Block paving cleaning in Ballyclare: the local picture
Around Ballyclare, plots are often larger and drives longer, so edging, falls and the route the water takes need planning.
Dropped kerbs in Northern Ireland go through DfI Roads, so we build that timing into the plan for new drives.
How much does a block paving cleaning job cost in Ballyclare?
Guide price in Ballyclare: £2.50–£5 per m² including VAT, which puts a 50 m² drive at about £120–£240. These are Northern Ireland guide figures; the survey confirms the real price before you commit.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Jet wash clean with a rotary cleaner | £2.50–£5 per m² |
| Clean and re-sand | £5–£9.50 per m² |
| Clean, re-sand and seal | £7.50–£19 per m² |
| Sealing only | £5–£14 per m² |
Guide figures for Northern Ireland, checked 9 November 2026. See all prices or use the guide price tool.
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.
- Weeds and moss removed from the joints
- Kiln-dried sand brushed in once dry (re-sanding package)
- Rinse down of edges, steps and walls
- Optional biocide and sealer
- Rotary surface clean at a pressure that will not blow out the joints
How we find the cause
- Shade and drainage, which affect regrowth
- How much joint sand is left
- Whether any blocks are loose or sunken first
- Walls, doors and planting to protect
- Moss, algae, weeds and oil staining
What happens next
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.
Why choose Block Paving Contractors
Clean finish
The site is swept, the joints are filled and you are shown how to look after the paving.
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.
Itemised quotes
Break-out, waste, edging, drainage and covers are separate lines you can see.
Honest timescales
We tell you how long the job takes and what can delay it, such as approvals and weather.
Cleaning in Ballyclare: questions
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.
Do you cover Newtownabbey, Carrickfergus and Antrim?
Yes. We cover Ballyclare and the places around it, including Newtownabbey, Carrickfergus and Antrim, and the rest of County Antrim.
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.
How often should block paving in Ballyclare be cleaned?
Every two to four years for most drives, more often for shaded or north-facing paving.
Cleaning near Ballyclare
Nearby towns we cover for cleaning, and cleaning across County Antrim:
- Cleaning in Newtownabbey
- Cleaning in Carrickfergus
- Cleaning in Antrim
- Cleaning in Larne
- Cleaning in Belfast
- Cleaning in Castlereagh
