Block paving cleaning in Hove: what to expect
Hove has everything from short terrace frontages to wide drives on newer estates, so the survey sets the layout and the dig.
Chalk, clay and sandy ground all occur across the South East, so the dig and sub-base depth are set on the survey rather than assumed.
How much does a block paving cleaning job cost in Hove?
Most block paving cleaning job quotes in the South East fall within £2.50–£5.50 per m² including VAT. A 50 m² drive would usually be about £135–£270, with any extras listed separately on your quote.
| 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 South East, checked 9 November 2026. See all prices or use the guide price tool.
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.
- Pre-treatment where needed
- Weeds and moss removed from the joints
- Rotary surface clean at a pressure that will not blow out the joints
- Optional biocide and sealer
- Kiln-dried sand brushed in once dry (re-sanding package)
What we look at first in Hove
- Type of block and its age
- How much joint sand is left
- Shade and drainage, which affect regrowth
- Which sealer finish suits a slope or patio
- Moss, algae, weeds and oil staining
From enquiry to finished paving
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.
Why choose Block Paving Contractors
Edges set in concrete
Every edge restraint is bedded and haunched, so the paving cannot creep.
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.
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 Hove: questions
Do you cover Brighton, Portslade and Rottingdean?
Yes. We cover Hove and the places around it, including Brighton, Portslade and Rottingdean, and the rest of East Sussex.
How much does a block paving cleaning job cost in Hove?
Guide price for Hove: £2.50–£5.50 per m² including VAT, with a minimum charge for small areas.
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.
Cleaning near Hove
Nearby towns we cover for cleaning, and cleaning across East Sussex:
- Cleaning in Brighton
- Cleaning in Portslade
- Cleaning in Rottingdean
- Cleaning in Seaford
- Cleaning in Hailsham
- Cleaning in Eastbourne
