How much does a block paving sealing job cost in Dorset?
For Dorset, 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.
Towns we cover in Dorset
Choose a town for local prices and details for sealing:
What is included?
Sealing block paving means applying a clear liquid sealer to clean, dry paving. A good sealer soaks into the blocks and the jointing sand, binding the sand so it does not wash out, reducing staining and making the surface easier to keep clean. Some sealers also deepen the colour or leave a light sheen.
The South West is wetter than the east of England, so falls and drainage are planned before the pattern is chosen.
- Second coat where the product requires it
- Sealer applied evenly by roller or low-pressure sprayer
- Edges, walls and doors protected
- Drying time and a date when cars can return
- Check that the paving is clean, re-sanded and dry
How we find the cause
- Moss, algae, weeds and oil staining
- Type of block and its age
- Which sealer finish suits a slope or patio
- How much joint sand is left
- Whether the paving is permeable (no sand, no sealing with the wrong product)
How it works
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.
Sealing in Dorset: 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 often should block paving in Dorset be cleaned?
Every two to four years for most drives, more often for shaded or north-facing paving.
Do you cover Bournemouth, Poole and Weymouth?
Yes. We cover all of Dorset, including Bournemouth, Poole and Weymouth.
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.
