Block paving cleaning in Derby: the local picture
Across Derby, front gardens range from narrow terrace plots to broad modern drives, and the best block, pattern and drainage choice changes with them.
Block drives laid twenty or thirty years ago are often ready for re-laying rather than replacing, because sound blocks outlast a weak base.
How much does a block paving cleaning job cost in Derby?
Guide price in Derby: £2.50–£5 per m² including VAT, which puts a 50 m² drive at about £125–£250. These are East Midlands 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–£10 per m² |
| Clean, re-sand and seal | £8–£20 per m² |
| Sealing only | £5–£15 per m² |
Guide figures for the East Midlands, checked 9 November 2026. See all prices or use the guide price tool.
What you get with our cleaning service
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.
- Rotary surface clean at a pressure that will not blow out the joints
- Rinse down of edges, steps and walls
- Kiln-dried sand brushed in once dry (re-sanding package)
- Optional biocide and sealer
- Pre-treatment where needed
How we find the cause
- How much joint sand is left
- Walls, doors and planting to protect
- Whether any blocks are loose or sunken first
- Which sealer finish suits a slope or patio
- Moss, algae, weeds and oil staining
From enquiry to finished paving
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
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.
Clean finish
The site is swept, the joints are filled and you are shown how to look after the paving.
Repair before replace
If your drive can be fixed or re-laid, we will say so.
Itemised quotes
Break-out, waste, edging, drainage and covers are separate lines you can see.
Cleaning in Derby: 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 Belper, Ilkeston and Heanor?
Yes. We cover Derby and the places around it, including Belper, Ilkeston and Heanor, and the rest of Derbyshire.
How often should block paving in Derby be cleaned?
Every two to four years for most drives, more often for shaded or north-facing paving.
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.
Cleaning near Derby
Nearby towns we cover for cleaning, and cleaning across Derbyshire:
- Cleaning in Belper
- Cleaning in Ilkeston
- Cleaning in Heanor
- Cleaning in Ripley
- Cleaning in Long Eaton
- Cleaning in Swadlincote
