How much does a block paving cleaning job cost in Leicestershire?
Expect block paving cleaning jobs in Leicestershire 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.
| Item | Guide 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 the East Midlands, checked 9 November 2026.
Towns we cover in Leicestershire
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What does a block paving cleaning job involve?
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.
Block drives laid twenty or thirty years ago are often ready for re-laying rather than replacing, because sound blocks outlast a weak base.
- Rinse down of edges, steps and walls
- Rotary surface clean at a pressure that will not blow out the joints
- Pre-treatment where needed
- Optional biocide and sealer
- Kiln-dried sand brushed in once dry (re-sanding package)
How we find the cause
- How much joint sand is left
- Shade and drainage, which affect regrowth
- Walls, doors and planting to protect
- Type of block and its age
- Whether any blocks are loose or sunken first
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 Leicestershire: questions
Do you cover Leicester, Loughborough and Hinckley?
Yes. We cover all of Leicestershire, including Leicester, Loughborough and Hinckley.
How often should block paving in Leicestershire 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.
