An Honest Breakdown from the Pressure Wash Company
If you’re a homeowner in the Lehigh Valley and you’re asking, “What does paver restoration cost?” — you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common questions we get, and strangely, one of the least answered clearly in our industry.
Before we dive in, one important note:
I’m speaking for myself here, Matt from The Pressure Wash Company. Christine and I work as a team, but what you’re about to read reflects my personal experience in the field and how I believe pricing should be explained — honestly and without wasting anyone’s time.
And let me say this plainly: nothing frustrates me more than businesses that pose FAQs like “How much does it cost?” and then never actually answer the question. Homeowners deserve better than that.
So here it is — the real explanation.
First, a Reality Check Most Homeowners Appreciate
I tell people this every single week:
If you’ve spent 10 years doing absolutely nothing to maintain your paver patio or outdoor living space, and now it costs a certain amount to make it look near new again — divide that number by 10.
Suddenly, the cost feels a lot more reasonable.
We’re not judging. Life gets busy. Once pavers start going downhill, they often get worse quickly. We understand that. But the condition we’re walking into today is the result of years of exposure to weather, moisture, freeze–thaw cycles, weeds, and neglect — not a single bad season.
How Paver Restoration Is Priced (Big Picture)
Every project starts with two things:
- Square footage
- Scope of work
Most of our core services — cleaning, sanding, and sealing — are priced by the square foot. From there, additional work is priced based on what’s actually required, not guesswork.
When we come to your property, we perform a detailed on-site assessment using a comprehensive checklist. What we’re really trying to understand is:
- What condition are your pavers in?
- What level of restoration do you want?
- What problems exist beneath the surface?
Base Pricing: Cleaning, Sanding, and Sealing
To give you a real starting point, here are our base prices:
Paver Cleaning
Starting at $1.50 per square foot
This includes:
- Cleaning the tops and edges of the pavers
- Cleaning beveled edges
- Removing old joint sand, mud, and debris
- Proper disposal of waste
You’re left with a clean, bare surface ready for the next step.
Joint Sand Replacement
$1.50 per square foot
We use high-quality polymeric sands. Some colors and blends cost us more, but we don’t upcharge you based on color choice. The goal is durability, not shortcuts.
Paver Sealing (Optional)
$2.00–$2.50 per square foot
We only use premium sealers. Sealing:
- Enhances color (wet look)
- Helps lock joint sand in place
- Adds protection against stains and weather
Sealing is optional — and we’ll tell you honestly if it makes sense for your space.
Typical Base Range
For a standard clean, sand, and seal, you’re generally looking at:
$4.50 – $5.50 per square foot
We also offer bulk discounts for larger areas (typically over 2,000 sq. ft.).
When a Simple Cleaning Becomes Full Restoration
Some patios don’t just need cosmetic work. Common issues we see include:
- Sunken or heaved areas
- “Wavy” patios from freeze–thaw cycles
- Tripping hazards
- Failed or missing paver edging
When this happens, pricing changes because the work changes.
check out this link to learn more about our paver restoration process:
Get Expert Paver Restoration from The Pressure Wash Company
Square Foot Work vs. Linear Work
Not everything is priced the same way:
- Re-leveling pavers: priced by the square foot
- Paver edging removal & replacement: priced by the linear foot
- Capstones and steps: priced per piece
Replacing edging often requires digging out 8 inches deep and wide, rebuilding the base, installing new edging, spiking it, and restoring surrounding areas. Landscaping, river rock, tree roots, wiring, and irrigation often complicate this work.
What Can Drive Costs Higher (The Stuff Most Contractors Don’t Mention)
Pricing can increase based on real-world conditions, such as:
- Heavy weed or moss growth
- Raised mulch beds trapping water
- Poor drainage requiring water reclamation
- Limited access (townhomes, long hose runs)
- Furniture removal
- Pet cleanup requirements
- Well water limitations
- Need for water delivery or hauling
These aren’t “gotchas.” They’re logistics — and they matter.
Unforeseen Conditions (Why We Talk About Them Up Front)
Sometimes we uncover things no one could see:
- Large tree roots under pavers
- Buried concrete or construction debris
- Plumbing, electrical, or low-voltage wiring
In rare cases, we may apply a ±15–20% allowance or pause the job and recommend a specialist. We would rather stop and be honest than push through and give you a bad result.
Old Sealer Removal: Important and Often Overlooked
Removing old sealer is labor-intensive and chemical-heavy. These products are expensive, ship hazmat, and require hot-water pressure washing.
The upside?
When we remove old sealer, we don’t charge separately for cleaning, because the process handles both at once.
Sealing is an ongoing commitment. Once you seal, future sealing requires proper removal — otherwise surfaces become slippery and unsafe.
for more information about paver sealing please check out our paver sealing page :
Paver Sealing Lehigh Valley: Protect & Enhance Your Pavers
Preventative Maintenance vs. Letting It Go
We offer preventative maintenance visits starting around $300–$500, which include cleaning and inspection.
Compare that to:
- $3,000–$5,000 restoration after years of neglect
It’s the same money — just spread out instead of all at once.
Why We’re Transparent About Pricing
We believe in honesty.
We believe in respecting your time — and ours.
This philosophy comes straight from the book They Ask, You Answer, which focuses on educating customers so everyone can make better decisions.
We are not the cheapest.
We are not the most expensive.
But we are fair — and we stand behind our work.
Can Homeowners Measure Their Own Pavers?
Absolutely — and we encourage it.
Many homeowners like to measure their paver areas ahead of time to get a rough idea of cost using our base pricing. This can be helpful for budgeting and planning.
That said, it’s important to understand a few things:
- Curved edges, rounded borders, steps, and inlays can affect square footage
- Irregular shapes are often hard to measure accurately
- Our measurements are taken professionally on-site and may vary slightly
For that reason, we always recommend using your own measurements as a ballpark estimate, not a final number. Please don’t get hung up on a few square feet one way or the other — the on-site assessment is what allows us to give you accurate pricing and clear expectations.
What You’re Really Paying For
Beyond the pavers themselves, our pricing includes:
- Site protection
- Cleanup and rinsing surrounding areas
- Mulch skim coats when disturbed
- Grass seed and topsoil when needed
- Window rinsing or squeegeeing if affected
- Care around lighting, speakers, and features
We leave your space better than we found it.
One Final Reality Check
If your pavers are completely overgrown, roots are everywhere, and the base has failed, restoration may no longer be possible — or cost-effective. At that point, a full rebuild may be the right answer, and we’ll tell you that honestly.
Final Thoughts
Integrity matters.
Honesty matters.
Clear expectations matter.
You’re welcome to shop around. I’m confident you’ll find our pricing fair for the quality, care, and results we deliver.
And when we’re done?
The only thing you’ll be deciding is who you’re inviting over to admire your patio.
If you’re ready, reach out for a free in-home assessment.
We’ll take a look — and we’ll tell you the truth.
