How Much Does It Cost to Seal and Clean Pavers? [2025 Data]

Average Cost to Seal Pavers and Clean Them

The average cost to hire a professional to clean and reseal your pavers is around $400, which assumes you have a patio that’s around 200 square feet.

You always need to clean your pavers before you seal them, as dirt, moss, stains, efflorescence, or other debris left over when the sealant is applied can cause bonding issues.

Cleaning Pavers

If you hire a professional, the cost to clean pavers is around $0.25 to $0.50 per square foot.

Most of the time, you or your contractor will clean pavers by using a pressure washer. The average cost of pressure washing a patio ranges from $100 to $400, though you can always rent one for a day at a lower cost. The average price to rent a pressure washer from your local home improvement store is around $50 for the day, which should be plenty of time to get the cleaning done.

If you maintain a steady cleaning routine and keep your pavers spotless, you might be able to remove any stains or caked-on dirt without a pressure washer. If all you need is a paver-friendly cleaning solution and a stiff-bristled broom, you might only pay an average of $50.

Sealing Pavers

Sealant prevents the pavers from eroding and creates a protective barrier to prevent stains and water damage. For a 5-gallon bucket of sealant, expect to pay around $200. A 5-gallon bucket will cover around 1,000 square feet, so you’re likely to have quite a lot leftover.

Some paver sealants come in 1-gallon jugs, which average around $40 and should cover about 200 square feet. We recommend you buy more than you need in case you need to do touch ups or a second coat.

Cleaning and Sealing Pavers Cost Breakdown

While putting a general price on cleaning and sealing is quite easy, there are a few nuisances to it you’ll need to consider. Also, it’s often better for a professional to reapply the sealant to ensure you don’t run into problems down the road, which then brings labor into the overall cost.

Square Footage 

In total, expect to pay around $2 per square foot to clean and seal pavers. Depending on the sealant and cleaning method, the price varies between $1 and $3 per square foot.

Materials

If your pavers are in rough shape, it’s best to give them as much TLC as possible to ensure they look brand-new again after you apply the sealant. This includes de-weeding, shining, and possibly even a small repair job.

Common material prices include:

• Herbicide: $20–$75

• Paver-safe cleaner: $15–$30

• Polymeric sand (for repairing pavers): $25–$30

• Sealant: $40–$200

• Pressure washer rental: $40–$100 per day

Labor

Hiring a concrete patio contractor near you to clean and reseal your pavers can save you money in the long run, despite needing to pay initially for the labor. The cost of labor ranges anywhere from $100 to upward of $500, depending on the size and scope of the project.

If you hire a contractor for the cleaning part of the process as well as the sealing, the state of your pavers will play a major role in your labor costs. The more weeding, stain and efflorescence removal, and power washing the contractor needs to carry out, the longer it will take, and the more you’ll pay for labor. Paver repairs or replacements can also drive up labor costs.

Type of Sealer Costs

There are tons of paver sealers available, but they fall into two main categories: solvent-based sealers and water-based sealers.

Solvent-based sealers provide a high shine and are more durable, lasting for up to five years before requiring reapplication. They’re more affordable than water-based sealers, although there are some downsides, like reduced traction and issues with moisture due to a lack of breathability. Water-based sealers are a bit more expensive, and they require more work in some cases because some come in two parts and require that you mix them. While more expensive, they are breathable and penetrate the pavers for a better bond.

You can also choose between a matte finish and a glossy finish, the latter of which you’d more often see from a concrete floor finish. The finish has a minimal impact on your sealant price.

Cost to Seal Pavers Yourself vs. Hiring a Pro

The cost to clean and reseal pavers yourself averages $220. This includes 1-gallon jugs of paver sealant at an average of $40 each, plus a power washer rental for $50 per day. If you miss sections, you'll need additional sealant for spot touch-ups. 

Note: Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can be dangerous as they are highly flammable and can lead to short- and long-term adverse health effects, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. It’s important to wear a respirator approved for working with sealers containing high levels of VOCs. Apply these sealers in a well-ventilated area and away from heat sources and open flames.

Cleaning and sealing concrete pavers as a DIY home improvement project costs around $270 less than hiring a professional because of the savings in labor costs. However, mistakes during the cleaning and sealing process can be quite costly. Depending on the type of concrete sealant you use and the conditions in which you apply it—you might have to correct mistakes by scraping the sealant off, recleaning, and reapplying—which takes time and drives up your material costs. Plus, a professional application is more likely to last longer before needing to be redone.

Below are the average costs for DIYing this project versus hiring a pro (based on square footage).

If you lack experience with concrete sealing, bringing in a professional might be more cost-effective. The up-front cost will be higher, but your long-term costs could be lower, especially if you make mistakes when applying the sealant.

How to Save Money on Paver Sealing Costs

One way to save money when cleaning and resealing is to stay on top of cleaning pavers throughout their lifespan. Regularly look to remove dirt and grime by using a cleaner and stiff-bristle broom, especially after it rains or snows. This will help reduce the time it takes to clean in preparation for sealing the pavers.

Additionally, choose your sealant based on your needs, budget, and local climate. Whether you do the project yourself or hire a pro, a solvent-based sealant is more affordable and will last longer before needing to be reapplied.

However, if you live in a humid area or where there is a high water table, a solvent-based sealant could cause issues with moisture getting trapped below the sealant, which looks unsightly. In that case, a water-based sealer will be more expensive up front but will often save you from having to redo parts of the application, ultimately saving you money.

How Angi Gets Its Cost Data

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