Curb Care & Homeowner Responsibilities
Proper care and maintenance will ensure your concrete curbing stays in great condition for years to come. Below are important guidelines to follow after installation and throughout the life of your curb.
Caring for Your Curb
1) Installation & Responsibility
We take great care to ensure your curb is flawless before we leave. Our team inspects the entire installation, making necessary touch-ups. If any accidental marks occur during cleanup, we fix them on-site.
Once we leave, any damage is beyond our responsibility—this includes pets, children, or accidental impacts. Concrete curbing cannot be patched, so any damage that occurs afterward is the homeowner's responsibility. To ensure the curb was in perfect condition when we finished, we record a video of the completed installation before leaving.
2) First 48 Hours Are Critical
Avoid any activity around the curb for at least 48 hours after installation.
Keep sprinklers off for at least 24 hours to allow proper curing.
Even though the curb may appear solid, it is still vulnerable to scratches, crumbling, or damage from heavy pressure.
Avoid using rakes, shovels, or other tools near the curb during this period.
3) Concrete Curbing is Durable but Not Indestructible
Concrete curbing does not crumble or fall over on its own. If it becomes damaged within hours of installation, there is always an external cause. If you notice an issue, check for disturbances such as footprints, scratches, or pressure marks.
Ongoing Maintenance
1) Does My Curb Need to Be Resealed?
If your curb has color, it will need periodic resealing to maintain its appearance. We recommend this is resealed every 18 months.
Plain (gray) concrete curbing does not require sealing.
Colored curbing is sealed upon installation but will need resealing over time to keep the color vibrant.
The frequency of resealing depends on personal preference—if the curb loses its gloss or appears faded, it’s time to reseal. We recommend resealing every 18 months.
UV exposure breaks down acrylic sealers over time, causing them to lose their luster. This is not fading of the color itself, but rather the sealer wearing down.
Beware of false claims—there is no such thing as a "10-year sealer." If such a product existed, every concrete company in the country would be using it!
Ongoing Maintenance
Does My Curb Need to Be Resealed?
If your curb has color, it will need periodic resealing to maintain its appearance. We recommend this is resealed every 18 months.
Plain (gray) concrete curbing does not require sealing.
Colored curbing is sealed upon installation but will need resealing over time to keep the color vibrant.
The frequency of resealing depends on personal preference—if the curb loses its gloss or appears faded, it’s time to reseal. We recommend resealing every 18 months.
UV exposure breaks down acrylic sealers over time, causing them to lose their luster. This is not fading of the color itself, but rather the sealer wearing down.
Beware of false claims—there is no such thing as a "10-year sealer." If such a product existed, every concrete company in the country would be using it!
Mowing, Edging & Snow Removal
Concrete curbing is durable but does not have the same PSI or tensile strength as batch plant concrete. The mix used in landscape curbing is similar to mortar and does not contain rock aggregates for reinforcement.
Lawn Mowers – Push and riding mowers can safely pass over curbing, but ensure that mower decks are properly adjusted. Blades set too low can scratch or chip the concrete.
Trimmers/Weed Whackers – Standard trimmers will not damage curbing, but metal blades should never be used near the curb.
Large Vehicles & Equipment – Do not drive tractors, heavy machinery, or vehicles over the curb. If your vehicle leaves ruts in the grass, imagine what it will do to the curb!
Snow Removal – Snow blowers, plows, skid steers and similar equipment can cause damage if they run over the curb. Flag all curb areas before winter to prevent accidental hits.
Homeowner Responsibilities
1) Sprinklers & Drainage
Ensuring proper drainage is critical for both your curb and your home’s foundation. It’s essential to follow our recommendations to prevent water-related issues.
We add drainage cuts in key areas to allow rain and snowmelt to flow through the curb. These cuts are not designed to handle large amounts of water from your roof.
Downspouts must be extended beyond the curb—either over the top or through a black drainage pipe. Improper drainage can cause water to pool near your foundation, leading to basement issues.
2) Sprinkler Adjustments
Your existing sprinkler heads may be inside the new curb line and could require slight adjustments or raising.
Most sprinklers shoot over the curb without issues, but some may need repositioning.
We are curbers, not irrigation specialists—adjusting sprinkler heads is the homeowner’s responsibility.
