Block Paving Re-sanding & Re-jointing | Block Paving Contractors

What does a re-sanding job involve?

Re-sanding is refilling the joints between blocks with fine, dry jointing sand, usually kiln-dried, and working it down with a brush and a plate compactor fitted with a protective pad. The sand in the joints is what makes blocks lock together; when it washes or sweeps out, the blocks can move, rattle and let weeds in.

Joints empty naturally over time, and especially after pressure washing. Re-sanding on its own is a quick job on a clean, dry surface; on dirty paving it follows a clean.

What is included?

Surface swept and dried
Kiln-dried sand brushed into every joint
Plate compactor with a rubber pad to settle the sand
Second top-up and surplus swept off

Which options are there?

Kiln-dried sand

The standard jointing material for block paving.

Weed-inhibiting jointing sand

Sand blended to discourage weeds; costs a little more.

Grit for permeable paving

Permeable drives are re-jointed with grit, never sand.

How much does a re-sanding job cost?

UK guide price£3–£10 per m² inc VATIncluding VAT at 20%

For a 50 m² drive in the Midlands, that typically comes to £200–£500. London and the South East cost more, the North East, Yorkshire and Wales a little less. Smaller jobs cost more per square metre because set-up and waste costs do not shrink with the area.

Region	Guide price inc VAT
London	£3.50–£12 per m²
South East	£3–£11 per m²
East of England	£3–£11 per m²
South West	£3–£10 per m²
West Midlands	£3–£10 per m²
East Midlands	£3–£10 per m²
North West	£3–£10 per m²
Yorkshire and the Humber	£2.50–£9 per m²
North East	£2.50–£9 per m²
Wales	£3–£9.50 per m²
Scotland	£3–£10 per m²
Northern Ireland	£3–£9.50 per m²

Guide figures checked 9 November 2026. Your written quote after the survey is the price you pay. See the full price list or try the guide price tool.

Is a re-sanding job right for you?

Good for

Joints that have emptied
After a clean
Rattling or loose blocks

Think twice if

Permeable block paving (use the specified grit)

How does it work?

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.

Questions about re-sanding

Why is kiln-dried sand used for block paving?

It is dry and fine, so it flows right to the bottom of narrow joints. Damp building sand bridges and leaves voids.

How often does block paving need re-sanding?

Typically every few years, and always after pressure washing. A sealer helps hold the sand in for longer.

Can I re-sand block paving myself?

Yes, on a dry day, by brushing kiln-dried sand in until the joints are full. A plate compactor with a pad gives the best fill.

Where do you offer re-sanding jobs?

We quote re-sanding jobs across the UK. Choose your area for local prices and towns.

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