How much does a re-sanding job cost in Bristol?
In the South West, a re-sanding job usually costs £3–£10 per m² including VAT. For a 50 m² drive, that is roughly £200–£500. 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 |
|---|---|
| Re-sanding / re-jointing (standalone) | £3–£10 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 |
| Sealing only | £5–£15 per m² |
Guide figures for the South West, checked 9 November 2026.
Re-sanding in Bristol and nearby
We cover the whole of Bristol (BS1, BS2, BS3, BS4, BS5, BS6 and the rest of the BS postcodes), plus nearby towns:
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.
The South West is wetter than the east of England, so falls and drainage are planned before the pattern is chosen.
- Second top-up and surplus swept off
- Plate compactor with a rubber pad to settle the sand
- Kiln-dried sand brushed into every joint
- Surface swept and dried
How we find the cause
- Whether any blocks are loose or sunken first
- How much joint sand is left
- Moss, algae, weeds and oil staining
- Walls, doors and planting to protect
- Which sealer finish suits a slope or patio
How it works
Tell us about the job
Use the form, the quote tool, WhatsApp or a call.
We take a look
A survey visit, or photos for smaller repair and cleaning jobs.
Price in writing
Every line itemised, including the dig, edging and drainage.
Booked and built
Agreed start date, then the work, the final clean-down and the joint top-up.
Re-sanding in Bristol: questions
Do you cover Kingswood, Mangotsfield and Nailsea?
Yes. We cover all of Bristol, including Kingswood, Mangotsfield and Nailsea.
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.
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 much does a re-sanding job cost in Bristol?
Guide price for Bristol: £3–£10 per m² including VAT, with a minimum charge for small areas.
