There is nothing quite like the stunning beauty of a natural stone countertop in the kitchen, but these are highly valuable structures that need a bit of help now and then to maintain their beauty. That may include sealing out the potential risks to them, such as staining and moisture, and our Jacksonville cleaning and home improvement service can help. At First Coast Home Pros, we offer comprehensive Jacksonville natural stone cleaning services that can help you restore the beauty and protect your countertops for years to come.

The Benefits of Countertop Sealing Services

Sealing your stone countertop offers a variety of benefits to you and your countertops, especially if your countertop manufacturer requires this type of maintenance and upkeep (not doing so could void your warranty). Proper sealing can help you to gain years of life out of your countertops. Some of the key benefits you may see include:

  • Minimizing the penetration of stains into the surface of the stone. Depending on the type of stone and how porous it is, this can be critical.
  • Minimize the amount of work it takes to keep stone countertops clean and beautiful by sealing them.
  • Create a stain-resistant surface so you do not have to worry about things like tomato sauce or the kids spilling their drink on the surface.
  • Protect the stone from the invasion of bacteria or harboring bacteria that could make your kitchen less sanitary.
  • Extend the lifespan of the countertop by ensuring that it continues to look fantastic for years to come.

It is true that many natural stones, like granite and quartz, are highly durable and not likely to suffer a lot of surface damage, no matter what you put them through. Yet, those stone surfaces are not flat, no matter how smooth they feel. To ensure that nothing hides in those small fissures and tiny cracks in the surface, consider the value of sealing the surface over, and our Jacksonville cleaning and home improvement service can help.

Trust a Professional with the Countertop Sealing Process

It is critical to consider the value of countertop sealing services as professional service is often the best way to preserve your countertops long-term. Our First Coast Home Pros team can ensure the work is done properly based on your specific stone needs, minimizing the risk of damage to them. Some of the reasons to work with our Jacksonville stone countertop sealing service include:

  • Ensure the right type of sealing application is completed based on your type of stone. This can make or break the value of the stone.
  • Minimize any risk of voiding your warranty since our team will know how to properly handle the type of countertop you have, minimizing the risks associated with damage to it.
  • Let us do the hard work for you, helping you keep your home looking fantastic without giving up your Saturdays to do the work.

With our experience and confidence, we can ensure that your stone is properly protected for years to come, looking its best throughout that time. We can address any concerns you have, providing you with more of the help and support you need to ensure long-term results. Our team is happy to help you with any concerns you may have or make recommendations for improving your countertops if there is substantial damage to them.

Can You Use Self-Applications of Sealant?

You may be tempted to try to seal your countertops yourself, but doing so can pose a significant risk for any property owner because of the risks involved. The wrong sealant or the improper application of sealing material can leave your countertop exposed and cause direct damage to the stone. Many products sold in home improvement stores are ineffective and simply not worth the investment because they do not last.

When to Call Our Countertop Sealing Service for Your Home

When should you seal your stone countertops? There are many different times and reasons to use sealants, and beyond any other step, consult with your manufacturer first. Your warranty is your guide, but there are a few additional factors to consider:

  • Plan to have your countertop sealed when it is installed (usually done by the installer) and then a year later or sooner.
  • Call us out for stone sealing if you notice any water stains on the surface of the stone that seem to take a long time to evaporate.
  • Consider resealing your countertops every year as a way to consistently maintain them over time, but be sure that this aligns with your manufacturer’s recommendations.
  • If you use chemicals to clean your stone countertops, you need to consider resealing your countertops more frequently since chemicals will damage the actual sealant over time.
  • If you are just moving into your home and you are not sure when the countertops have been sealed, it is a good idea to have them done as a type of protection.

If you are not sure if your countertops need to be sealed, give our team a call for an inspection. We can offer insight into when this type of step can be beneficial to your countertops to give them back some of their beauty and like-new look. Keeping your natural stone free from stains and other damage is worth the investment you make into sealing, so call First Coast today.

What Type of Stone Needs to Be Sealed?

Any type of porous natural stone needs to be sealed to block out stains and damage. This includes granite countertops, marble countertops, as well as other types of natural stone like quartz, onyx, quartzite, and soapstone. If you are unsure what type of stone you have, reach out to us to learn how we can help you, and be sure to read our customer reviews.

Schedule a Free Estimate for Sealing Your Stone Countertops

When it comes to protecting your home’s value and keeping it looking its best, there is no better team to call than First Coast Home Pros. Our Jacksonville stone countertop sealing services are available to you now, and our professional team wants to help you. Give us a call for a free estimate and learn how our award-winning work can protect other areas of your home.