Driveway cleaning
Based in Reading, Washmates cleans driveways across Berkshire, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire. We clean the surface back to its original colour, and every driveway clean includes re-sanding block paving with kiln-dried sand. Sealing is an optional extra. Prices start from £190, VAT included, with a fixed quote before we start.
£2m public liability insured · Fixed quote before we start
Rated 5-star on GoogleWhat's included
- The driveway surface, cleaned back to its original colour.
- Block paving re-sanded with kiln-dried sand, brushed into the joints to lock the blocks in place.
- A post-service clean-up, so the property is left tidy.
- Digital before and after photos of the work.
Not included
- Sealing. It's optional and priced on top of the clean, so mention it when you ask for a quote.
- Patios, roofs and other outdoor jobs. You can add them to the same quote, and they're priced separately.
- Leaves, hedges and weeds in the garden: add garden clearance to the same quote.
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How we do it
We clean the driveway surface back to its original colour. On block paving, a thorough clean washes the sand out of the joints along with the dirt, so we brush dry kiln-dried sand back in until the joints are full. The sand locks the blocks together and makes it harder for weeds to take hold. Re-sanding is part of every driveway clean, not an extra.
If you’d like the driveway sealed, we do it once the driveway is clean and completely dry. Sealing is optional and priced on top of the clean. It can help block paving keep its colour and slow down weeds and moss, but it wears off over time and needs reapplying every few years.
A cleaned driveway typically looks fresh for 6 to 12 months, and a cleaned and sealed one for two to three years or longer. If you’re having your roof cleaned too, we can do the driveway on the same visit.
How much it costs
Driveway cleaning at Washmates From £190 All our prices include VAT, with a fixed quote before we start.
Re-sanding block paving is included. The quote form asks what your driveway is made of, so your fixed price reflects the surface.
Typical UK prices by size of driveway
| Size of driveway | Typical UK price | The driveway, typically |
|---|---|---|
| Small | £190–£250 | Room for one car, about 20 to 30 square metres |
| Medium | £250–£400 | Room for two cars, about 40 to 50 square metres |
| Large | £400–£600 | Room for three or four cars, about 70 to 80 square metres |
| Very large | £600 or more | 100 square metres or more, often with paths or a turning area |
Typical prices including VAT and re-sanding, checked . These are averages, not quotes. More detail: How much does a driveway clean cost?
Where we work
We're based in Reading and cover the whole of Berkshire, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire. Every job is done by our own team or a vetted local technician who works to our methods.
- Berkshire
- Oxfordshire
- Buckinghamshire
What happens next
- Tell us about the job online, or call or WhatsApp us.
- We check your property on satellite view and confirm anything unclear with you over a call or text, so most jobs are priced without a site visit.
- We send you a fixed price before any work starts.
- To book, you pay a £100 deposit on a job of £500 or more, or the full price on a smaller job.
- We text you before we start and again when we've finished. You don't need to be at home.
- If you paid a deposit, you pay the balance when the job's finished, by bank transfer or card.
Calls Mon–Sat 9am–10pm, Sun 10am–4pm. WhatsApp any time; we'll reply within the working day.
Questions
Is re-sanding block paving included?
Yes. Every Washmates driveway clean includes re-sanding block paving with kiln-dried sand. Some quotes leave it out or charge for it separately, so check before you compare prices.
Do you seal driveways?
Yes, if you'd like it. Sealing is optional and priced on top of the clean, and the sealant goes on once the driveway is clean and completely dry. Many driveways are simply cleaned and re-sanded.
How long does a clean driveway stay clean?
Typically 6 to 12 months. A driveway that's cleaned and sealed can stay clean for two to three years or longer. Driveways that are shaded, under trees or near damp lawns grow moss and algae faster.
Do you need to visit to price it?
Usually not. We check the property on satellite view and confirm anything unclear with you over a call or text.
Can you clean my driveway on the same visit as my roof?
Yes. Tick each job on the quote form and we'll price them together. You can add a patio to the same quote too.