How much does a block paving cleaning job cost in Greater London?
Expect block paving cleaning jobs in Greater London to come in at around £3–£6 per m², including VAT at 20%. As an example, a 50 m² drive usually comes to between £150 and £300.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Jet wash clean with a rotary cleaner | £3–£6 per m² |
| Clean and re-sand | £6–£12 per m² |
| Clean, re-sand and seal | £9.50–£25 per m² |
| Sealing only | £6–£18 per m² |
Guide figures for London, checked 9 November 2026.
Towns we cover in Greater London
Choose a town for local prices and details for cleaning:
- Brent
- Islington
- Bexley
- Barking
- Sutton
- Croydon
- Ilford
- Enfield
- Harrow
- Tottenham
- Walthamstow
- Dagenham
- Becontree
- Romford
- Hayes
- Fulham
- Edmonton
- Southall
- Putney
- Battersea
- Canary Wharf
- Purley
- Peckham
- Chingford
- Uxbridge
- Wimbledon
- Stamford Hill
- Brixton
- Hounslow
- Finchley
- Cricklewood
- Mitcham
- Feltham
- Acton
- Beckenham
- Streatham
- South Croydon
- Leytonstone
- Eltham
- Morden
- Carshalton
- Catford
- Willesden
- Canning Town
- Holloway
- Welling
- Shepherds Bush
- Surbiton
- Greenford
- Heston
- Stratford
- Chiswick
- Thamesmead
- Ruislip
- Greenwich
- Barnet
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.
Front gardens in much of London are short, so parking depth and the dropped kerb usually decide whether a drive is possible.
- Rotary surface clean at a pressure that will not blow out the joints
- Kiln-dried sand brushed in once dry (re-sanding package)
- Optional biocide and sealer
- Weeds and moss removed from the joints
- Pre-treatment where needed
How we find the cause
- Which sealer finish suits a slope or patio
- Whether any blocks are loose or sunken first
- How much joint sand is left
- Moss, algae, weeds and oil staining
- Shade and drainage, which affect regrowth
How it works
Tell us about the job
Use the form, the quote tool, WhatsApp or a call.
We take a look
A survey visit, or photos for smaller repair and cleaning jobs.
Price in writing
Every line itemised, including the dig, edging and drainage.
Booked and built
Agreed start date, then the work, the final clean-down and the joint top-up.
Cleaning in Greater London: questions
How much does a block paving cleaning job cost in Greater London?
Guide price for Greater London: £3–£6 per m² including VAT, with a minimum charge for small areas.
How often should block paving in Greater London be cleaned?
Every two to four years for most drives, more often for shaded or north-facing paving.
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.
