Here’s how Pristine Clean can help protect your concrete from the icy grip of Northeast Ohio winter

By Mimi Vanderhaven

Here we are just two weeks from Labor Day, which means fall is not far behind. So now is the time area homeowners begin thinking about winter home maintenance projects, including cleaning and sealing concrete surfaces—before Northeast Ohio’s notorious freeze/thaw cycle can cause chipping, cracking and flaking.

“There are many weeks of nice weather left to enjoy the outdoors, so we’re still really busy power washing siding and roofs,” says Ken Wilson, founder of Pristine Clean. “But now is when more people start scheduling our popular Concrete Clean & Seal.”

Why It Matters
“Concrete is porous,” Ken explains. “And when water enters those pores and freezes, it expands by ten percent—which shatters the concrete. That’s why our Concrete Clean & Seal is so effective. We clean your driveway then seal it to prevent water from getting into your concrete and freezing.”

Using leading-edge, walk-behind cleaning units, the techs at Pristine deep clean your concrete to clear it of dirt and contaminants, then apply a silane-siloxane sealer, which chemically reacts to create a hydrophobic barrier. After the application, the sealer also mitigates staining and protects your driveway and walkways from further contaminants, such as oils and road salt.

Siding and Roofs, Too
In addition to its Concrete Wash & Seal service, Pristine Clean also power washes homes and cleans and revitalizes roofs. If you haven’t had your home power washed this year, you can still get that done, too, and not be forced to look at the build-up of grime, algae and moss all winter long.

But power washing is about more than aesthetics. “With a good exterior cleaning, homeowners see an instant improvement in the look of their property, but it’s also about protection,” Ken advises. “Proper cleaning and sealing adds years of life to your siding, roof and concrete surfaces, saving you tens of thousands of dollars in the long run.”

Annual Membership Plan - Save 20%
With Pristine Clean’s new Annual Membership Plan, you can enjoy 20% off the cost of services each and every year.

“This puts home maintenance on autopilot,” Ken says. “And it’s 100% flexible. You don’t have to do the same service every year. You can do siding one year, concrete the next, roofing the next, and still earn your discount. The choice is yours.”

Add Years to the Life of Your Roof
Pristine also offers a simple and effective way to add five to 15 years to the life of your roof. “Our Roof Renew service is a soy-based, eco-friendly application that works by restoring lost oils to the shingles, increasing their flexibility and durability,” Ken says. “The application also waterproofs the surface of your roof and reduces the effects of oxidation and bacteria growth. After a Roof Renew application, your roof will look virtually brand new. This service has really taken off this year. You get the look of a new roof for a fraction of the price.”

Headquartered in Berea, Pristine Clean beautifies homes throughout Northeast Ohio. The company is highly rated on Google, Facebook, and HomeAdvisor, and is rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau. Call 440-454-7041 to arrange for a free estimate or visit PristineClean.com. All technicians are bonded, insured and certified by the Power Washers of North America.