Patio pressure washing: what to charge (or expect to pay)
The typical US rate for patio 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 patio price
Concrete patios price like driveways. Pavers are different: the wash blasts out joint sand, so either you re-sand (a separate, well-paid line) or you tell the customer in writing that joints will need refilling. Shaded patios with black spot lichen need chemical treatment and dwell time — price those at the heavy-soil multiplier rather than eating the extra pass.
Quoting it in writing
WashQuote prices patio 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 patio?
$0.20–$0.40 per sq ft, like other flatwork. Pavers often add re-sanding as a separate line after the wash.
Does pressure washing pavers remove the joint sand?
Yes, partially. Many contractors include re-sanding as a quoted extra — it protects the pavers and is a natural upsell.