How much does a re-sanding job cost in Dorset?
Expect re-sanding jobs in Dorset to come in at around £3–£10 per m², including VAT at 20%. As an example, a 50 m² drive usually comes to between £200 and £500.
| 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.
Towns we cover in Dorset
We quote re-sanding in every town across Dorset, 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 South West is wetter than the east of England, so falls and drainage are planned before the pattern is chosen.
- Plate compactor with a rubber pad to settle the sand
- Second top-up and surplus swept off
- Surface swept and dried
- Kiln-dried sand brushed into every joint
How we find the cause
- Which sealer finish suits a slope or patio
- How much joint sand is left
- Whether the paving is permeable (no sand, no sealing with the wrong product)
- Whether any blocks are loose or sunken first
- Shade and drainage, which affect regrowth
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.
Re-sanding in Dorset: questions
Do you cover Bournemouth, Poole and Weymouth?
Yes. We cover all of Dorset, including Bournemouth, Poole and Weymouth.
How often should block paving in Dorset be cleaned?
Every two to four years for most drives, more often for shaded or north-facing paving.
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.
