Planning a block paving sealing job in Dalkeith
Around Dalkeith, plots are often larger and drives longer, so edging, falls and the route the water takes need planning.
In Scotland, front paving must be porous or drain within the property whatever its size, so drainage is part of every design.
In Scotland block paving is often called monoblock; it is the same thing, and the same rules for the base, edging and drainage apply.
How much does a block paving sealing job cost in Dalkeith?
Most block paving sealing job quotes in Scotland fall within £5–£15 per m² including VAT. A 50 m² drive would usually be about £250–£750, with any extras listed separately on your quote.
| 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 Scotland, checked 9 November 2026. See all prices or use the guide price tool.
What you get with our sealing service
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.
- Sealer applied evenly by roller or low-pressure sprayer
- Edges, walls and doors protected
- Second coat where the product requires it
- Drying time and a date when cars can return
- Check that the paving is clean, re-sanded and dry
What we look at first in Dalkeith
- Walls, doors and planting to protect
- How much joint sand is left
- Whether the paving is permeable (no sand, no sealing with the wrong product)
- Shade and drainage, which affect regrowth
- Type of block and its age
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.
What you can expect from us
Edges set in concrete
Every edge restraint is bedded and haunched, so the paving cannot creep.
Repair before replace
If your drive can be fixed or re-laid, we will say so.
Clean finish
The site is swept, the joints are filled and you are shown how to look after the paving.
Honest timescales
We tell you how long the job takes and what can delay it, such as approvals and weather.
Sealing in Dalkeith: questions
How much does a block paving sealing job cost in Dalkeith?
Guide price for Dalkeith: £5–£15 per m² including VAT, with a minimum charge for small areas.
Do you cover Bonnyrigg, Musselburgh and Tranent?
Yes. We cover Dalkeith and the places around it, including Bonnyrigg, Musselburgh and Tranent, and the rest of Edinburgh and the Lothians.
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 Dalkeith be cleaned?
Every two to four years for most drives, more often for shaded or north-facing paving.
Sealing near Dalkeith
Nearby towns we cover for sealing, and sealing across Edinburgh and the Lothians:
- Sealing in Bonnyrigg
- Sealing in Musselburgh
- Sealing in Tranent
- Sealing in Prestonpans
- Sealing in Penicuik
- Sealing in Haddington
