Block paving cleaning in Islington: what to expect
Across Islington, front gardens range from narrow terrace plots to broad modern drives, and the best block, pattern and drainage choice changes with them.
Many London streets have controlled parking and narrow frontages, so we measure the car space and the crossover before anything else.
How much does a block paving cleaning job cost in Islington?
Expect block paving cleaning jobs in Islington 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. 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.
- Rinse down of edges, steps and walls
- Kiln-dried sand brushed in once dry (re-sanding package)
- Rotary surface clean at a pressure that will not blow out the joints
- Pre-treatment where needed
- Optional biocide and sealer
How we find the cause
- Moss, algae, weeds and oil staining
- Whether any blocks are loose or sunken first
- Shade and drainage, which affect regrowth
- Whether the paving is permeable (no sand, no sealing with the wrong product)
- Which sealer finish suits a slope or patio
How it works
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
Repair before replace
If your drive can be fixed or re-laid, we will say so.
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.
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 Islington: 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 Holloway, Stamford Hill and Canary Wharf?
Yes. We cover Islington and the places around it, including Holloway, Stamford Hill and Canary Wharf, and the rest of Greater London.
How often should block paving in Islington 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.
Cleaning near Islington
Nearby towns we cover for cleaning, and cleaning across Greater London:
- Cleaning in Holloway
- Cleaning in Stamford Hill
- Cleaning in Canary Wharf
- Cleaning in Stratford
- Cleaning in Peckham
- Cleaning in Battersea
