For me, the drive to protect and preserve hardscapes is more than a business—it’s a calling shaped by twenty-five years on the job, boots on the ground, witnessing the full spectrum of craftsmanship and its consequences. Early in my career, I watched contractors race through installations, cutting corners on base preparation and skimping on proper jointing materials. At the other extreme, I saw true artisans pour their hearts into every stone, only to watch those same pavers fail a decade later—victims of relentless sun, torrential rains, and the simple fact that no surface is truly maintenance‑free.

Time and again, homeowners endured chipped edges, shifting stones, and unsightly stains for years before finally calling for a “big fix.” They’d spend thousands patching problems that could have been prevented, and often tens of thousands more when total replacement became the only option. It didn’t have to be that way. I knew there was a better path: one where small, strategic interventions—correcting a settling base here, replenishing joint sand there, applying the right sealer at the right time—could extend the life of a driveway or pool deck well beyond expectations.

That belief is the foundation of Echelon Protect. We exist to empower you with proactive care, expert diagnosis, and tailored maintenance plans that keep your hardscapes performing beautifully for decades. By addressing root causes instead of just surface symptoms, we save you money, eliminate safety hazards, and unlock the full value of your outdoor investment. This is why we do what we do: to transform what too many see as an endless cycle of breakdown and repair into a lifelong partnership in beauty, durability, and peace of mind.