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Driveways

Driveway Cleaning in Kent

Lift years of moss, algae and traffic grime off block paving, concrete and stone.

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A driveway is the largest single surface most people see when they arrive at your property, and it is the first to show its age. Rainwater, shade and Kent's mild damp winters leave block paving green, concrete streaked and stone dull long before the surface itself has worn out.

We clean driveways with rotary surface cleaners and professional petrol pressure washers, which lift dirt evenly rather than leaving the striped, zebra-crossing finish a lance alone produces. Where paving needs it, we finish with fresh kiln-dried sand.

What the job includes

  • Sweep and clear the area, moving loose items where practical
  • Pre-treat heavy moss and algae growth where the surface calls for it
  • Rotary surface clean for an even, mark-free finish
  • Detail lance work to edges, kerbs, channels and steps
  • Rinse down and remove displaced silt and debris from the site
  • Kiln-dried sand replaced on block paving (on request)

Driveway surfaces we work with

  • Block paving and clay pavers
  • Concrete and imprinted concrete (assessed first)
  • Natural stone setts and cobbles
  • Paving slabs and flags
  • Shingle-edged and mixed-surface drives

Why it is done this way

What you get with our driveway cleaning

  • An even finish, not a striped one

    Rotary cleaning heads keep pressure and distance consistent across the whole slab or block, which is what stops the tramline effect.

  • Pressure matched to the surface

    Aged concrete, soft stone and imprinted surfaces all behave differently. We test an area first and adjust rather than blasting everything at maximum.

  • Re-sanding available

    Washing block paving removes jointing sand along with the dirt. Replacing it helps the blocks lock together again and slows regrowth in the joints.

  • Tidied on completion

    Silt and washed-out debris are cleared from paths, drains and borders before we leave.

Our process

How the visit runs

  1. Step 1

    Assess the surface

    We check the material, condition and jointing before choosing pressure and method.

  2. Step 2

    Prepare the area

    Sweep, move what we safely can and protect nearby planting and openings.

  3. Step 3

    Clean

    Rotary surface clean, then detail the edges and awkward corners by lance.

  4. Step 4

    Rinse and re-sand

    Wash the run-off away, then apply kiln-dried sand to block paving where required.

Recent work

Driveway Cleaning — recent projects

  • Block paved parking area behind a house with moss and weed growth before cleaning
  • The same rear parking area washed clean and re-sanded
  • The same new build driveway cleaned and brought back to an even finish

Google reviews

Rated 5.0 from 39 Google reviews

Verified feedback from homeowners, landlords and businesses across Kent and the surrounding counties.

5.0

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  • “What a fantastic job Rez did on our Sandstone patio and v old brick patio and paving around the house. The results were amazing stupidly I forgot to take before pics. The communication was great and v prompt to get out to quote. Would highly recommend we are really pleased with how nice everything looks. Thanks Rez great job.”

    Julie Hazzard

    Patio cleaning · 3 months ago

  • “Worked very hard! Very polite, considerate to neighbours and we were delighted! We still have people asking if we got a new driveway! Would totally recommend. See you next year!”

    Wendy Shorts

    Driveway cleaning · 2 months ago

  • “Excellent gutter cleaning service. Prompt & punctual. Gave detailed report on work completed and on the condition of our guttering and downpipe. Will definitely use this service again and will recommend to others.”

    Phil B

    Gutter cleaning · 6 months ago

  • “I can’t believe the change to the patio and paths surrounding the house! It has been transformed from a dull and depressing monotone with all kinds of dirt and growths in a matter of hours. Rez was a pleasure to have around, very polite and professional.”

    John Watson

    Patio & path cleaning · 4 months ago

  • “Rez was professional and polite, the whole job was done in a day at a very competitive price. No mess at all, an excellent result, I am very happy. Will certainly have him back next year and would certainly recommend Under Pressure to anyone who needs cleaning done. Thank you.”

    Jennifer Lucas

    4 months ago

Questions

Driveway Cleaning FAQs

How long does a driveway clean take?

Most domestic driveways take between two and five hours. Size, the amount of moss and whether re-sanding is needed are the main factors.

Will pressure washing damage my block paving?

Sound block paving handles professional cleaning well. Damage usually comes from too much pressure held too close, so we test an area and work at a controlled distance. Where blocks are already spalling or the base has failed, we will tell you before starting.

Do you re-sand block paving afterwards?

Yes. Cleaning washes out the old jointing sand, so we can brush in fresh kiln-dried sand once the surface has dried enough to take it.

Can you remove oil stains?

We can usually reduce them considerably with a degreasing treatment, but we do not promise complete removal. Oil that has soaked deep into porous concrete or unsealed block often leaves a shadow.

Do you need to use my water and electricity?

We normally use an outside tap. Tell us if you do not have one and we will discuss options when we quote.

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