What to Tell a Contractor About New Concrete or Builder Coatings
New concrete and pavers often come with coatings or care instructions you don't know about. Sharing them avoids damage and wasted work.
Install date
Concrete gains strength over its first weeks. Follow the builder's or installer's guidance on when it can be cleaned or sealed.
Builder-applied coatings
Some builders apply a cure-and-seal product. Knowing that changes whether and how a new sealer goes on.
Construction marks
Mud, mortar splatter and tire marks are common near new builds. Some come out fully; photos help set expectations.
Warranty paperwork
Check whether your builder warranty says anything about cleaning products or sealers.
What to avoid
- Aggressive pressure on very new concrete
- Sealing before checking what's already on the surface
When to call a professional
Share your install date and any builder paperwork with your quote request. See our driveway & concrete cleaning service.
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