Remove Dog Urine Smell from Concrete & Pavers (Fast, Proven Method)

Why concrete & pavers keep smelling (even after you “clean” them)

Urine seeps into pores and micro-cracks. Surface perfumes and quick sprays don’t reach that depth, so odors return on hot days or after rain. The fix is to contact the same depth the urine reached and keep it wet long enough (10–20 minutes) to work through the pores.

• Depth of contact: target ~¼–½ in penetration (go slow—let it soak).
• Moisture time: keep the area damp 10–20 minutes (re-mist lightly if needed).
• Repeat passes: older/strong odors and sealed surfaces often need 2–3 passes.

Sealed vs unsealed (30-second drip test)

Drip water on a clean spot:

• Beads up → likely sealed. Expect more repeats and benefit from light agitation during dwell.
• Absorbs quickly → likely unsealed. Use a slow flood to drive solution into the pores.

Step-by-step: remove urine odor from concrete & pavers

1. Prep. Dry sweep or rinse away dust and debris so product can reach pores.
2. Apply in evening/shade. Use a watering can or low-pressure sprayer to saturate slowly. Aim for ~¼–½ in penetration; don’t spot-mist.
3. Keep damp for 10–20 minutes. Re-mist lightly if drying. On sealed surfaces, lightly agitate with a stiff brush to help contact.
4. Air-dry completely. For set-in odors, repeat in 12–24 hours. Very old hotspots may need 2–3 passes.

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Garage or indoor slab? Do this

• Ventilation: open doors/windows; use a fan to move air while treating and drying.
• Protect nearby rugs/wood: lay towels along edges; wipe up drips on baseboards.
• Old cat/dog hotspots: expect at least two passes 12–24 hours apart.

Coverage & severity (RTU)

Use this to estimate how much ready-to-use solution you need. Adjust for porosity and weather.

Using 10X Concentrate — mix 1:9

Mix 1 part concentrate : 9 parts water. Shake/stir the concentrate before diluting. Do not mix with other chemicals.

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Pro tips & watchouts

• Flow > mist: a slow flood works better than a fine mist on concrete/pavers.
• Polymeric sand joints: if joints were installed < 30 days ago, avoid aggressive agitation or pressure washing; use gentle passes and allow full dry time between treatments.
• Stain vs odor: this guide targets odor. For stains (rust, oil), use a stain-specific cleaner after odor removal.
• Do not mix chemicals: dilute 10X with water only (1:9). Never mix with bleach or ammonia-based products.
• Storage: keep sealed, cool, and out of sun; freezing delays action but won’t damage the product once thawed.

Troubleshooting — if odor persists

1. 24 hrs later still smells: increase depth (slower flood) and hold dwell closer to 20 minutes; repeat in evening.
2. Only smells on hot days: expand the treatment radius; heat is releasing deeper residues.
3. Smell moved to nearby area: likely wicking → overlap by 12–24 in around the hotspot.
4. Sealed & stubborn: plan 2–3 passes with light agitation; let each pass dry fully.
5. Adjacent pavers fine, but joints smell: target joints directly with a squeeze bottle, then lightly rinse after dry.

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