How much does a block paving cleaning job cost in Bedfordshire?
In the East of England, a block paving cleaning job usually costs £2.50–£5.50 per m² including VAT. For a 50 m² drive, that is roughly £130–£265. Your exact price depends on what the survey or your photos show, and is fixed in writing before anything is booked.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Jet wash clean with a rotary cleaner | £2.50–£5.50 per m² |
| Clean and re-sand | £5.50–£11 per m² |
| Clean, re-sand and seal | £8.50–£20 per m² |
| Sealing only | £5.50–£16 per m² |
Guide figures for the East of England, checked 9 November 2026.
Towns we cover in Bedfordshire
Choose a town for local prices and details for cleaning:
What is included?
Cleaning washes out some of the jointing sand, so a proper clean is followed by re-sanding with kiln-dried sand once the surface has dried. Many owners then seal the paving to lock the new sand in and keep it cleaner for longer.
Clay soils are common in parts of the East of England, so drainage and sub-base depth get extra attention.
- Pre-treatment where needed
- Optional biocide and sealer
- Rotary surface clean at a pressure that will not blow out the joints
- Rinse down of edges, steps and walls
- Weeds and moss removed from the joints
How we find the cause
- Shade and drainage, which affect regrowth
- Type of block and its age
- Which sealer finish suits a slope or patio
- Moss, algae, weeds and oil staining
- Whether the paving is permeable (no sand, no sealing with the wrong product)
How it works
Quick details
Your postcode and the job. It takes a minute.
On-site check
Measurements, levels against the damp-proof course, ground and drainage.
Itemised quote
Fixed once the specification is agreed, with no vague extras.
Laid and finished
Compacted, jointed and handed back clean.
Cleaning in Bedfordshire: questions
Will cleaning damage my block paving?
Not when it is done with a rotary cleaner at medium pressure and the joints are re-sanded afterwards. High-pressure lances held close are what cause damage.
Can you seal my drive straight after cleaning?
Only once it is completely dry and re-sanded. Sealing damp paving traps moisture and can leave a white bloom.
How often should block paving in Bedfordshire be cleaned?
Every two to four years for most drives, more often for shaded or north-facing paving.
Do you cover Luton, Bedford and Dunstable?
Yes. We cover all of Bedfordshire, including Luton, Bedford and Dunstable.
