Last week, we talked about using the fall to catch-up on driveway maintenance. This week, let’s take a look at making sure your patio is ready for the coming winter! Patio winterization today will prevent costly repairs in the spring.

Clean Your Patio’s Surface

The surface of your patio has spent the year exposed to all sorts of dirt, grime, leaves, and other forms of debris. Start the winterization process that beautiful summer patio by taking the time to remove everything from your patio and give it a sweep with a broom. Get into the lines between pavers to removing any small pieces of loose debris. A spray-down with a pressure washer or pressure re hose can help to get rid of the rest of the dirt and grime.

Clean Off Your Grill

The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA) says that 80 percent of all U.S. households own a grill. Take the time to treat yours right – give it a good, through cleaning before putting it away for the winter.  Fire up your grill for several minutes to burn off any sticky residue. Scrape off all the extra bits with a wire brush or ball of aluminum foil. Don’t forget to take the grease tray out and wash it in the sink with dish soap. Give your grill a good wipe down on all of the exterior surfaces of your grill with a soapy sponge and water. Gentle treatment of your grill during the winterization process will step you up for a great summer grill experience next year.

Store Your Garden Accessories

If you know that your patio is going to be buried under a lot of potential snow fall, consider storing your patio furniture and garden tools in the garage or in a shed to give them protection from the elements during winter. Ice exposure can be damaging to wooden patio furniture and wood-handled garden tools – water can sneak into any cracks in the wood and weaken the material as ice forms and swells. Winterization of your furniture and accessories means they will be around to recreate your perfect outdoor space in the spring.

So, are you ready to call on the help of a professional paving company?

Call Tristate Paving. We’re a seasoned hardscaping company based in Maryland and have the experience and knowledge help you turn your backyard into the perfect retreat quickly and affordably. Our experts will work with you to find a design and layout for outdoor kitchen and dining area that you’re sure to love for years and years to come.

Our area numbers are:

West Chester: 610.563.9456

Oxford: 610.932.3566

Delaware: 302.757.4100

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