How Much to Charge to Pressure Wash a Driveway
Pressure washing a driveway typically runs $0.15–$0.30 per square foot, or roughly $100–$250 for an average two-car driveway, with a job minimum so small drives still cover your time. Oil-stain treatment, rust removal, and post-wash sealing are priced as separate add-ons, and heavily stained concrete costs more than a routine cleaning.
Base pricing by area
$0.15–$0.30 per square foot covers most driveways, landing around $100–$250 for a two-car drive. Always pair it with a job minimum so small jobs don’t lose money.
Set a minimum
A tiny driveway still costs you setup, water, and travel. A minimum charge — regardless of square footage — keeps a small job from being quoted below what it costs you to show up.
Add-ons that raise the ticket
- Oil / grease treatment — degreasing and dwell time, priced per stain or area.
- Rust removal — a specialty product and extra passes.
- Post-wash sealing — a separate service that protects the result and adds revenue.
First clean vs. maintenance
Concrete with years of buildup takes more passes than a driveway on a regular cycle. Price the first-time deep clean above a routine maintenance wash to cover the extra work.
Frequently asked questions
Flat rate or per square foot?
Per square foot is fairer across driveway sizes, but always pair it with a job minimum — a small driveway at pure per-foot math won't cover your setup, water, and travel.
Should oil-stain removal cost extra?
Yes. Degreasing and treating oil or rust stains is a separate step with its own product and time, so it's an add-on over the base wash rather than something included by default.
Do I charge more for a first-time deep clean?
Often yes. Concrete that's never been cleaned or has years of buildup takes more passes and product than a driveway on a maintenance cycle, so price the first deep clean above routine washes.