How much does driveway cleaning cost?

It’s not hard to see how your driveway can become very dirty. It might have moss and weeds because of neglect. Prevent further damage by keeping your driveway clean. Do you know what affects the cost of cleaning and sealing a driveway?

Driveway cleaning costs per square metre typically range from £8.50 and £12.50. The cleaning process usually involves power washing, as well as sealing. These keep your driveway functioning at its best. Power washing takes four to eight hours, depending on the size of your driveway. It can take four hours for a small area, so driveway washing prices usually start at £200.

Driveway cleaning price list

What factors affect driveway cleaning prices in the UK?

How much does it cost to get your driveway cleaned? Here are the factors determining how much it costs to clean a driveway:

Driveway size

A single driveway is usually cheaper to clean and seal. Fees will go up for bigger ones, and ease of access will also affect the total cost. Your driveway might have difficult-to-clean areas, such as a narrow passageway or curve. A small driveway costs £93 to £115 to clean.

Driveway condition

Suppose your tarmac or concrete driveway has lots of weeds or is very dirty. In that case, it will cost more time and money. On the other hand, you don't need a big budget if you regularly clean your driveway.

Resanding

Some driveways need paving or resanding because regular cleaning removes the sand foundation. And once it becomes unstable, the blocks will start moving and come off the ground.

Your location

If you live in populated cities like London, expect to pay £35 to £55 more than the homeowners in Northern England.

Driveway cleaning and sealing costs

What else can driveway cleaners do?

Reasons to have your driveway pressure cleaned

For one, it removes stubborn stains and grime and improves the appearance of your property, giving it a fresh, clean look. Second, it protects the integrity of your driveway, as algae and acidic grime can gradually erode your driveway.

Having your driveway power washed also prevents potential accidents and injuries since cracked and pitted surfaces can cause trips and falling hazards. At the same time, grime and mildew cause slipping hazards. Cleaning also reduces the likelihood of weed and moss.

What machines do professionals use for driveway cleaning?

Taskers use three machines for cleaning driveways: pressure, jet, and power washers:

1. Pressure washers use cold water with high pressure to clean surfaces. They get rid of buildup and surface grease. 
2. Power washers use hot water to clean surfaces. They are beneficial if there are a lot of stains present.
3. Jet washers are similar to power washers; they use hot water to clean surfaces.

What processes are involved in driveway cleaning?

Professionals might do the following things to clean your driveway:

• Remove loose debris and weeds
• Soak the surface with a mixture of water and detergent
• Pressure wash the whole area, especially the joints
• Dry the driveway for a day or two.
• Put kiln-dried sand on the surface and sweep it into the joints.
• Use vibrating plates to compact the sand, remove the excess sand, and use a sealant spray
• Dry the area for one to four hours. 
• Check the surface and re-apply the sand in missed joints.
• Apply another coat of sealant.

Driveway cleaning quotes from Taskers

Overall, driveway cleaning tasks cost £120 to £200 only, depending on the size of the driveway, its current condition, and more. Talk to a Tasker and list your requirements to get a more accurate quotation.