Driveway pressure washing: what to charge (or expect to pay)
The typical US rate for driveway pressure washing is $0.20 – $0.40 per square foot, adjusted for soil level. Below: how the price is built, what pushes it up or down, and how to quote it line by line.
Typical price range
| Soil level | Multiplier | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|
| Light (maintenance clean) | ×1.00 | $0.20 – $0.40/sq ft |
| Medium (typical job) | ×1.15 | $0.23 – $0.46/sq ft |
| Heavy (algae, neglect) | ×1.35 | $0.27 – $0.54/sq ft |
What moves a driveway price
A surface cleaner makes concrete flatwork the fastest money in the trade, which is why rates sit lower than decks or fences. Oil spots, rust and tire marks need pre-treatment and are often quoted as a small add-on. A standard two-car driveway of about 600 sq ft prices at $120–$240; very small driveways should hit your $99–$150 minimum instead.
Quoting it in writing
WashQuote prices driveway pressure washing by square footage with the soil factor built in, applies your minimum job charge automatically, and exports a professional PDF quote while you are still on the customer's driveway. Free, no account, nothing leaves your phone.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to pressure wash a driveway?
Typically $0.20–$0.40 per sq ft. A standard 600 sq ft two-car driveway runs $120–$240, with many contractors applying a $99–$150 minimum.
Are oil stains included in driveway cleaning prices?
Usually not. Degreasing and treating oil or rust stains takes extra chemical and dwell time, and is commonly quoted as a separate line.