This occurs most often in concrete that stays wet for a long time, for example, concrete next to a pool. If you notice green discolorations on the surface of your concrete, it’s caused by mold. Sealing your concrete inhibits the growth of mold and keeps your slab looking better longer.

Increases Durability

Concrete is an incredibly strong building material, but like everything, it degrades over time. When exposed to the elements, cracking, scaling, and other issues will eventually arise. Sealing the concrete gives it a protective coating against these damages and can prevent them from occurring. The sealer does break down though and will need to be reapplied.

Improves Color

Concrete will become dark and dull over time. If you want to avoid dingy concrete, seal the surface regularly. This is especially important if you have stamped, colored, or other decorative concrete. You invested in a unique concrete surface, so it’s important to protect your investment by applying sealant. 

Extends Lifespan of Concrete

Concrete lasts a long time, but if it surfers cracks, you’ll have to replace it earlier. Sealing increases the likelihood that your concrete will last for 25-30 years or more. If your concrete does crack, though, another way to extend the lifespan is to get concrete leveling. Getting concrete leveling early can prevent more expensive repair or replacement down the road.

How to Seal Concrete

Convinced that sealing your concrete is a good idea? Here’s how to do it:

• Buy sealer and review instructions
• Gather supplies, including goggles, gloves, and respirators
• Power-wash your surface to remove stains, grease, grime, and other debris before sealing
• Wait for the surface to dry completely
• Apply sealant carefully and evenly using a sprayer or roller
• The sealer should be dry to touch within an hour but protected from moisture or heavy traffic for 30 to 48 hours

Durable sealers provide a strong protective layer, and it’s important to seal your concrete regularly!

Concrete Floor Leveling – Nashville

If you’re in need of concrete leveling, the team at A-1 Concrete Leveling and Foundation Repair in Nashville can help. Contact us for concrete leveling today. 

If you found this blog to be useful, check out our other concrete floor leveling posts:

• Concrete Cracks and More: Resources for All You Need to Know
• Concrete Driveways: Warning Signs, Maintenance, and Repair
• Get the Concrete Floor Leveling You Need Without Hurting the Environment