Why Brick Needs Sealing in Perth
Unsealed brick discolours faster than most homeowners expect, especially through Perth’s wetter winter months. Brick is porous enough to hold onto moisture, and that trapped moisture is what allows algae and grime to build up on the surface. On brick walls, this shows up as black or green staining. On brick driveways and paving, it shows up as moss, which also makes the surface slippery and unsafe underfoot.
Sealing stops this cycle before it starts. A quality brick sealant stops water penetrating the brick, which removes the damp conditions algae needs to grow. It also protects brick paved entertaining areas, driveways and pool surrounds from food and oil spills, so a spill can be wiped away before it has the chance to soak in and stain permanently.
Our Brick Sealing Process
Sealant only bonds properly to brick that’s free of built up algae and grime, so cleaning always comes first. Here’s how we approach every brick sealing job in Perth:
1. Inspect and assess: We check whether it’s a brick wall, brick paving or brick driveway, and assess how much algae or staining has already built up.
2. High pressure clean: We remove existing algae, moss and grime from the brick surface before any sealant is applied.
3. Dry and prep: Brick needs to be fully dry before sealing, so we allow adequate drying time based on weather conditions.
4. Apply the sealant: We apply a brick sealant matched to the surface, whether it’s a vertical wall, a driveway or a paved entertaining area.
5. Cure and protect: Once cured, brick walls show far less black or green algal growth, and brick driveways are less mossy and less slippery through winter.
We recommend resealing brick every few years depending on weather exposure and how the area is used, to keep it protected long term.
Why Choose The Pressure Cleaning Guys for Brick Sealing?
Sealing your brick is a small investment that protects you from a much bigger cost, repairing or replacing brickwork that’s degraded from years of trapped moisture and algae growth. Our brick sealing methods are chosen specifically for whether it’s a wall, driveway or paved area, so you get long lasting protection against algae, moss and staining, without paying for a coating that isn’t suited to brick.
- Highly skilled and experienced professionals
- Fully insured with public liability, motor and vehicle damage, and worker’s compensation cover
- We seal residential, commercial and industrial brick
- Same day brick clean and seal
- Superior application with guaranteed results
- Sealant selected to suit brick walls, paving or driveways
- Range of brick sealants available, including solvent based, water based, non slip, anti graffiti and petrol resistant coatings
We are Australia's Highest Rated Pressure Cleaning & Sealing Team
We always strive to deliver the best results with every job we take on, no matter how big or small. Here are some amazing reviews left by our very satisfied clients!
Excellent and prompt communication, professional service and very happy with the outcome! Would recommend. Thanks Jaxon and Fred!.
Karen Chin
Recently had my backyard and driveway done by Jaxon and his team. Really makes the house look brand new again, i cant believe how great the job came up. I 100% recommend using these guys!
Matt Evans
Quick to respond to enquiry for a quote. Price was reasonable and job booked in. Arrived as expected and worked effectively. Very happy with thoroughness of job and willingness to go the extra step where needed
Darilyn Evans
The guys were great, worked hard all day and my house looks like it’s just been built. Amazing the difference it makes getting the moss off the tiles and all the paving cleaned up. Super happy
James Crossland
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1. Why does my brick keep getting black or green staining?
Brick is porous enough to hold onto moisture, and that trapped water creates the damp conditions algae needs to grow, which shows up as black or green staining on walls and paving. Sealing blocks water from penetrating the brick in the first place, removing the moisture algae relies on and stopping the staining before it starts.
2. Does sealing stop my brick driveway from getting slippery in winter?
Yes, sealing helps reduce the moss growth on brick driveways and paving that makes them slippery through Perth’s wetter months. Since moss needs moisture to grow, a sealant that repels water reduces the conditions moss needs to establish, keeping the surface safer underfoot through winter.
3. How long does brick sealing last in Perth conditions?
Brick sealing typically lasts several years, though this depends on sun and weather exposure, foot traffic and how the brick surface is used. Driveways and high traffic paving may need resealing sooner than a low exposure wall. We can recommend a resealing schedule based on your specific brick surface.
4. Can sealing protect my brick paving from oil and food stains?
Yes, sealing protects brick paved entertaining areas, driveways and pool surrounds from oil and food spills by stopping them soaking into the porous surface. A spill can be wiped away before it stains permanently, which is especially useful for brick paving around barbecues, alfresco areas and pool surrounds.
5. What's the difference between sealing brick and sealing pavers or limestone?
Brick sealing is focused on preventing moisture penetration that leads to algae and moss growth, while paver sealing accounts for the joints between individual units and limestone sealing addresses a far more porous, fragile material. Each surface type needs a sealant formulated for its specific structure and vulnerabilities.
6. How much does brick sealing cost in Perth?
Brick sealing cost depends on the surface area, whether it’s a wall, driveway or paving, and how much cleaning is required beforehand. We assess each surface before providing a transparent, free quote, so you know the full cost upfront with no surprises. Get in touch with us today for a quote.