Pressure washing
Pressure Washing in Kent
Industrial petrol machines and rotary heads for hard surfaces of any size.
- 5.0 from 41 Google reviews
- Fully insured
- Specialist equipment
- Kent & surrounding counties
Pressure washing is a method, not a single service — it is the right approach for hard, durable surfaces: concrete, block paving, stone, tarmac aprons, yards and commercial hard standing. It removes what has physically bonded to the surface — traffic film, silt, algae, spillage and general grime — using professional pressure-cleaning equipment including rotary surface cleaners, with the method matched to the surface and how heavily it is soiled.
It is not the right tool for everything. Render, painted timber, some roof coverings and older soft brickwork are better handled by softwashing, and we will say so rather than take the easier booking. If you already know what you need cleaning, our driveway, patio and commercial exterior pages cover those jobs in more detail — this page is about the method itself and when it applies.
What the job includes
- Site and surface assessment before any water is used
- Professional pressure-cleaning equipment, including rotary surface cleaners, matched to the surface
- Lance detailing for edges, steps, kerbs and awkward access
- Degreasing treatments for oil and traffic film where appropriate
- Controlled run-off management and debris removal
- Domestic and commercial work, including out of hours where required
Page last reviewed 30 August 2026 by the UP Exterior Cleaning team.
Where pressure washing works well
- Driveways, parking areas and hard standing
- Patios, paths and steps
- Yards, service areas and loading bays
- Walls and steps in sound masonry
- Bin stores, entrances and communal areas
Why it is done this way
What you get with our pressure washing
Professional petrol machines
Industrial units give consistent flow and pressure across large areas, which is what actually clears bonded dirt — not just a high pressure number.
Right method, right surface
We match pressure, tip and distance to the material, and switch to softwashing when that is genuinely the safer option.
Large areas handled properly
Rotary heads cover ground quickly and evenly on suitable surfaces, which keeps commercial jobs affordable and finishes consistent — heavily soiled or heavily weeded areas may need a different approach first.
Insured, tidy and predictable
Fully insured, with the site left clear and a clear price agreed before we start.
Our process
What to expect
- Step 1
Quote
Tell us the surface and approximate size — a few photographs can help, though they are never essential — and we will price the work, or arrange a site visit for larger or more variable jobs.
- Step 2
Plan
Agree access, water supply, timings and anything that needs protecting.
- Step 3
Clean
Surface clean, then detail. Test area first where the surface is unusual or aged.
- Step 4
Clear down
Run-off directed sensibly, silt swept and the area left usable.
Recent work
Pressure Washing — recent projects
Google reviews
Rated 5.0 from 41 Google reviews
Verified feedback from homeowners, landlords and businesses across Kent and surrounding counties.
41 reviews on Google
“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
Pressure Washing FAQs
How much does pressure washing cost in Kent?
It depends on the size of the area, the surface and how heavy the soiling is. Most domestic jobs are priced per area rather than per hour. Photographs can help us quote, but they are optional — larger or more variable sites are usually best quoted from a site visit.
Can pressure washing damage paving?
It can if it is misused — too much pressure, too close, or a needle jet on soft stone. Controlled pressure, the correct tip and a consistent working distance are what prevent it.
Do you do commercial pressure washing?
Yes. We work for businesses, managing agents and property managers across Kent, including one-off cleans and scheduled maintenance.
Do I need to be there?
Not usually, provided we have access to the area and an outside tap. We will confirm what we need when we book the work in.
Where we work
Pressure Washing across Kent and surrounding counties
- Maidstone
- Bearsted
- Allington
- Kings Hill
- West Malling
- Aylesford
- Rochester
- Chatham
- Gillingham
- Strood
- Tonbridge
- Tunbridge Wells
- Sevenoaks
- Ashford
- Canterbury
- Sittingbourne
- Faversham
- Whitstable
- Medway
- Gravesend
- Dartford
- Folkestone
- Dover
- Thanet
- Cranbrook
- Crowborough
- Uckfield
- Hastings
- East Grinstead
- Bexhill-on-Sea
- Battle
- Rye
- Heathfield
- Hailsham
- Wadhurst
- Oxted
- Caterham
- Reigate
- Redhill
- Godstone
Related services
Driveway Cleaning
Lift years of moss, algae and traffic grime off block paving, concrete and stone.
Patio Cleaning
Bring sandstone, porcelain and paving back to their original colour before summer.
Commercial Exterior Cleaning
Planned and one-off exterior works for premises, sites and managed property.
Advice worth reading first
Softwashing vs pressure washing: which does your surface need?
Use pressure on paving and concrete. Use a low-pressure biocide softwash on roofs, render, cladding and paintwork. Getting it the wrong way round is what causes damage.
How to stop moss coming back on your driveway
Washing removes moss; only killing the spores and re-sanding the joints keeps it away. Most re-growth comes from a job that skipped step two.
How to choose an exterior cleaning company
Ask about insurance, method per surface, waste water and whether the price is fixed. Those four answers separate a specialist from a man with a hired machine.
Free quotes across Kent & surrounding counties
Arrange your pressure washing
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.