Over time, paver patios, walkways, and driveways across Rochester and Upstate New York take a beating. Freeze-thaw cycles, heavy rain, snowmelt, and summer humidity create the perfect conditions for moss, weeds, and organic buildup to take hold in the joints between pavers. Left unchecked, these issues do more than affect appearance—they compromise the structural stability of the entire surface.
All Clean Power Wash provides professional paver cleaning, polymeric sand installation, and sealing services throughout Upstate NY. Whether your patio needs a maintenance wash to remove surface grime or a complete joint blowout and re-sanding to restore stability, our team delivers results that protect your investment for years to come.
Ready to restore your paver patio or walkway? Contact All Clean Power Wash at (585) 703-8491 or schedule your free consultation online.
Not every paver surface requires the same level of service, and our process starts with an honest assessment during your on-site consultation. We inspect the joints between the pavers to determine the condition of the existing sand and the type of cleaning your surface actually needs.
Full Joint Blowout and Re-Sanding
If we find moss, weeds, or other organic growth forming in the joints, it means the existing sand has broken down and is retaining moisture. Sand in this condition can no longer stabilize the pavers properly. In these cases, we perform a full joint blowout—completely removing all of the deteriorated sand so we can clean the joints thoroughly and prepare the surface for fresh polymeric sand.
Maintenance Wash
If the joint sand is still hard and intact with no signs of moss or weed growth, a soft maintenance wash is the better option. This process removes surface dirt, algae, and organic buildup while preserving the existing sand. Maintenance washes are an effective way to keep your patio looking sharp and extend the time between full sanding services—saving Rochester and Upstate NY homeowners both time and money.
Once we determine the right approach during the consultation, our process follows a proven sequence designed to maximize the longevity and appearance of your paver surface.
Step 1: Professional Paver Cleaning
We schedule the cleaning as a dedicated service to properly prep the patio. For surfaces that need a full joint blowout, our team removes all degraded sand and thoroughly cleans both the paver faces and the joints. For maintenance washes, we use a controlled, low-pressure approach to lift surface contamination without disturbing the intact sand.
All Clean’s exterior cleaning experience across thousands of residential properties throughout Rochester, Buffalo, the Finger Lakes, and Greater Upstate NY means we understand how to clean pavers safely without causing damage or displacement.
Step 2: Polymeric Sand Installation
On a separate dry day after cleaning, we install fresh polymeric sand into the joints. Polymeric sand is engineered with binding agents that harden once activated with water, creating a firm bond that standard joint sand simply cannot match.
All Clean Power Wash uses SEK Surebond Polymeric Sand, a professional-grade product that delivers superior results in our Upstate NY climate. We offer multiple color options so homeowners can match or enhance the look of their pavers, including Fieldstone, Platinum, Grey, and Black.
Benefits of Polymeric Sand Over Traditional Joint Sand
Polymeric sand outperforms traditional sand in several important ways. The binding agents lock pavers together more firmly, helping to reduce weed growth, deter insect intrusion, and prevent the sand from washing out during heavy rain—something Rochester homeowners deal with regularly from spring through fall. The result is a more stable paver surface that holds up significantly longer than one filled with conventional sand.
Step 3: Compaction
One step we never skip is compaction. After the polymeric sand is installed, we compact the pavers using a vibratory roller. This is one of the most important steps in the process because it helps the sand fully settle into the joints, improving interlock and long-term durability. Skipping compaction is one of the most common mistakes in paver restoration work, and it leads to premature joint failure.
Paver Sealing Services
As an add-on to our paver cleaning and sanding service, All Clean also offers professional paver sealing. Sealing adds an additional layer of protection and can significantly enhance the appearance of your paver surface.
Paver sealing helps protect against staining, UV fading, and moisture intrusion while making routine cleaning easier. For homeowners in Rochester and across Upstate NY, where pavers are exposed to road salt, freeze-thaw cycles, and heavy seasonal rain, sealing is one of the best steps you can take to extend the life and appearance of your hardscape.
Sealer Options
All Clean uses Trident Protects sealers, and we currently offer three options to suit different preferences:
Sealer | Type | Finish / Best For |
Tsunami | Color-enhancing, solvent-based | Rich, wet look that deepens natural paver colors. Best for homeowners who want a bold, enhanced appearance. |
Cyclone | Water-based | Matte, natural finish with full protection. Best for homeowners who want their pavers to look clean and natural. |
Breakwall | Invisible, water-based | No visible change to paver appearance. Best for homeowners who want protection without altering the look of their pavers. |
Why Paver Maintenance Matters in Upstate NY
Rochester and Upstate New York put outdoor hardscapes through some of the toughest conditions in the country. Between harsh winters with repeated freeze-thaw cycles, heavy spring rains, and humid summers that encourage algae and moss growth, paver surfaces deteriorate faster here than in milder climates.
Routine paver maintenance—periodic cleaning and re-sanding when joints begin to break down—keeps the surface stable, safe, and looking its best. Neglecting maintenance allows joint sand to erode, pavers to shift, and weeds to establish root systems that accelerate damage.
All Clean Power Wash has been providing trusted exterior cleaning services across Rochester, Buffalo, the Finger Lakes, and all of Upstate NY for over 10 years. Our OSHA-certified technicians bring the same attention to detail to every paver project that we deliver across our full range of residential and commercial cleaning services.
Protect your paver investment. Call All Clean Power Wash at (585) 703-8491 to schedule your paver consultation today.
Not always. If the joint sand is still intact and there is no moss or weed growth, a maintenance wash may be sufficient to clean the surface without disturbing the sand. During your consultation, our team inspects the joints to determine whether a maintenance wash or a full joint blowout and re-sanding is the right approach for your patio.
Polymeric sand contains binding agents that harden after activation with water. Once set, it locks pavers together more firmly than traditional sand, helping prevent weed growth, insect intrusion, and washout during heavy rain. All Clean uses SEK Surebond polymeric sand, which is available in multiple colors to match or enhance the look of your paver surface.
The lifespan of polymeric sand depends on several factors, including weather conditions, how the pavers were originally installed, the condition of the base underneath the patio, drainage, and overall use. In Upstate NY’s climate with frequent freeze-thaw cycles and heavy seasonal rain, paver patios should be viewed as a hardscape surface that requires periodic maintenance. Routine cleaning and occasional re-sanding are normal parts of keeping pavers stable and looking their best.
Sealing is optional but recommended. It adds protection against staining, UV fading, and moisture intrusion while making the pavers easier to maintain. All Clean offers three Trident Protects sealer options ranging from a rich color-enhancing finish to a completely invisible protective coat.
Yes. Both polymeric sand installation and paver sealing require dry conditions and appropriate temperatures so the sand can properly activate and the sealers can cure correctly. We schedule sanding and sealing on separate dry days to ensure the best results.
All Clean Power Wash provides paver cleaning, sanding, and sealing services throughout Rochester, Buffalo, the Finger Lakes, Syracuse, and all of Upstate New York. Contact us at (585) 703-8491 to schedule a consultation for your paver patio, walkway, or driveway.
