Pressure washing costs $100 to $800 per job in 2026
Pressure washing costs $100 to $800 per job in 2026, and the average is about $300. Angi lists an average of $312, with most jobs at $100 to $720. Bob Vila lists an average of $296. Housecall Pro lists $250 to $800 for a house and $100 to $300 for a driveway. House size, the surface and how dirty it is move the price. Many pros also set a minimum fee of $100 to $250.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| Angi | Angi lists an average house pressure washing cost of $312, with a range of $100 to $720, or $0.10 to $0.50 per square foot. |
| Bob Vila | Bob Vila lists a national average of $296 and a typical range of $100 to $650, with gutters at $50 to $300 more. |
| Housecall Pro | Housecall Pro lists house washing at $250 to $800, driveway cleaning at $100 to $300 and minimum fees of $100 to $250. |
Pressure washing price by job
| Job | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| House, 1,500 square feet | $150 to $750 | Angi |
| House, 2,500 square feet | $250 to $1,250 | Angi |
| House, 1 to 2 stories | $250 to $800 | Housecall Pro |
| Driveway | $100 to $300 | Housecall Pro |
| Patio | $100 to $200 | Angi |
| Fence | $150 to $300 | Angi |
| Roof | $450 to $700 | Angi |
| Gutters, extra | $50 to $300 | Bob Vila |
Every number in this table was read on one of the source pages listed at the bottom of this page.
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| House size | Bigger homes cost more. Angi lists $150 to $750 for 1,500 square feet and $250 to $1,250 for 2,500 square feet. |
| Surface | Brick costs less than wood. Angi lists brick at $0.10 to $0.40 per square foot and wood at $0.30 to $0.55 per square foot. |
| Stories and height | Taller homes need ladders and more time. Angi lists $150 to $1,000 for one story and $400 to $1,400 for two stories. |
| Dirt and cleaner | Mold, oil and deep stains need more work. Housecall Pro says price depends on the surface, the stain and the cleaning mix used. |
| Minimum fee | Housecall Pro says most pressure washing companies set a minimum of $100 to $250 to cover travel and setup. |
What the price includes
The price normally covers the labor, the equipment and the water for the surface you book. Some pros add a cleaning mix or a soap for the price. Extra costs can include gutters, roofs, sealing, stain removal and travel. Bob Vila lists gutters at $50 to $300 more. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
DIY or hire a pro
A small job like a patio or a short fence can be a fair DIY task if you rent or own a washer. Angi lists a patio at $100 to $200 and a fence at $150 to $300 for a pro. Roofs, tall siding and wood need care, because the wrong pressure can harm the surface. Bob Vila says delicate siding such as wood or aluminum needs lower pressure. Hire a pro for two story homes, roofs and heavy mold. A pro also brings the right tools and cleaners.
How to tell you need it
Green or black patches, dark streaks on siding and slick spots on a driveway or deck are signs you need a wash. Mold and mildew can hold water against a surface and harm it over time. A dirty home also hides paint and wood problems. Many homeowners wash once a year, and some wash twice in wet or shady places.
How to judge your quote
- Ask if the quote is a flat price or a price per square foot.
- Check if the minimum fee of $100 to $250 applies.
- Ask which cleaner and pressure level will be used on your surface.
- Ask if gutters, sealing or stain removal cost extra.
- Compare the total with the range above: $100 to $800 per job for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Bundle jobs. Wash the house, driveway and patio in one visit to share the minimum fee, which Housecall Pro lists at $100 to $250.
- Get three quotes. Angi's range runs from $100 to $720, so a few calls help you spot a price that is too high.
- Book in the off season if you can. Bob Vila says season and demand affect price.
- Rent a washer for small jobs like a patio. Angi lists a patio at $100 to $200 for a pro, so DIY can cost less.
- Ask for a flat price by surface. Housecall Pro says flat rates by surface and per square foot rates are common.
Why this costs more in 2026
Trade labor now runs about $75 to $150 an hour in most of the US. Lumber, steel, copper, PVC and concrete all cost more than in 2024, and freight went up after the oil shock that began with the Iran war in February 2026. Pressure washing costs more in 2026 because labor, fuel and cleaning chemicals cost more for the crews.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from Angi, Bob Vila and Housecall Pro. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does pressure washing cost?
It costs about $100 to $800 per job in 2026. Angi lists an average of $312. Bob Vila lists an average of $296.
How much per square foot is pressure washing?
Angi and Bob Vila list $0.10 to $0.50 per square foot for house siding. Housecall Pro lists $0.15 to $0.75 for flat surfaces.
How much does it cost to pressure wash a driveway?
Angi lists $100 to $250 and Housecall Pro lists $100 to $300. A larger driveway or heavy stains can cost more.
How much does it cost to pressure wash a roof?
Angi lists $450 to $700 for a roof. Bob Vila lists $0.50 to $1.00 per square foot. Roofs need care, so hire a pro.
Is there a minimum charge?
Often yes. Housecall Pro says most pressure washing companies set minimums between $100 and $250.