Planning a block paving cleaning job in Sunderland
Sunderland has a big mix of housing, from older terraces near the centre to newer estates further out, so no two drives here start from the same ground.
Wind-driven rain on the North East coast makes falls and a well-filled joint more important.
How much does a block paving cleaning job cost in Sunderland?
Guide price in Sunderland: £2.50–£4.50 per m² including VAT, which puts a 50 m² drive at about £115–£225. These are North East guide figures; the survey confirms the real price before you commit.
| 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 per m² |
| Clean, re-sand and seal | £7–£18 per m² |
| Sealing only | £4.50–£14 per m² |
Guide figures for the North 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.
- Pre-treatment where needed
- Weeds and moss removed from the joints
- Optional biocide and sealer
- Kiln-dried sand brushed in once dry (re-sanding package)
- Rinse down of edges, steps and walls
How we find the cause
- Moss, algae, weeds and oil staining
- Shade and drainage, which affect regrowth
- Whether the paving is permeable (no sand, no sealing with the wrong product)
- Walls, doors and planting to protect
- Which sealer finish suits a slope or patio
From enquiry to finished paving
Send the basics
Postcode, what you need and a rough size. Photos help.
Survey
We measure, check levels, ground and drainage, and talk through blocks and patterns.
Written quote
An itemised quote with the specification, the price and the start date.
The work
Our paving team builds it to the agreed specification and leaves the site swept.
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.
Edges set in concrete
Every edge restraint is bedded and haunched, so the paving cannot creep.
Clean finish
The site is swept, the joints are filled and you are shown how to look after the paving.
Cleaning in Sunderland: 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 Sunderland?
Guide price for Sunderland: £2.50–£4.50 per m² including VAT, with a minimum charge for small areas.
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.
Do you cover Washington, Houghton-le-Spring and Jarrow?
Yes. We cover Sunderland and the places around it, including Washington, Houghton-le-Spring and Jarrow, and the rest of Tyne and Wear.
Cleaning near Sunderland
Nearby towns we cover for cleaning, and cleaning across Tyne and Wear:
- Cleaning in Washington
- Cleaning in Houghton-le-Spring
- Cleaning in Jarrow
- Cleaning in South Shields
- Cleaning in Hebburn
- Cleaning in Tynemouth
