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Block paving cleaning in Dumfries and Galloway

Tired block paving in Dumfries and Galloway rarely needs replacing. A deep clean, fresh jointing sand and, if you want it, a sealer, make most drives look years younger.

  • 3 towns listed
  • £2.50–£5 per m² inc VAT
  • Free survey for new paving
Rotary surface cleaner cleaning a block paved drive, half clean and half stained

How much does a block paving cleaning job cost in Dumfries and Galloway?

Guide price in Dumfries and Galloway£2.50–£5 per m²Including VAT at 20%

Expect block paving cleaning jobs in Dumfries and Galloway to come in at around £2.50–£5 per m², including VAT at 20%. As an example, a 50 m² drive usually comes to between £125 and £250.

ItemGuide 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 Scotland, checked 9 November 2026.

Towns we cover in Dumfries and Galloway

Choose a town for local prices and details for cleaning:

What is included?

Block paving cleaning removes moss, algae, weeds and ground-in dirt from the surface and the joints, usually with a rotary surface cleaner on a pressure washer, which cleans evenly without the stripes a hand lance leaves. A biocide treatment can be applied to slow regrowth.

In Scotland, front paving must be porous or drain within the property whatever its size, so drainage is part of every design.

  • Weeds and moss removed from the joints
  • Pre-treatment where needed
  • Optional biocide and sealer
  • Rinse down of edges, steps and walls
  • Kiln-dried sand brushed in once dry (re-sanding package)

How we find the cause

  • Whether the paving is permeable (no sand, no sealing with the wrong product)
  • Type of block and its age
  • Shade and drainage, which affect regrowth
  • Which sealer finish suits a slope or patio
  • Walls, doors and planting to protect

How it works

  1. Tell us about the job

    Use the form, the quote tool, WhatsApp or a call.

  2. We take a look

    A survey visit, or photos for smaller repair and cleaning jobs.

  3. Price in writing

    Every line itemised, including the dig, edging and drainage.

  4. Booked and built

    Agreed start date, then the work, the final clean-down and the joint top-up.

Cleaning in Dumfries and Galloway: 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.

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 Dumfries and Galloway be cleaned?

Every two to four years for most drives, more often for shaded or north-facing paving.

Do you cover Dumfries, Stranraer and Annan?

Yes. We cover all of Dumfries and Galloway, including Dumfries, Stranraer and Annan.

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