Power washing a house costs $192 to $900 per home in 2026
Power washing a house costs $192 to $900 per home in 2026. HomeAdvisor lists an average of $299 and a typical range of $192 to $405. ThePricer lists $200 to $500 for a 2,000 square foot home with one story. Fixr is higher, at $500 to $900 with an average of $700. House size, number of floors, and siding move the price most.
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 |
|---|---|
| ThePricer | ThePricer lists $200 to $500 for a 2,000 square foot single-story home, $250 to $400 under 1,500 square feet, $600 to $900 over 3,000 square feet, and $50 to $100 per hour for labor. |
| Fixr | Fixr lists a national average of $700 with a range of $500 to $900, and $0.30 to $0.80 per square foot. |
| HomeAdvisor | HomeAdvisor lists an average of $299 with a typical range of $192 to $405, and $150 to $750 for one story and $400 to $1,400 for two stories. |
Power washing cost by house size
| House | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Small house, under 1,500 sq ft | $250 to $400 | ThePricer |
| Medium house, 1,500 to 3,000 sq ft | $400 to $600 | ThePricer |
| Large house, over 3,000 sq ft | $600 to $900 | ThePricer |
| One-story house | $150 to $750 | HomeAdvisor |
| Two-story house | $400 to $1,400 | HomeAdvisor |
| Three-story house | $700 to $1,800 | HomeAdvisor |
| 1,500 sq ft house | $450 to $1,200 | Fixr |
| 2,000 sq ft house | $600 to $1,600 | Fixr |
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 | A bigger house has more wall to wash. ThePricer lists $250 to $400 under 1,500 square feet and $600 to $900 over 3,000 square feet. |
| Number of floors | Taller walls take more time and more gear. HomeAdvisor lists $150 to $750 for one story and $400 to $1,400 for two stories. |
| Price by area | Many pros price by square foot. Fixr lists $0.30 to $0.80 per square foot, and HomeAdvisor lists $0.15 to $0.75 per square foot. |
| Hourly rate | Some crews bill by the hour. ThePricer lists $50 to $100 per hour for labor, and HomeAdvisor lists the same range per crew member. |
| Extras | Add-on jobs raise the bill. HomeAdvisor lists gutters at $50 to $300 and a driveway at $100 to $500, and ThePricer lists a wood deck at $150 to $400. |
What the price includes
A house wash price usually covers washing the outside walls and siding. The crew brings the gear and the water pressure. Decks, driveways, fences, roofs, and gutters are often priced on their own. Ask if the quote covers one floor or all floors, and if the crew cleans up when the job is done. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Who charges this and how it is billed
House washing pros bill in a few ways. Some charge by the square foot. Fixr lists $0.30 to $0.80 and HomeAdvisor lists $0.15 to $0.75. Some charge by the hour, and ThePricer lists $50 to $100 per hour. Others give a flat price for the whole house after they look at it. Local crews, lawn care firms, and home service companies all offer this work. Ask what the price covers and whether it includes all floors. Ask if the crew has insurance in case siding or windows get damaged. Get the quote in writing before work starts.
When you need this
Wash your house when you see green or black spots, dust, or a dull look on the siding. Mold and algae often show first on the shady side. A wash is also a good step before you paint or sell. Ask a pro first if your siding is old, wood, or stucco, since strong water can harm it.
How to judge your quote
- Does the price cover all floors or only the first?
- Is the price flat, per square foot, or per hour?
- Are the deck, driveway, and gutters in the quote?
- Will the crew use a soft wash on old or wood siding?
- Compare the total with the range above: $192 to $900 per home for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Get two or three quotes and compare the price per square foot. Fixr lists $0.30 to $0.80 and HomeAdvisor lists $0.15 to $0.75, so quotes can differ a lot.
- Ask for a lower price when you add jobs to one visit. Get a price for each extra, such as HomeAdvisor's $100 to $500 for a driveway.
- Rent a machine for a small house and do it yourself. ThePricer lists equipment rental at $50 to $100 per day. Stay safe on ladders and keep the spray low.
- Wash only the part that needs it. HomeAdvisor lists house siding alone at $150 to $400, which is less than a full job with a roof, gutters, and a driveway.
- Clear the area before the crew comes. Move cars, plants, and furniture. A crew that works without delays costs less when you pay by the hour at $50 to $100.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from ThePricer, Fixr and HomeAdvisor. 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 it cost to power wash a house?
HomeAdvisor lists an average of $299 and a typical range of $192 to $405. ThePricer lists $200 to $500 for a 2,000 square foot home. Fixr lists $500 to $900.
How much is power washing per square foot?
Fixr lists $0.30 to $0.80 per square foot. HomeAdvisor lists $0.15 to $0.75. ThePricer lists $0.20 to $0.50 for siding.
Does a two-story house cost more to wash?
Yes. HomeAdvisor lists $150 to $750 for one story and $400 to $1,400 for two stories. Taller walls take more time and more gear.
Can I rent a pressure washer and do it myself?
Yes. ThePricer lists equipment rental at $50 to $100 per day. Take care on ladders, and keep the spray low on siding.
Why do the prices differ so much between sources?
Each source uses different jobs and prices. Fixr lists an average of $700, while HomeAdvisor lists $299. Get two or three local quotes for your own house.