Block paving sealing in Hitchin: the local picture
Homes in Hitchin include plenty of semis and detached houses with room for a drive, plus older terraces where parking is tighter.
Clay soils are common in parts of the East of England, so drainage and sub-base depth get extra attention.
How much does a block paving sealing job cost in Hitchin?
In the East of England, a block paving sealing job usually costs £5.50–£16 per m² including VAT. For a 50 m² drive, that is roughly £265–£790. Your exact price depends on what the survey or your photos show, and is fixed in writing before anything is booked.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Sealing only | £5.50–£16 per m² |
| Jet wash clean with a rotary cleaner | £2.50–£5.50 per m² |
| Clean and re-sand | £5.50–£11 per m² |
| Clean, re-sand and seal | £8.50–£20 per m² |
Guide figures for the East of England, 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.
- Drying time and a date when cars can return
- Sealer applied evenly by roller or low-pressure sprayer
- Check that the paving is clean, re-sanded and dry
- Edges, walls and doors protected
- Second coat where the product requires it
How we find the cause
- How much joint sand is left
- Type of block and its age
- Walls, doors and planting to protect
- Which sealer finish suits a slope or patio
- Whether the paving is permeable (no sand, no sealing with the wrong product)
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.
Why choose Block Paving Contractors
Water planned first
Falls, channels and soakaways are designed before the pattern is chosen.
Clean finish
The site is swept, the joints are filled and you are shown how to look after the paving.
Edges set in concrete
Every edge restraint is bedded and haunched, so the paving cannot creep.
Honest timescales
We tell you how long the job takes and what can delay it, such as approvals and weather.
Sealing in Hitchin: 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 sealing job cost in Hitchin?
Guide price for Hitchin: £5.50–£16 per m² including VAT, with a minimum charge for small areas.
How often should block paving in Hitchin be cleaned?
Every two to four years for most drives, more often for shaded or north-facing paving.
Do you cover Letchworth Garden City, Stevenage and Harpenden?
Yes. We cover Hitchin and the places around it, including Letchworth Garden City, Stevenage and Harpenden, and the rest of Hertfordshire.
Sealing near Hitchin
Nearby towns we cover for sealing, and sealing across Hertfordshire:
- Sealing in Letchworth Garden City
- Sealing in Stevenage
- Sealing in Harpenden
- Sealing in Welwyn Garden City
- Sealing in Hatfield
- Sealing in Hertford
