How much does a block paving sealing job cost in Bristol?
For Bristol, our guide is £5–£15 per m² including VAT, so a 50 m² drive is likely to be £250–£750. Smaller jobs cost more per square metre because set-up and waste costs do not shrink with the area.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Sealing only | £5–£15 per m² |
| 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 |
Guide figures for the South West, checked 9 November 2026.
Sealing in Bristol and nearby
We cover the whole of Bristol (BS1, BS2, BS3, BS4, BS5, BS6 and the rest of the BS postcodes), plus nearby towns:
What does a block paving sealing job involve?
Sealing only works on paving that has been cleaned and re-sanded first and is completely dry, so it is usually part of a clean, re-sand and seal package. It is not permanent: most sealers need renewing every three to seven years as they wear in the wheel tracks, and new paving should be left for a few months before sealing so moisture and any white efflorescence can clear.
The South West is wetter than the east of England, so falls and drainage are planned before the pattern is chosen.
- Check that the paving is clean, re-sanded and dry
- Edges, walls and doors protected
- Drying time and a date when cars can return
- Second coat where the product requires it
- Sealer applied evenly by roller or low-pressure sprayer
How we find the cause
- Which sealer finish suits a slope or patio
- How much joint sand is left
- Type of block and its age
- Whether any blocks are loose or sunken first
- Moss, algae, weeds and oil staining
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.
Sealing in Bristol: questions
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.
How often should block paving in Bristol be cleaned?
Every two to four years for most drives, more often for shaded or north-facing paving.
Do you cover Kingswood, Mangotsfield and Nailsea?
Yes. We cover all of Bristol, including Kingswood, Mangotsfield and Nailsea.
How much does a block paving sealing job cost in Bristol?
Guide price for Bristol: £5–£15 per m² including VAT, with a minimum charge for small areas.
