Block paving cleaning in Whitstable: the local picture
In Whitstable, many front gardens have already been paved once, so new paving often starts with breaking out the old surface.
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 Whitstable?
In the South East, a block paving cleaning job usually costs £2.50–£5.50 per m² including VAT. For a 50 m² drive, that is roughly £135–£270. Your exact price depends on what the survey or your photos show, and is fixed in writing before anything is booked.
| 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?
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.
- Optional biocide and sealer
- Kiln-dried sand brushed in once dry (re-sanding package)
- Weeds and moss removed from the joints
- Rinse down of edges, steps and walls
- Pre-treatment where needed
What we look at first in Whitstable
- How much joint sand is left
- Type of block and its age
- Walls, doors and planting to protect
- Moss, algae, weeds and oil staining
- Shade and drainage, which affect regrowth
What happens next
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.
Why choose Block Paving Contractors
Water planned first
Falls, channels and soakaways are designed before the pattern is chosen.
Repair before replace
If your drive can be fixed or re-laid, we will say so.
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.
Itemised quotes
Break-out, waste, edging, drainage and covers are separate lines you can see.
Cleaning in Whitstable: 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.
How much does a block paving cleaning job cost in Whitstable?
Guide price for Whitstable: £2.50–£5.50 per m² including VAT, with a minimum charge for small areas.
Do you cover Herne Bay, Canterbury and Faversham?
Yes. We cover Whitstable and the places around it, including Herne Bay, Canterbury and Faversham, and the rest of Kent.
How often should block paving in Whitstable be cleaned?
Every two to four years for most drives, more often for shaded or north-facing paving.
Cleaning near Whitstable
Nearby towns we cover for cleaning, and cleaning across Kent:
- Cleaning in Herne Bay
- Cleaning in Canterbury
- Cleaning in Faversham
- Cleaning in Sittingbourne
- Cleaning in Margate
- Cleaning in Ashford, Kent
