Planning a block paving sealing job in Portishead
In Portishead, many front gardens have already been paved once, so new paving often starts with breaking out the old surface.
Sloping plots are common in the South West, which affects edging, steps and where the water runs.
How much does a block paving sealing job cost in Portishead?
Guide price in Portishead: £5–£15 per m² including VAT, which puts a 50 m² drive at about £250–£750. These are South West guide figures; the survey confirms the real price before you commit.
| 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. See all prices or use the guide price tool.
What does a block paving sealing job involve?
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.
- Second coat where the product requires it
- 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
How we find the cause
- Shade and drainage, which affect regrowth
- Type of block and its age
- Moss, algae, weeds and oil staining
- Whether any blocks are loose or sunken first
- Which sealer finish suits a slope or patio
What happens next
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.
How we work
Water planned first
Falls, channels and soakaways are designed before the pattern is chosen.
Honest timescales
We tell you how long the job takes and what can delay it, such as approvals and weather.
Itemised quotes
Break-out, waste, edging, drainage and covers are separate lines you can see.
Repair before replace
If your drive can be fixed or re-laid, we will say so.
Sealing in Portishead: 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 Portishead be cleaned?
Every two to four years for most drives, more often for shaded or north-facing paving.
How much does a block paving sealing job cost in Portishead?
Guide price for Portishead: £5–£15 per m² including VAT, with a minimum charge for small areas.
Do you cover Nailsea, Clevedon and Weston-super-Mare?
Yes. We cover Portishead and the places around it, including Nailsea, Clevedon and Weston-super-Mare, and the rest of Somerset.
Sealing near Portishead
Nearby towns we cover for sealing, and sealing across Somerset:
- Sealing in Nailsea
- Sealing in Clevedon
- Sealing in Weston-super-Mare
- Sealing in Bath
- Sealing in Burnham-on-Sea
