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In search of some intensive cleaning? Read our handy guide to find out how much your pressing washing team will charge for their services.
Europe is the continent where pressure washing is the most common – and this includes every corner of the UK. From Scotland to Cornwall, Northern Ireland to Norwich, you’ll find a pressure washing expert happy to make your property look much cleaner. Pressure washing is excellent when you want to:
Clean important items
Ensure something looks beautiful
Keep everything smelling great
Remove debris
Stop you being surrounded by unhealthy substances
You may not feel comfortable pressure washing on your own if you’ve never done it before. That’s when hiring a professional can be extremely useful. And there’s no shortage of options in the United Kingdom.
Wherever you live, here’s a price guide for pressure washing in 2025. Don’t forget that these numbers are a guideline – but if you want a personalised quote, speak to a pressure washing expert near you.
Over time, stubborn dirt from pollution, algae and mud can form on the outside of your property, or any items that are stored outdoors. This can leave a very unsightly mess, bringing down the aesthetic appeal of your home or business.
When it comes to cleaning surfaces such as concrete or fencing in particular, it’s often impossible to remove the dirt using traditional methods alone. This is where pressure washing is extremely useful, as not only does it make light work of the most stubborn stains but can be completed relatively quickly too.
As the name suggests, pressure washing involves using water that’s delivered at a high pressure, so that the force is enough to lift the dirt off. Pressure washing is suitable for a variety of surfaces including driveways, garage floors, concrete patios, tiled patios, fencing, decking, outdoor furniture, BBQs, boats, cars, trailers and more.
Pressure washing is carried out using specialist equipment that’s connected to your water supply. Using concentrated movements, pressure washing will instantly remove all of the debris from the surface, leaving it looking as good as new.
The cost of pressure washing ranges between £2 and £4 per sqm across the UK. To price your job up, your contractor will base the cost on the size of the area that needs pressure washing. Or, they may give you a fixed fee for items such as fencing, boats, furniture etc.
It’s good to note that a minimum charge usually applies for smaller jobs. This usually averages at around £50, though maybe slightly higher or lower depending on the going rate in your area.
When it comes to driveways specifically, there are some wider variations in price. Basic pressure washing can still be found between £2 and £4 per sqm. However, if you wish to accompany a driveway clean with resanding, mould spot treatment or sealing, then this could push the price up to anywhere as much as £7.50 per sqm.
The average total price of pressure washing is £400. This is based on the ‘typical’ area size that an expert is brought in to clean. But, as you can imagine, it could vary significantly. More on this further below.
| Square metres | Average price |
| 20 | £60 |
| 50 | £150 |
| 100 | £300 |
| 250 | £750 |
| 500 | £1,500 |
| 1,000 | £3,000 |
You’re unlikely to see many different methods of pressure washing carried out by professionals. But there’s no doubt that the price will vary based on the item that’s being cleaned.
For pressure washing on a driveway, the job is relatively simple. It can often be done within 4 hours, and there aren’t many technical details involved. Expect to pay around £3 per square metre.
A fence is slightly more complicated. It’s a smaller surface area, but slightly more fragile. You’d often pay £4 per square metre for this.
Brickwork on a house falls within the typical price range, at £3 per square metre. But if you want this service on a patio, it’s typically pricier, at roughly £5 per square metre.
Once you get pressure washing for a vehicle, you’ll expect to pay a higher amount per square metre. It’s a smaller area, which professionals like to make up for, and the job is ‘extra important’ in many peoples’ eyes. A car could cost £7 per square metre, while a boat can be £10 per square metre.
| Type of pressure washing | Average price per square metre |
| Driveway | £3 |
| Fence | £4 |
| Brickwork | £3 |
| Patio | £5 |
| Car | £7 |
| Boat | £10 |
The true cost will depend on the type of item you’re having pressure washed, as well as the size of the area. Discretionary costs may also be added where additional services are required, or if your driveway doesn’t mean the minimum size requirements. Take a look at all the considerations below.
In general, pressure washing costs between £50 and £600 depending on the scope of the job. Though the type of item you wish to have pressure washed will also affect the price. One of the most common jobs is driveway cleaning.
The average cost of cleaning your driveway is £300, with variations depending on its size and condition - check out our driveway cleaning price guide for a more in-depth at costs. The good news is that this service doesn’t have to be done too regularly and will make your driveway look as good as new, which is far cheaper than replacing it.
More specialised pressure washing jobs include chewing gum removal, which is a lot more labour intensive. Expect to pay anywhere between £250 and £600 for this service.
If you’re not looking to have a specific item pressure washed (such as a car, boat, BBQ etc) then the area size is going to be the biggest aspect affecting the total cost.
Your contractor will need to know the measurement of the area, which they will normally come out and estimate for you. The area size will be multiplied by the cost per square foot, which will give you the total cost before any add-on services, if applicable.
Pressure washing can also include soft pressure washing, which is used on surfaces that are not suitable for more intense pressure, such as wood, metal and asphalt. Soft washing uses a dosing unit and a chemical called sodium hypochlorite.
There may be a price variation between pressure washing and soft washing, with soft washing being slightly cheaper. However, soft washing isn’t suitable for driveway cleaning or any other brick or concrete surface. It’s also not suitable for chewing gum removal. So, the initial reduced cost won’t offer value for money, unless the right cleaning approach is used.
Time can be a factor that affects the price for more detail orientated jobs such as gutter cleaning, especially if your gutters are heavily blocked. Or, if any of your materials also require repair work in addition to cleaning. The average pressure washing job takes between 30 minutes and 2 hours, depending on the scope of the job.
Pressure washing companies have different operational costs, depending on where they’re based. The level of competition in your area may also affect the cost, with remote areas seeing higher prices than more competitive areas with lots of pressure washing companies.
Based on the typical cost of £2 to £4 per sqm, the North East is the cheapest place for pressure washing, averaging £2 per square metre. Meanwhile, in London, prices are often £5 per square metre at least.
You should compare price quotations from several pressure washing experts. Don’t just rush into the first offer you receive. You may get a better offer from someone else – especially if they know that you’re speaking to their rivals!
You should carefully balance quality with price. It’s useless picking the cheapest option, if it needs to be redone more quickly, and thus costs more. Instead, check online reviews to see whether past customers got value for money. And ask for evidence of other jobs they’ve completed recently.
| Location | Average total pressure washing price |
| London | £550 |
| South-East England | £475 |
| South-West England | £475 |
| East of England | £410 |
| West Midlands | £400 |
| North-West England | £400 |
| Yorkshire and Humberside | £380 |
| Scotland | £350 |
| Wales | £350 |
| Northern Ireland | £325 |
| North-East England | £325 |
It’s difficult to do it by yourself. You’ll need the necessary equipment and training. This includes knowledge of how to avoid permanent damage to the item. You don’t want to cause damage to the environment, either, which is common with those who have less experience with cleaning substances.
Soft washing a surface by yourself is entirely possible. This involves a bucket of soapy water and a sponge. You’ll then clean the item by hand – which takes long, and involves more effort, but will still make a noticeable improvement. It’s just more tiresome, and slightly less effective, than pressure washing.
Speak to an expert during a free quotation for their advice on what’s possible. They may be able to give you some pointers, if you decide to DIY. You should also be careful not to injure yourself.
Let’s face it - dirty looking driveways, walls, fencing and similar items aren’t a pretty sight. The magic of pressure washing is it involves very little effort yet produces superior results. Plus, most regular cleaning products aren’t suitable for cleaning outdoor materials anyway, especially driveways. Even if they are, it would take you hours and be backbreaking work! On the other hand, pressure washing removes all of the hassle and fuss, while giving you the best possible finish. So yes, it’s worth it!
You need to check online reviews from past customers. Then ask for evidence of jobs they’ve recently completed. This shows you the ideal ‘end result’ that they can achieve for you, too. For some people, rapport with the professional is as important as anything. If they’re going to be on your property, or cleaning a prized possession, you want to trust their character. It’s not always a good idea to pick the least expensive expert. In many cases, it can create a substandard result, which needs to be redone. You also shouldn’t be afraid to negotiate, though. Many professionals are open to this.
A major advantage is that the task is far more likely to be done well. You thus won’t need to pay for it again for a while. It also saves you time, which is helpful if you’ve got a busy schedule. You often don’t have the equipment or expertise, either. On the other hand, it can be very pricey, costing in the hundreds of pounds – and sometimes even thousands.
You may also want to ask your professional washer about the environmental impact of their work. Sometimes, they might use cleaning chemicals that aren't good for the soil. It may also rinse grime, grease, and other pollutants onto the ground or into the sewer.
The main alternative to pressure washing is to do it yourself, using a ‘soft washing’ technique. Put simply, this involves a sponge and water, whereby you clean the item manually by hand. This is doable for cars, boats, brickwork, fences and everything else listed on this page. It takes longer, and perhaps doesn’t do as thorough a job. But it can save you money on equipment (and a professional).
The average rating for Bark Pressure Washing Contractors is 4.78, based on 910,998 reviews
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