How much does a re-sanding job cost in Cumbria?
Most re-sanding job quotes in the North West fall within £3–£10 per m² including VAT. A 50 m² drive would usually be about £200–£500, with any extras listed separately on your quote.
| 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 North West, checked 9 November 2026.
Towns we cover in Cumbria
We quote re-sanding in every town across Cumbria, including:
What does a re-sanding job involve?
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.
The North West is one of the wetter parts of England, so falls, channel drains and permeable options matter more than usual.
- Plate compactor with a rubber pad to settle the sand
- Surface swept and dried
- Second top-up and surplus swept off
- Kiln-dried sand brushed into every joint
How we find the cause
- Shade and drainage, which affect regrowth
- Type of block and its age
- Whether any blocks are loose or sunken first
- How much joint sand is left
- Whether the paving is permeable (no sand, no sealing with the wrong product)
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 Cumbria: questions
Do you cover Carlisle, Barrow-in-Furness and Kendal?
Yes. We cover all of Cumbria, including Carlisle, Barrow-in-Furness and Kendal.
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 often should block paving in Cumbria be cleaned?
Every two to four years for most drives, more often for shaded or north-facing paving.
