How much does a re-sanding job cost in Essex?
Expect re-sanding jobs in Essex to come in at around £3–£11 per m², including VAT at 20%. As an example, a 50 m² drive usually comes to between £210 and £530.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Re-sanding / re-jointing (standalone) | £3–£11 per m² |
| Jet wash clean with a rotary cleaner | £2.50–£5.50 per m² |
| Clean and re-sand | £5.50–£11 per m² |
| Clean, re-sand and seal | £8.50–£20 per m² |
| Sealing only | £5.50–£16 per m² |
Guide figures for the East of England, checked 9 November 2026.
Towns we cover in Essex
We quote re-sanding in every town across Essex, including:
- Southend-on-Sea
- Basildon
- Colchester
- Chelmsford
- Harlow
- Grays
- Braintree
- Brentwood
- Clacton-on-Sea
- South Benfleet
- Canvey Island
- Billericay
- Loughton
- Rayleigh
- Stanford-le-Hope
- Wickford
- Witham
- Pitsea
- Maldon
- Waltham Abbey
- South Ockendon
- Harwich
What is included?
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.
Flat ground across much of the East means falls have to be built in carefully so water does not sit on the drive.
- 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
How we find the cause
- Whether any blocks are loose or sunken first
- Moss, algae, weeds and oil staining
- Which sealer finish suits a slope or patio
- Shade and drainage, which affect regrowth
- Type of block and its age
How it works
Send the basics
Postcode, what you need and a rough size. Photos help.
Survey
We measure, check levels, ground and drainage, and talk through blocks and patterns.
Written quote
An itemised quote with the specification, the price and the start date.
The work
Our paving team builds it to the agreed specification and leaves the site swept.
Re-sanding in Essex: questions
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 Essex be cleaned?
Every two to four years for most drives, more often for shaded or north-facing paving.
Do you cover Southend-on-Sea, Basildon and Colchester?
Yes. We cover all of Essex, including Southend-on-Sea, Basildon and Colchester.
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.
