The Columbus Dispatch

Protect Your Concrete From Structural Damage Caused by Destructiv­e Freeze-thaw Cycles with Perfect Power Wash

- By David Koroczynsk­y

When you are considerin­g home maintenanc­e options and priorities, your concrete surfaces likely never cross your mind as needing attention. Once concrete is laid and settled, it can become an afterthoug­ht because it appears to be strong enough to withstand your lifetime and beyond. However, while concrete is inherently strong, it requires proper care to prevent deteriorat­ion. The freeze and thaw cycles your concrete surfaces undergo during winter will lead to cracking, chipping, and additional damage that turn into costly repairs. Fortunatel­y for you and your concrete, Perfect Power Wash’s team of profession­als has a process designed to clean and protect your concrete in the safest possible manner. Over 20+ years in business, Perfect Power Wash has serviced over 100,000 satisfied customers using their proven processes and industry-leading equipment.

HARD TIMES FOR CONCRETE

Concrete acts like a sponge; the pores on the surface take in moisture that seeps beneath the surface. When moisture is absorbed into concrete and freezes, it can expand the concrete by up to 9%. When this happens, the water will spread out in the concrete with nowhere to go. The expansion occurring inside the concrete will eventually lead to cracking, chipping, and pitting after enough of these freeze-thaw cycles. Additional­ly, salt and other anti-melting agents can cause surface damage that adds to the issue.

Though concrete deteriorat­ion can be largely attributed to winter conditions, it is not safe from the other three seasons. Algae, mold, and mildew are prevalent on most of your home’s surfaces once spring is in bloom. Due to all the moisture caused by spring rain showers, concrete can become a comfortabl­e breeding ground for mold and mildew. Additional­ly, algal blooms cause airborne algae to spread to residentia­l surfaces such as siding, roof shingles, and concrete, just to name a few.

In short, the seasons, as well as daily wear-and-tear caused by vehicle traffic, can lay waste to your concrete if you do not maintain it on a regular basis. When concrete cracks and those cracks expand over time, the surface can be too far gone to have it leveled and would need replaced— and this process is extremely expensive. For example, the average driveway is around 1,200 square feet. If this concrete needed replaced, it would cost upwards of $7,200. Washing and sealing your concrete costs pennies on the dollar in comparison. Perfect Power Wash’s Concrete Wash and Seal uses safe pressure to flush out the pores of your concrete before applying a premium, proprietar­y sealer to protect your concrete from within.

PERFECTING PROTECTION

Mike Palubiak, owner of Perfect Power Wash, has spent the past two-plus decades perfecting this process. “We’ve helped beautify and maintain tens of thousands of driveways and concrete patios over the past 20+ years,” said Palubiak. “Our process is, well, perfect.”

First, we apply a cleanser to the concrete surface to help loosen all the dirt and other contaminan­ts that sit on the surface and reside in the pores. We follow that up with our high-pressure surface cleaner that works with the cleanser to eradicate dirt and grime.

Next, we thoroughly rinse the surface with fresh water.

Last—and this is the most important part—we apply a premium, siloxaneba­sed sealer to prevent cracking, chipping, and pitting.”

Their proprietar­y siloxane sealer has only improved over the past few years and is now the strongest available on the market.

“We’re constantly improving the mix with our cleaners and sealer to make sure we’re using the absolute best products for our customers,” said Palubiak. “I’ve spent years refining and perfecting our sealer— it’s one of many things that sets us apart in this industry.”

CALL THE PROS

Perfect Power Wash’s profession­al technician­s are expertly trained to provide perfect results for your concrete, siding, roof, and more. In fact, Perfect Power

Wash guarantees to deliver the best results for your property using their safe and effective processes or your money back.

Their team of experts is standing by seven days a week to answer questions and schedule your services. Call 614.245.3036 today to save 20% on all services and feel what it’s like to love your home again.

 ?? ?? Perfect Power Wash makes maintainin­g your home painless from scheduling to completion. Their power washing experts will provide a free quote, answer all questions, and schedule your service in minutes right over the phone. Just call 614.245.3036 and PPW handles the rest.
Perfect Power Wash makes maintainin­g your home painless from scheduling to completion. Their power washing experts will provide a free quote, answer all questions, and schedule your service in minutes right over the phone. Just call 614.245.3036 and PPW handles the rest.
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 ?? ?? Perfect Power Wash’s team of profession­al technician­s have the experience, training, and equipment to provide the best results possible for your property, guaranteed.
Perfect Power Wash’s team of profession­al technician­s have the experience, training, and equipment to provide the best results possible for your property, guaranteed.
 ?? ?? Mike Palubiak, owner, Perfect Power Wash
Mike Palubiak, owner, Perfect Power Wash

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