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Sealing & Maintenance
Tile & Stone Sealing and Maintenance in San Diego
Cleaning and sealing for stone and tile indoors and out, grout and caulk repair, grout color restoration, shower glass protection and ongoing maintenance that keeps surfaces easier to care for.
Quick answer
What Does Tile and Stone Sealing Do?
Sealing helps tile, grout and stone resist stains and moisture, so they are easier to maintain. We clean surfaces thoroughly first, sanitize them with an industrial-grade pressure steamer, then seal them. Sealing is offered for countertops, backsplashes, grout, walls, windowsills, bathrooms, tubs, fireplaces and outdoor concrete and stone.
Why it matters
Cleaning Comes Before Sealing
A sealer locks in whatever is on the surface, so cleaning comes first. Our crew removes soil with cleaners that emulsify dirt and other absorbed pollutants, then uses an industrial-quality pressure steamer to flush out contaminants and sanitize the surface before sealing.
We tailor the work to each property and its needs, and we offer sealing and maintenance to customers throughout San Diego County.
Service snapshot
Sealing & maintenance
- Seals
- Countertops, backsplashes, grout, walls, tubs, fireplaces, outdoor concrete and stone
- Before sealing
- Deep cleaned and steam-sanitized
- Also
- Grout color restoration, caulk, shower glass
- Service area
- San Diego County
Sealing services
Our Sealing and Maintenance Services
Choose one or combine several.
Interior cleaning & sealing
Countertops, backsplashes, grout, walls, windowsills, bathrooms, tubs, fireplaces and more.
Grout color restoration
When grout will not come clean, or you want a new look, grout lines can be color-dyed to look new.
Outdoor surfaces
Driveways, walkways and patios cleaned, repaired and protected from stains, mold and weathering.
Shower glass
Shower glass cleaned and sealed to resist water spots and mineral stains.
Our process
How We Clean and Seal
A sealer locks in whatever is on the surface, so the work is mostly preparation.
01
Identify the surface
Interior tile, grout, outdoor concrete and acid-sensitive stone each need a different sealer.
02
Clean
Cleaners that emulsify dirt lift soil and other absorbed pollutants.
03
Steam sanitize
An industrial-quality pressure steamer flushes out contaminants and sanitizes the surface.
04
Seal
The sealer is applied once the surface is clean and dry.
05
Maintain
Ongoing maintenance and resealing keep the protection working.
Results
Cleaned and Protected Surfaces
Sealing works best on a surface that has been cleaned first. Results depend on the material and its condition.
Choosing a sealer
Sealing Is Not One Product
Interior tile, outdoor concrete and acid-sensitive marble each need a different approach, and some specialty sealers add protection against etching.
Learn how sealing works and which option suits your surface: what tile sealing is, interior tile sealing, exterior stone, concrete and tile sealing, and the MORE™ AntiEtch™ sealant for etch-prone stone.
For ongoing care, see stone tile maintenance, HOA tile and stone maintenance and pool deck cleaning and sealing.
Compare the options
Penetrating vs. Topical Sealers
Most stone is best protected by a sealer that goes into the pores rather than one that sits on top.
| Penetrating sealer | Topical sealer | |
|---|---|---|
| Where it works | Inside the pores of the stone or grout | On the surface |
| Look | Leaves the natural look; color-enhancing options exist | Can look dull and hazy |
| Stone can breathe | Yes | Less so |
| Stain-proof? | No; it slows absorption so spills can be wiped up | No |
Estimates
What Affects Your Estimate
Every estimate is based on the surface itself, and you receive it in writing before any work is booked. These are the main factors that shape it.
Surface & porosity
How porous the stone or grout is and which sealer suits it.
Indoors or outdoors
Interior tile, or driveways, walkways and patios exposed to weather.
Cleaning first
How much cleaning and steam sanitizing is needed before sealing.
Sealer type
Standard, color-enhancing, anti-slip or anti-etch protection.
Service Area
Sealing and Maintenance Across San Diego County
We tailor sealing and maintenance to each property and offer it to homeowners, businesses and HOAs throughout San Diego County, indoors and out.
Related services
Related Tile & Stone Services
Sealing
Interior Tile Sealing
Penetrating sealers for tile and grout.
Sealing
Exterior Sealing
Stone, concrete and tile outdoors.
Maintenance
HOA Tile & Stone Maintenance
Common-area stone kept on schedule.
Sealing
Pool Deck Cleaning & Sealing
Stone pool decks cleaned and protected.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is cleaning done before sealing?
A sealer locks in whatever is on the surface. We remove soil with emulsifying cleaners and sanitize with an industrial pressure steamer before sealing.
Can dirty grout be made to look new without regrouting?
Often, yes. If grout will not come clean, the grout lines can be color-dyed to look new, and you can change the color if you want a different look.
Do you seal outdoor concrete and stone?
Yes. Driveways, walkways and patios are cleaned, repaired and sealed to protect them from stains, mold and weathering.
Do you seal shower glass?
Yes. We clean shower glass and seal it so it resists water spots and mineral stains.
Get Started
Ready for Cleaner Tile, Grout & Stone?
Tell us what needs cleaning and we'll help you work out the right next step, with no pressure either way.
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Residential & commercial