Planning a block paving cleaning job in Runcorn
In Runcorn, many front gardens have already been paved once, so new paving often starts with breaking out the old surface.
The North West is one of the wetter parts of England, so falls, channel drains and permeable options matter more than usual.
How much does a block paving cleaning job cost in Runcorn?
Most block paving cleaning job quotes in the North West fall within £2.50–£5 per m² including VAT. A 50 m² drive would usually be about £125–£250, with any extras listed separately on your quote.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Jet wash clean with a rotary cleaner | £2.50–£5 per m² |
| Clean and re-sand | £5–£10 per m² |
| Clean, re-sand and seal | £8–£20 per m² |
| Sealing only | £5–£15 per m² |
Guide figures for the North West, checked 9 November 2026. See all prices or use the guide price tool.
What does a block paving cleaning job involve?
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.
- Rinse down of edges, steps and walls
- Optional biocide and sealer
- Weeds and moss removed from the joints
- Kiln-dried sand brushed in once dry (re-sanding package)
- Rotary surface clean at a pressure that will not blow out the joints
How we find the cause
- Whether the paving is permeable (no sand, no sealing with the wrong product)
- How much joint sand is left
- Whether any blocks are loose or sunken first
- Walls, doors and planting to protect
- Type of block and its age
How it works
Send the basics
Postcode, what you need and a rough size. Photos help.
Survey
We measure, check levels, ground and drainage, and talk through blocks and patterns.
Written quote
An itemised quote with the specification, the price and the start date.
The work
Our paving team builds it to the agreed specification and leaves the site swept.
What you can expect from us
Water planned first
Falls, channels and soakaways are designed before the pattern is chosen.
One point of contact
You deal with one team from survey to sign-off, with work carried out by paving teams working under S&K.
Repair before replace
If your drive can be fixed or re-laid, we will say so.
The dig and sub-base in writing
Your quote states the depth of dig, the sub-base thickness and how it is compacted.
Cleaning in Runcorn: 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.
Do you cover Widnes, Warrington and Ellesmere Port?
Yes. We cover Runcorn and the places around it, including Widnes, Warrington and Ellesmere Port, and the rest of Cheshire.
How often should block paving in Runcorn be cleaned?
Every two to four years for most drives, more often for shaded or north-facing paving.
How much does a block paving cleaning job cost in Runcorn?
Guide price for Runcorn: £2.50–£5 per m² including VAT, with a minimum charge for small areas.
Cleaning near Runcorn
Nearby towns we cover for cleaning, and cleaning across Cheshire:
- Cleaning in Widnes
- Cleaning in Warrington
- Cleaning in Ellesmere Port
- Cleaning in Newton-le-Willows
- Cleaning in Northwich
- Cleaning in Chester
