2026 Cost Guide
How Much Does Concrete Sealing Cost in Kelowna?
Quick Answer
Most Okanagan residential concrete sealing projects land somewhere between roughly $500 and $2,500, depending on the size of the slab, the surface type, and the condition of the concrete. A small walkway sits near the bottom; a large stamped or exposed-aggregate driveway sits near the top. Use the calculator to get a ballpark for your own project, then book a free on-site assessment for a firm number.
Concrete Sealing Cost Calculator
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Stamped, exposed-aggregate, broom or coloured.
Estimated Range
$719 – $1,438
CAD · ballpark, not a binding quote
Estimates are a ballpark range only, based on typical Okanagan projects. Final pricing is set after a free on-site assessment.
The Variables
What Affects Concrete Sealing Price
There's no single sticker price for concrete sealing, and anyone who quotes you one over the phone is guessing. Here's what actually moves the number on a Kelowna job.
Size (square footage)
This is the biggest lever. More square footage means more sealer and more labour. Sealing is largely priced per square foot, so a 200 sq ft walkway and a 700 sq ft double driveway are very different jobs even on the same surface.
Surface type
A smooth broom-finish driveway drinks far less product than rough exposed aggregate or a pool deck that needs a non-slip additive. Stamped and decorative concrete sit higher because the texture and detail take more material and more careful application.
Condition & prep
Clean concrete with no cracks seals fast. Heavy oil staining, moss, hairline cracks, or old peeling acrylic that has to be stripped first all add prep time. The worse the starting condition, the more labour goes in before a drop of sealer touches the slab.
Sealer type
A cheap acrylic topical coating costs less up front but peels and needs redoing every couple of years. A penetrating crystalline sealer like Pavix CCC-100 costs more per square foot but soaks into the concrete and lasts 7–10+ years. Different product, different price, very different lifespan.
Accessibility
An open, easy-to-reach driveway is a quick job. Tight side yards, gated backyards, stairs, slopes, or anything that slows down cleaning and spraying adds time — and time is most of the cost.
Repairs
Sealing over an unrepaired structural crack just traps water. If your slab needs crack filling or spall patching before sealing, that's factored in. We flag it on the assessment so it's never a surprise on the invoice.
Typical Ranges
Concrete Sealing Cost by Surface
The table below shows the typical per-square-foot ranges we build our calculator on. These are ranges for planning, not quotes. Your actual price depends on the condition of the slab and the prep it needs.
| Surface | Typical $/sq ft |
|---|---|
| Driveway | $1.25 – $2.50 |
| Patio / Walkway | $1.50 – $3.00 |
| Pool Deck | $2.00 – $3.50 |
| Exposed Aggregate | $1.75 – $3.25 |
| Garage Floor | $1.50 – $3.00 |
| Commercial / Warehouse | $0.75 – $2.00 |
Minimum job is CAD 400. Condition adjusts the range — fair concrete adds around 15%, poor concrete around 35% for the extra prep. Plug your numbers into the calculator above for a tailored ballpark.
The Real Math
Why the Cheapest Seal Isn't the Cheapest
A $0.90/sq ft acrylic coating looks like a deal until you do the math over ten years. Topical acrylics sit on top of the concrete, and our 50–80+ annual freeze-thaw cycles chew through them. They peel, flake, and trap moisture — so you're paying to strip and redo them every couple of years.
We use Pavix CCC-100, a penetrating crystalline sealer that soaks into the slab and becomes part of the concrete. One application protects for 7–10+ years. Higher upfront, lower cost-per-year, and no peeling film to deal with.
But the real number to watch isn't the sealer — it's the cost of not sealing at all.
Sealing vs. Replacing
Replace
$4,000–$8,000+
$8–15 / sq ft
Seal
A fraction
Most driveways
Sealing isn't an expense. It's cheap insurance against a five-figure replacement.
How We Quote
From Ballpark to Firm Number
The calculator on this page gets you a ballpark in seconds. For an exact price, we come out and look at the concrete — for free, with no obligation.
We measure the actual area, check the surface type and condition, look for cracks or staining that need attention, and confirm access. Then you get a firm written quote with no hidden fees and no pressure.
That on-site step is why we don't post one flat price. It's also how you avoid the lowball-then-upsell game some contractors play.
FAQ
Concrete Sealing Cost: Common Questions
How much does it cost to seal a 2-car driveway in Kelowna?
A typical double-car driveway runs about 400–600 sq ft. Using our calculator, most land in the low four figures depending on surface type and condition. Stamped or exposed-aggregate driveways sit at the higher end because the texture drinks more product. The only way to get an exact number is a free on-site assessment.
Why won't you just post a flat price?
Because no two slabs are the same. Square footage, surface type, how much prep and crack repair it needs, and access all move the number. A flat 'per driveway' price either overcharges the small jobs or loses money on the big ones. We give you a ballpark with the calculator, then a firm written quote after we see the concrete.
Does sealing actually save money?
Yes, over the life of the slab. Replacing concrete in the Okanagan runs $8–$15 per square foot — that's $4,000–$8,000+ for an average driveway. Sealing costs a fraction of that and a quality penetrating sealer extends the life of the concrete by years, blocking the freeze-thaw water that causes spalling and cracking in the first place.
How often do I need to re-seal?
It depends on the product. Cheap acrylic topical sealers peel and need redoing every 1–3 years. A penetrating crystalline sealer like Pavix CCC-100 becomes part of the concrete and protects for 7–10+ years from a single application, so the cost-per-year is far lower even though the upfront price is higher.
What's included in the price you quote?
Our quotes cover surface cleaning and prep, basic crack treatment, even application of the sealer, and final inspection. We'll flag anything unusual — heavy oil staining, structural cracks, failed old sealer that needs stripping — before we start so there are no surprises on the invoice.
Is DIY sealing cheaper than hiring a pro?
On paper, slightly. A jug of hardware-store sealer plus a sprayer might run a couple hundred dollars. But DIY usually means a topical product that peels, uneven coverage, and missed prep — so you're redoing it in a year or two. The gap between a proper professional penetrating seal and a DIY acrylic is small upfront and large over ten years.
Get an Exact Price for Your Concrete
The calculator gives you a ballpark. A free on-site assessment gives you a firm number — no obligation, no pressure.