preserve the life of your concrete with Caulking & sealing
Top Reasons to Seal Your Concrete
Concrete sealing is essential for maintaining the longevity and appearance of your concrete surfaces. In areas like Illinois, where frost heave and extreme weather conditions are common, open cracks and joints can quickly lead to more significant problems. By caulking joints and sealing cracks, you can protect your property from costly damage and maintain its structural integrity. Here’s why concrete sealing matters:
- Water Infiltration: Cracks and open joints allow water to penetrate the surface, leading to erosion, frost heave, and eventual cracking or breakage in concrete. Proper sealing keeps water out and prevents these issues.
- Insect Infestation: Moist cracks provide an ideal environment for insects to nest and thrive. Sealing concrete eliminates this risk, keeping pests away from your home or property.
- Weed Growth: Weeds and plants are incredibly strong and can grow through small cracks, widening them over time and causing further damage to your concrete and asphalt surfaces. Concrete sealing stops this growth in its tracks.
- Enhanced Appearance: Properly sealed concrete looks cleaner, prevents discoloration, and reduces the accumulation of dirt and debris in cracks and joints.
- Increased Longevity: Sealed concrete lasts longer, saving you money on repairs and replacements in the long run.
- Safety: Eliminating cracks and uneven surfaces reduces tripping hazards, making your property safer for everyone.
- Reduced Maintenance: A sealed surface requires less frequent cleaning and maintenance, freeing up your time and energy.
CONCRETE Caulking FAQ
Still have questions? Check out our full FAQ page for more answers.
Concrete caulking is the process of sealing cracks, joints, and gaps in concrete surfaces using a specialized flexible sealant. This helps prevent water infiltration, weed growth, and other damage, extending the life of your concrete.
Caulking protects your concrete from moisture, erosion, frost heave, and debris buildup. It also prevents issues like insect infestation and weed growth, maintaining both the appearance and structural integrity of the surface.
Concrete caulking is ideal for driveways, sidewalks, patios, garage floors, parking lots, and other concrete or asphalt surfaces with joints or cracks that need sealing. If you’re unsure if your concrete could benefit from caulking, our team is happy to chat.
The lifespan of concrete caulking depends on the sealant used, environmental conditions, and maintenance. Professional-grade caulking can last 5–10 years or longer with proper care.
Small cracks can be caulked as a DIY project, but for long-lasting, professional results, it’s best to hire experts. Improperly applied sealant may fail to protect your concrete and could require rework.
While caulking significantly reduces water infiltration, combining it with proper drainage solutions, such as sloping and water redirection, ensures the best protection against water damage.
Regularly inspect the sealed joints and cracks for signs of wear, damage, or peeling. Clean the area to remove dirt and debris, and reseal as needed to maintain protection.
The cost depends on how much joint needs sealing, how bad the damage is, and what type of material we use. At Raise-Rite, we keep it simple—honest pricing, no franchise markups, and results that last.
Look for visible cracks, gaps in joints, or signs of water infiltration. If weeds or insects are present, or if the area collects dirt and debris, it’s time to consider caulking.
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Why Choose Raise-Rite
Serving Illinois since 1974
Over 50 years of experience lifting and leveling concrete across Chicagoland and beyond.
100,000+ Jobs Completed
We’ve helped more families and businesses fix their concrete than anyone else in the state.
$20M+ Saved vs. Replacement
Our concrete lifting service has saved customers millions by avoiding tear-outs and full replacements.
5-Year Warranty
We stand behind every concrete leveling job with a real warranty — no fine print, just peace of mind.
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Three generations working together to deliver honest work and long-lasting results.
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Contractors across the country come to us to learn — when you hire Raise-Rite, you get the team that sets the standard.
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We build the same polyurethane foam and equipment used by top pros across the industry.
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From homes to highways, we handle projects of all sizes — safely and professionally.
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