Pressure Washing in Aberdeen

A proper quote lists: each surface and its approximate area, the method per surface (high pressure vs soft wash), pre-treatments or chemicals used, weed and moss removal, rinsing and tidy-up, and whether resealing or re-sanding is included. It should also state who supplies water and power, and what happens if rain forces a reschedule.

Driveway cleaning in Aberdeen is usually priced by area and condition. A standard single-car driveway sits at the bottom of the local range; a large or heavily stained double driveway with weed growth and oil marks can cost two to three times more. Ask whether resealing or re-sanding block paving joints is included — that is often a separate line item.

Look for local Aberdeen companies with recent photo evidence of before/after work on your surface type, public liability insurance, and itemised quotes. Compare at least two or three quotes on the same scope. Be wary of door-knockers offering same-day deals — legitimate operators are usually booked days ahead in peak season.

Once a year is the common rhythm for driveways and house exteriors in temperate climates. Humid or coastal areas may need it every 6-12 months because algae, mould, and salt build up faster. Waiting longer than 2-3 years lets organic growth bind to the surface, which raises the price of the eventual clean.

Four things drive the spread: surface area and condition (heavy staining doubles the time), access (upper storeys, tight side passages), method (soft washing with chemicals costs more than a quick rinse), and what is bundled (resealing, weed treatment, gutter clear-out). A cheap quote is often just a rinse with no pre-treatment — clarify the scope before comparing numbers.

Most residential pros use your outdoor tap and, for electric machines, an outdoor socket. Petrol-powered machines only need water. Some companies carry water tanks for properties without an accessible tap — ask in advance, as tank supply can add to the price. Water usage for a typical driveway job is modest, roughly comparable to a few loads of laundry per hour of cleaning.

UK guides put driveway cleaning at roughly £8.50-£15.50 per m². A single-car drive (up to 20m²) can be £40-£100, a standard two-car drive £100-£250, and large drives £250-£500. Resealing after cleaning adds £100-£200 to a medium drive.

Yes, but the jointing sand gets blasted out along with the grime, so the job is only complete once the joints are re-sanded (kiln-dried sand) and ideally sealed. If a quote doesn't mention re-sanding, the paving will loosen and weeds will return faster.