Driveway Cleaning in Dartford, Kent

Driveway Cleaning in Dartford

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

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Driveway Cleaning for Dartford homes and businesses

We carry out driveway cleaning for homeowners and businesses across Dartford and the surrounding Kent villages. Lift years of moss, algae and traffic grime off block paving, concrete and stone.

Dartford properties collect a heavy layer of road film from the crossing and A2, which shows most on white uPVC, render and light paving.

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.

What we find in Dartford

  • Fascia, soffit and gutter cleaning to remove traffic film and tiger striping.
  • Block paving and concrete drives cleaned and re-sanded.
  • Scheduled exterior cleaning for commercial premises and managed sites.

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)

How we work

  1. Assess the surface. We check the material, condition and jointing before choosing pressure and method.
  2. Prepare the area. Sweep, move what we safely can and protect nearby planting and openings.
  3. Clean. Rotary surface clean, then detail the edges and awkward corners by lance.
  4. Rinse and re-sand. Wash the run-off away, then apply kiln-dried sand to block paving where required.

Read more about our driveway cleaning service across Kent, or see everything we cover in Dartford.

Recent work

Driveway Cleaning results

  • 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

FAQs

Driveway Cleaning in Dartford — common questions

How much does driveway cleaning cost in Dartford?

Every Dartford property is different, so we price on the size and condition of the job rather than a flat rate. Send us a few photos or the address and you will get a fixed written quote back — no call-out fee and no obligation.

Do you cover the whole of Dartford?

Yes. We cover Dartford and the surrounding area, including Gravesend, Swanley, Sevenoaks. We are based in Maidstone, so Dartford is a regular run for us.

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.

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

Free quotes across Kent & surrounding counties

Get a free driveway cleaning quote in Dartford

Send a few photographs of the areas you need cleaning and we will return a fixed written price. No pressure, and no changes on the day.

Prefer to talk? Call 07865 728204 or 01622 910555, or email contact@underpressure-kent.co.uk.