Planning a block paving cleaning job in Cardiff
Across Cardiff, front gardens range from narrow terrace plots to broad modern drives, and the best block, pattern and drainage choice changes with them.
Hilly streets in much of Wales mean many drives slope, which shapes the falls, the edging and the water route.
How much does a block paving cleaning job cost in Cardiff?
Most block paving cleaning job quotes in Wales fall within £2.50–£4.50 per m² including VAT. A 50 m² drive would usually be about £115–£235, with any extras listed separately on your quote.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Jet wash clean with a rotary cleaner | £2.50–£4.50 per m² |
| Clean and re-sand | £4.50–£9.50 per m² |
| Clean, re-sand and seal | £7.50–£19 per m² |
| Sealing only | £4.50–£14 per m² |
Guide figures for Wales, checked 9 November 2026. See all prices or use the guide price tool.
What does a block paving cleaning job involve?
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
- Optional biocide and sealer
- Rotary surface clean at a pressure that will not blow out the joints
- Pre-treatment where needed
- Weeds and moss removed from the joints
What we look at first in Cardiff
- Shade and drainage, which affect regrowth
- Whether any blocks are loose or sunken first
- How much joint sand is left
- Whether the paving is permeable (no sand, no sealing with the wrong product)
- Type of block and its age
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.
How we work
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.
The dig and sub-base in writing
Your quote states the depth of dig, the sub-base thickness and how it is compacted.
Itemised quotes
Break-out, waste, edging, drainage and covers are separate lines you can see.
Cleaning in Cardiff: 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 Cardiff?
Guide price for Cardiff: £2.50–£4.50 per m² including VAT, with a minimum charge for small areas.
How often should block paving in Cardiff 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 Cardiff
Nearby towns we cover for cleaning, and cleaning across South Glamorgan:
- Cleaning in Penarth
- Cleaning in Dinas Powys
- Cleaning in Rhiwbina
- Cleaning in Barry
- Cleaning in Llantwit Major
