Pressure washing a driveway costs $80 to $500 per driveway in 2026
Pressure washing a driveway costs $80 to $500 in 2026. Bob Vila and Angi both put the average at about $210, with most jobs from $100 to $350. HomeGuide lists a single-car driveway at $80 to $150 and a three-car driveway at $250 to $500. Size, stains, and surface type move the price, and some pros charge by the hour.
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 |
|---|---|
| HomeGuide | HomeGuide lists single-car driveways at $80 to $150, two-car at $100 to $350, and three-car or large at $250 to $500. |
| Angi | Angi lists a range of $100 to $350, with most homeowners paying around $210, and $0.30 to $0.55 per square foot. |
| Bob Vila | Bob Vila lists a range of $100 to $350 with a national average of $210, and labor at $60 to $125 an hour. |
Driveway pressure washing prices by size
| Driveway | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Single-car driveway | $80 to $150 | HomeGuide |
| Two-car driveway | $100 to $350 | HomeGuide |
| Three-car or large driveway | $250 to $500 | HomeGuide |
| 200 square feet | $60 to $110 | Angi |
| 600 square feet | $180 to $330 | Angi |
| 1,000 square feet | $300 to $550 | Angi |
| Concrete, 600 square feet | $120 to $190 | Bob Vila |
| Paver, 600 square feet | $135 to $210 | 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 |
|---|---|
| Driveway size | HomeGuide lists $80 to $150 for one car, $100 to $350 for two cars, and $250 to $500 for three cars or a large driveway. |
| Square footage | Angi lists $0.30 to $0.55 per square foot, while Bob Vila lists $0.20 to $0.40, so check how each pro prices the job. |
| Stains | HomeGuide says oil stains add $25 to $50 each, since they need extra cleaner and more time to lift out of the concrete. |
| Surface material | Angi lists pavers and gravel at $135 to $210 for a 600 square foot driveway, a little more than concrete at $120 to $190. |
| Hourly or flat rate | Bob Vila lists $60 to $125 an hour, and HomeGuide lists $50 to $100 an hour, if a pro bills by time. |
What the price includes
The price normally covers washing the driveway with a pressure washer and basic cleanup. Sealing, oil stain treatment, and repairs usually cost extra. HomeGuide lists sealing at $0.15 to $0.40 per square foot more, and Angi lists driveway sealing at $280 to $860. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Who charges this and how it is billed
Pressure washing comes from small local crews, lawn and home service firms, and some handymen. Most price by the square foot or give a flat price after seeing the driveway, and some bill by the hour. Bob Vila lists labor at $60 to $125 an hour, and HomeGuide lists $50 to $100. Many have a minimum fee for short jobs. Extras like stain treatment or sealing are quoted apart. You usually pay when the work is done. Ask who supplies the water and whether the quote covers rinsing the runoff from walkways.
When you need this
Wash your driveway when it looks dark or slick from mold, algae, dirt, or old stains. Green or black growth can be a slip risk when wet. Wash before you sell your home, or before you seal or repaint the surface. Angi suggests washing twice a year, and spring and summer are the best times.
How to judge your quote
- Ask if the price is by area or by hour.
- Ask if stain treatment is in the quote.
- Ask if sealing is included or extra.
- Ask about water source and cleanup.
- Compare the total with the range above: $80 to $500 per driveway for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Book on a day with other jobs. Pros who have nearby work may lower the price, so ask about a bundle with the walkway or patio.
- Rent a washer for a small job. HomeGuide lists rental at $40 to $100 a day, plus $10 to $30 for supplies.
- Treat stains early. Fresh oil stains are easier to lift, and HomeGuide says each stubborn stain adds $25 to $50 for a pro.
- Skip sealing unless you need it. Angi lists sealing at $280 to $860, so add it only if the surface needs it.
- Get three quotes. Pros price by area or by hour, so compare the total price for the same driveway.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from HomeGuide, Angi and Bob Vila. 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 pressure wash a driveway?
Bob Vila and Angi put the average at about $210, with most jobs from $100 to $350. HomeGuide lists $80 to $500 by size.
How much per square foot to pressure wash a driveway?
Angi lists $0.30 to $0.55 per square foot. Bob Vila lists $0.20 to $0.40, and HomeGuide lists $0.08 to $0.35 for standard cleaning.
Does pressure washing cost more for oil stains?
Yes. HomeGuide says oil stains add $25 to $50 each. Heavy duty cleaning costs more per square foot too.
How much does a pressure washer rental cost?
HomeGuide lists rental at $40 to $100 a day, plus $10 to $30 for supplies. It costs less than a pro but takes your time.
Should I seal my driveway after washing?
It can help protect the surface, but it costs extra. Angi lists driveway sealing at $280 to $860, and HomeGuide lists $0.15 to $0.40 per square foot.