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Cost of Pressure Washing

By Melissa

Last updated 16th June 2025 - Reading time: 13 mins

At a Glance

The average cost of pressure washing is £300 to £1,100.
It will take about half a day to two days to complete.

In this guide, you'll find the following:

A breakdown of the costs involved in different pressure washing jobs depending on key factors, including the size and type of surface.
The duration of common pressure washing jobs and the factors that can influence both the timescale and price of labour.
The general cost-affecting factors that can apply to the price of labour, supply-only costs and both.

Thinking of having part of your property pressure washed? Want to know how much the process might cost in your case?

Pressure washing is both an effective and versatile solution for cleaning a range of surfaces on your property, including decks, driveway and external furniture.

While pressure washing can give your home’s exterior a new lease of life and improve its longevity, it’s critical that you understand the costs involved before hiring a pressure washing company.

In the following guide, we’ll look at the cost factors that shape the price of pressure washing, helping you to make an informed decision before investing in this cleaning method.

Average Cost of Pressure Washing:

Depending on the complexity of the job, it usually takes: half a day to two days

£280

How Much is Pressure Washing?
Pressure Washing Prices
Additional Costs
Labour Costs and Timescales
Cost Factors of Pressure Washing
DIY vs. Professional Pressure Washing
Types of Pressure Washing
Hiring Contractors for Pressure Washing Checklist
FAQs
Sources

How Much is Pressure Washing?

Pressure washing is the process of employing high-pressure water spray to rid objects and surfaces of dirt, debris and other blemishes (e.g. dust, mud, paint, grime, mould, etc.). Among the advantages of opting for pressure washing over traditional cleaning methods is its potential for a more thorough cleaning job and a greater capacity to remove bacteria.

The cost of pressure washing can vary depending on the surface in question. Starting with patios, it costs on average £220 to £270 to have a 15m² patio pressure washed, £320 to £370 in the case of a 30m² patio or £430 to £490 if you have a 45m² or so patio.

The cost of pressure washing a driveway starts at between £100 and £150 for a 25m² area, with the average cost rising to about £220 to £280 for a 50m² driveway or £370 to £430 in the case of an 80m² driveway.

The average roofing pressure wash costs between £600 and £700 if you live in a terraced house, £800 to £900 if you have a semi-detached home or £900 to £1,200 if your home is a detached property.

Beyond that, in general, the cost of having stonework pressure washed is approximately £3,000 to £3,500 for a 110m² or so surface area, £4,500 to £5,000 in the case of a 160m² or so surface area, or £6,000 to £7,000 for those with a 215m² or so surface area.

Lastly, the general cost to have a 110m² or so surface area of brickwork is £5,100 to £5,600. The pricing here reaches about £7,700 to £8,200 for an approximately 110m² surface area or £10,000 to £12,000 in the case of a 215m² surface area or thereabouts.

Pressure Washing Prices

As you can tell, pressure washing costs can vary depending on a range of factors, not least the size and type of surface.

Cost By Size and Type of Surface:

Surface Type	Surface Area	Average Cost
Patio	15m²	£220 to £270
	30m²	£320 to £370
	45m²	£430 to £490
Driveway	25m²	£100 to £150
	50m²	£220 to £280
	80m²	£370 to £430
Roof	Terraced House	£600 to £700
	Semi-detached House	£800 to £900
	Detached House	£900 to £1,200
Stonework	110m²	£3,000 to £3,500
	160m²	£4,500 to £5,000
	215m²	£6,000 to £7,000
Brickwork	110m²	£5,100 to £5,600
	160m²	£7,700 to £8,200
	215m²	£10,000 to £12,000

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Additional Costs

Here are some additional costs for common jobs you may decide to have done at the same time as pressure washing:

Roof maintenance - £400 to £1,000
Manual gutter cleaning - £100 to £400
Window cleaning - £40 to £50
Garage Door cleaning - £40 to £50
Grass cutting - £20 to £30 per hour
Garden landscaping - £250 to £1,200
Garden Decking Repairs - £150 to £400
Patio repairs - £50 to £150

It’s important to note that while some of the above jobs are also suitable for a professional pressure washer, elsewhere you may need a tradesmen qualified in other areas.

Labour Costs and Timescales

The total cost of pressure washing consists primarily of paying for the labour, with little (if any) additional overheads required.

On average, pressure washer professionals charge around £40 to £80 per hour or an average daily labour fee of approximately £400 to £800, with the majority of jobs taking between 2 to 6 hours to complete. Larger surface areas, or more complex jobs such as stonework or difficult to reach areas may take longer.

There are some other exceptions to the rule, that may impact the cost and how long the job takes:

Areas needing additional preparation or are heavily soiled
Poor surface conditions (ie cracks or moss build-up)
Hard-to-reach areas such as roof or high walls
Need for scaffolding or safety equipment
Use of specialised cleaning solutions
Local environmental regulations
Travel expenses or out of hours

In areas such as London or further south, you may also be charged slightly more due to the higher cost of living and any travel expenses.

Cost Factors of Pressure Washing

We’ve already touched on some of the cost factors that can influence the price of a pressure washing job. But now we’ll explore some of the most notable examples in more detail.

Surface Type

Surface type is a notable cost factor for a pressure washing job. When it comes to the surface, the material used and its condition can both play a role in shaping the cost.

It’s important to note that delicate surfaces may need lower pressure and specialised equipment, and these requirements would, in turn, affect the price.

Size and Complexity

Of course, the size of the area is a significant cost factor. The same applies to the complexity of the surface area. To give some examples, the area may feature intricate patterns or even tight corners. Whatever the case, added complexity will play a role in the total price.

Returning to the size of the surface area, the reason a larger surface area is likely to cost more to have pressure washed is because it will take more time, thus generally meaning an increased price of labour.

Cleaning Solution Requirements

Beyond the points raised above, if special cleaning solutions or detergents are needed, this can bring up the overall cost. For example, a professional may need to use a heavy-duty and high-quality cleaning product to effectively rid a surface of stains and spots.

Many homeowners may wish to seek eco-friendly options. If this is the case, you should mention this with the service you’re considering well in advance. However, it may cost somewhat more if you want the team to employ eco-friendly solutions/products.

Locations

As mentioned, where you live can play a significant role in shaping the cost of pressure washing. This is, again, due to regional cost variations that exist within the industry and many other industries throughout the UK (e.g. window cleaning, hiring a company to install a driveway, carpentry etc.).

Further, local environmental factors (e.g. humidity and mould) may also impact how long the work will last and thus shape the total price. Beyond that, local environmental factors could also affect how frequently you’d need to have surfaces on your property pressure washed which could add to your total expenses over time.

Maintenance

How well-maintained surfaces are can also affect the overall cost of a pressure washing job. After all, the better the state of the surfaces that need cleaning, the faster and less expensive the work should be.

What’s more, preserving surfaces on your property well can lower future maintenance costs and help them to last longer, thus prolonging the time in which surfaces will need replacing.

DIY vs. Professional Pressure Washing

You may be considering pressure washing surfaces yourself. In which case, you’d need to either hire or purchase a pressure washer suitable for the job required.

A pressure washer can cost anywhere between £30 and £200 to hire or, depending on the style, between £90 and £500 to purchase one for yourself.

Below we take a look at some of the pros and cons of DIY vs professional pressure washing.

DIY

Pros

✔ Lower cost (as no labour fees)
✔ Flexibility to do the work when convenient
✔ Can not only satisfying, but fun too!

Cons

✖ Higher initial expense
✖ Risk of damage if inexperienced
✖ Limited access to professional equipment
✖ Areas such as the roof are harder to clean

Professional

Pros

✔ Expert knowledge and experience
✔ Access to commercial-grade equipment
✔ Saves you time and energy
✔ Can arrange scaffolding if required

Cons

✖ Higher cost due to labour fees
✖ Less control over timings
✖ May incur additional charges

Types of Pressure Washing

As already discussed, there are many types of pressure washing. In this section, we’ll explore common examples in more detail. Note the below table highlights some higher costs, this is due to them being more complex jobs, potentially spread over more than one day.

Surface Type	Average Cost
Patio	£200 to £500
Driveway	£100 to £450
Roof	£600 to £1,200
Stonework	£3,000 to £7,000
Brickwork	£5,000 to £12,000+

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Pressure Washing Patio

Starting with cleaning patio surfaces with pressure washing, this is likely to cost somewhere in the region of £200 to £500 depending on the size of the surface area.

For a small patio surface area, the work is likely to take three hours, with an estimated timeframe of 4 to 6 hours for a medium-sized patio or 7 to 9 hours in the case of a large patio surface.

Pressure Washing Driveway

In the case of driveways, you’ll probably pay somewhere between £100 and £450, making it a relatively cheap surface to have pressure washed. Again, the price will largely depend on the size of the driveway.

Time-wise, you can expect a driveway pressure washing job to take about 2 hours for a small driveway, 3-4 hours for a medium driveway or 7-9 hours if you have a large driveway.

Pressure Washing Roof

If you’re looking to have your roof pressure washed, it’s going to cost between £600 to £1,200. The price can depend on if you have a terraced house, detached or semi-detached property and the size of the roof itself.

In terms of the work duration, it will probably take 2 to 5 hours regardless of the type of property you have, although larger roofs can naturally push the timing toward the latter end of the timescale given above.

Pressure Washing Stonework

Thinking of having the stonework pressure washed? This may very well cost many thousands of pounds. In fact, you’ll likely need a budget of around £3,000 to £7,000.

For a relatively small area, the work should take about one day, with the estimated time frame reaching 1 to 2 days for a medium or large area of stonework.

Pressure Washing Brickwork

As for brickwork, pressure washing an area made of this material may cost anywhere from £5,000 to £12,000 or less or more in some cases. It will probably take about a day for a professional to pressure wash a small brickwork area or 1-2 days in the case of a medium or large brickwork surface.

Hiring Contractors for Pressure Washing Checklist

When seeking a pressure washing contractor to hire, it’s important that you opt for the right person for the job for you.

Here are some key pointers to consider when hiring a pressure-washing contractor:

You’ll want to ensure you find someone who has plenty of experience and who can show previous examples of their work. This will improve your chances of finding someone who is reliable.
Further, you’ll want to see how their previous customers have rated them. Looking for online reviews and/or ratings of the contractor in question (if available) to gauge their level of professionalism and the quality of their work.
Beyond that, you may want to inquire about any qualifications they have. Pressure washing professionals do not require qualifications, but it would be a nice added bonus. That said, they should have plenty of training and experience.
You should also inquire about whether the contractor in question is part of any accreditation. Again, this is not required but is another bonus. What is key is that they have experience, knowledge, and a clear understanding of any safety requirements

FAQs

What is pressure washing?

Pressure washing means using high-pressure water spray to remove dirt, debris and a range of unsightly imperfections on surfaces and objects. As discussed earlier, these imperfections may include dust, paint, grime, mould, mud and other blemishes.

How long does pressure washing take?

Pressure washing may take anywhere from an hour or two to two days (more in some rare cases), depending on the job at hand. A relatively simple job like pressure washing a small driveway will probably last two hours, while pressure washing a large brickwork space will probably take one to two days in total.

Should I rent or buy a pressure washer if I want to undertake the DIY work?

Once you have the right skills and knowledge and safety understanding, whether it’s best to rent or buy a pressure washer for DIY work will largely depending on how often you plan on using it. If you’re likely to use a pressure washer a few times a year, it can prove a worthy investment within that time frame.

Either way, buying a pressure washer (once it’s not overly expensive) is likely to save you money in the long term. However, if you’re strapped for cash in the near term, you may find that renting one for now makes the most sense. Of course, if you feel buying a pressure washer would be an unjustifiable expense right now, you should look into the option of purchasing one on finance from a reliable company/seller.

How long does a pressure washer machine last after purchasing one?

Different pressure washers have different time-based ratings. For example, a pressure washer may be rated for 450 hours, meaning that if you were to use it for 40-50 hours a year, it should last for about 9 to 12 years in total. So, it will really depend on the quality of the product and how carefully it is used and protected from damage and accidents.

How often should I have my driveway pressure washed?

A driveway should be pressure washed at least once a year. Once annually may suffice, but you should have pressure washed more than once per year if it seems suitable.