Seal Cracks Before They Get Worse
in Buffalo

The Silent Damage of Open Joints

Those gaps and cracks in your concrete might seem like minor cosmetic issues. But in Buffalo’s climate, they’re open doors for water that causes serious damage beneath the surface.

Why Joints and Cracks Need Sealing

Concrete naturally has joints and develops cracks. The problem is what happens when water enters:

• Soil erosion - Water washes away supporting material
• Void formation - Erosion creates underground cavities
• Settling - Concrete sinks into voids
• Freeze damage - Ice expansion widens cracks
• Accelerating deterioration - Each cycle makes it worse

Sealing these openings stops the cycle before major damage occurs.

Types of Joints We Seal

Expansion Joints

These intentional gaps allow concrete sections to move independently. Original caulk fails over time, leaving gaps that need resealing.

Control Joints

The grooved lines in your concrete are designed to control cracking. When they open up, they need attention.

Cold Joints

Where new concrete meets old, these joints can separate and require sealing.

Surface Cracks

Hairline and larger cracks allow water penetration and should be filled.

Professional Caulking vs. DIY

Consumer caulks from hardware stores often fail because:

• Wrong caulk type for the application
• Improper joint preparation
• No backer rod for proper depth
• Poor tooling technique

Our professional approach ensures:

• Correct caulk selection for each situation
• Thorough cleaning and preparation
• Proper backer rod installation
• Clean, professional finish
• Long-lasting results

Our Caulking Process

We follow industry best practices:

1. Remove old caulk - Clean out all previous material and debris
2. Clean joints - Ensure surfaces are ready for adhesion
3. Install backer rod - Foam rod creates proper caulk depth
4. Apply caulk - Professional-grade flexible caulk
5. Tool finish - Smooth, clean appearance

When to Caulk

The best time to seal joints is:

• Before winter - Prevent freeze-thaw water damage
• After leveling - Protect your newly repaired concrete
• When existing caulk fails - Don’t wait for damage
• With new concrete - After proper curing

Part of Complete Concrete Care

Caulking works best as part of an overall concrete maintenance plan:

• Level - Fix existing settlement
• Caulk - Seal joints and cracks
• Seal - Protect the entire surface

Contact us for a free assessment. We’ll evaluate your joints and recommend the appropriate solution.