Patio Cleaning Service in Hull & East Yorkshire
Professional patio cleaning, treatment and restoration across Hull & East Yorkshire.
Has your patio lost its colour under years of dirt, algae and weathering?
We professionally clean and restore patios across Hull and East Yorkshire, from everyday garden paving to heavily weathered natural stone. Whether it needs a thorough clean or more involved work to tackle black spot, tired pointing or staining, we'll recommend the right approach for the paving you have.
✓ Natural stone, porcelain, concrete & block paving
✓ Black spot & lichen treatment available
✓ Repointing & minor restoration work
✓ Patio sealing available
✓ Free, no-obligation quotations
How Much Does Patio Cleaning Cost?
No two patios are quite the same. Size matters, but so do the type of paving, its condition and what has built up on it over the years.
A relatively clean concrete patio may need little more than a thorough clean, while heavily weathered sandstone covered in black spot can require specialist treatment and considerably more time.
Small Patio
Ideal for smaller garden patios and paved seating areas.
Minimum charge from £150
Medium & Large Patios
For larger patios, terraces and more extensive paved areas.
Priced by size & condition
Patio Restoration
Patios requiring additional treatment, repointing or restoration work.
Individually quoted
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Bring Your Patio Back to Life
A patio changes gradually. A little green growth appears in the joints, the paving gets darker, moss establishes itself in shaded areas and eventually the colour and character of the original surface can almost disappear.
It doesn't necessarily mean the paving needs replacing.
A professional clean can make a remarkable difference, but getting a good result starts with understanding what we're cleaning.
Indian sandstone, concrete slabs, porcelain and block paving don't all respond in the same way. The age and condition of the pointing matters too, as does whether we're dealing with ordinary surface dirt or established growth such as lichen and black spot.
We assess those things first and then choose a cleaning method appropriate for your patio.
Natural Stone
Natural stone can look completely different once years of weathering and organic growth have been removed. We adjust the cleaning and any treatment used according to the stone and its condition.
Porcelain Paving
Porcelain is very different from porous natural stone. We use an appropriate cleaning method to remove surface contamination without treating it like an old concrete patio.
Flagstones
Concrete paving can accumulate significant amounts of dirt, moss, algae and lichen over time. A thorough professional clean can often reveal a much brighter surface underneath.
Block Paving
Patio areas constructed from block paving can be thoroughly cleaned, with replacement kiln-dried jointing sand available once the paving is clean and sufficiently dry.
What's Making Your Patio Look Dirty?
Not everything growing or staining a patio is the same — and some problems are considerably easier to remove than others.
Algae & Green Growth
Common in damp and shaded areas and often responsible for the familiar green appearance of neglected paving.
Moss & Weeds
Frequently found in joints, edges and areas that remain damp or receive little sunlight.
Lichen
A more established organic growth that bonds strongly to paving and may remain visible after ordinary pressure washing.
Black Spot
Particularly noticeable on sandstone and other paving. Once established, black spot can require specialist treatment rather than simply more pressure.
General Dirt & Weathering
Years of rain, soil, foot traffic and everyday use gradually dull the appearance of the paving.
Sometimes You Forget What Colour the Patio Was
Years of weathering can disguise the original colour and character of paving surprisingly well.
Professional cleaning removes that accumulated contamination and can completely change the appearance of an outdoor space.
Black Limestone Patio — Beverley
Before | After
Block Paved Patio — Swanland, Hull
Before | After
Patio Cleaning Isn't About Maximum Pressure
It's tempting to think that a more powerful pressure washing automatically produces a better result.
It doesn't!
Excessive pressure can damage weakened pointing on your patio, disturb joints and unnecessarily attack the surface of some paving. At the other extreme, pressure alone may barely touch established black spot and lichen. The better approach is to combine the right pressure, water flow, technique and — where needed — appropriate treatment.
Before we start, we'll look at the condition of the paving and joints and adjust the cleaning method accordingly.
That allows us to concentrate on getting the patio clean rather than simply hitting everything as hard as possible.
Those Black Marks That Won't Pressure Wash Away
If you've cleaned your patio before and been left with hundreds of small dark spots, there's a good chance you're dealing with established lichen — commonly referred to as black spot.
Once established, it can be extremely stubborn.
Simply increasing the pressure isn't necessarily the answer and can put the paving or pointing under unnecessary stress.
Where the surface is suitable, we can use specialist treatment alongside professional cleaning to tackle black spot and other deeply established organic growth.
The amount that can be removed depends on the paving and how established the growth has become, so we'll assess it before recommending treatment.
Block Paved Patio — Sproatley, Hull
Before | After
Concrete Flagstone Patio — Hedon, Hull
Before | After
When a Patio Needs More Than a Clean
Sometimes removing the dirt reveals a patio that's fundamentally sound but needs a little more attention.
Old or failed pointing, loose areas and tired joints can spoil an otherwise impressive cleaning result.
That's why we can combine patio cleaning with selected restoration work rather than leaving you to find somebody else afterwards.
Patio Repointing
Damaged or deteriorated joints can be removed and repointed where appropriate.
Minor Repairs
We can deal with certain minor patio repairs as part of a wider restoration project.
Block Paving Re-Sanding
Where jointing sand is removed during cleaning, replacement kiln-dried sand can be applied.
Patio Sealing
For suitable paving, sealing can be carried out after cleaning and preparation to provide additional protection.
Want to Protect the Finished Patio?
Cleaning and restoration can bring a tired patio back to life. For some paving, sealing can be the final stage.
A suitable sealer can help protect the surface and make ongoing maintenance easier, but not every patio needs to be sealed and not every paving material should be treated in the same way.
The surface needs to be properly cleaned and prepared first and, importantly, sufficiently dry before the sealer is applied.
Weather matters too. We only carry out sealing when conditions give us a suitable window to do the job properly.
If you're considering sealing, we'll look at the paving and explain the options available rather than automatically adding it to the job.
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Real Patio Cleaning & Restoration Results
Concrete Flagstone Patio — York
Before | After
Indian Sandstone Patio — Sutton Village
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WHY CHOOSE US?
A Straightforward Approach to Patio Cleaning
- We look before we clean.
The patio and its condition determine how we approach the job. - We don't rely on pressure alone.
Treatment and technique can matter just as much as the machine. - We'll tell you what's worth doing.
If your patio doesn't need sealing, treatment or restoration work, we're not going to tell you that it does. - You know the cost before we start.
Any agreed treatment or restoration work is included in your quotation. - We respect your property.
We take reasonable care around walls, doors, plants, furniture and surrounding areas while we work. - We're local.
Hedon Exterior Cleaning is based in Hedon and serves homes throughout Hull and East Yorkshire.
Patio Cleaning Across Hull & East Yorkshire
We're based in Hedon and provide patio cleaning and restoration throughout Hull and the surrounding East Yorkshire area.
We regularly work in Hedon, Hull, Hessle, Anlaby, Willerby, Cottingham, Beverley, North Ferriby, South Cave, Hornsea and surrounding villages.
If you're a little further away, you're still welcome to ask. For larger cleaning and restoration projects, we regularly travel further afield.
Commercial Patio Cleaning
Patios aren't limited to back gardens.
We can also clean paved courtyards, outdoor seating areas, paths, entrances and other hard-surface areas for businesses, landlords, managed properties and community organisations.
We'll assess the surface, access and how the area is used before recommending the most appropriate way to clean it.
What Our Customers Say
We're proud that much of our work comes from repeat customers and recommendations. Here's what some of our customers have said about Hedon Exterior Cleaning and our patio cleaning service.
Patio Cleaning Service FAQs
How much does patio cleaning cost?
Our minimum charge for smaller patio cleaning jobs is £150. Larger patios are priced according to their size, surface and condition, along with any additional treatment or restoration required. Send us a few photographs and approximate measurements and we can usually give you a good idea of cost.
Can you remove black spot from my patio?
In many cases, yes. Established black spot can be extremely stubborn and pressure washing alone may not remove it. Where appropriate for the paving, we can use specialist treatment alongside professional cleaning
Can you clean Indian sandstone?
Yes. Indian sandstone is one of the natural-stone surfaces we clean. We assess its condition, pointing and level of contamination before choosing the cleaning and treatment method.
Can you clean porcelain patios?
Yes. Porcelain has different characteristics from natural stone and concrete, so we use a cleaning approach appropriate to the surface rather than treating every patio in the same way.
Will pressure washing damage my patio pointing?
Sound pointing should generally withstand appropriate professional cleaning, but older or already deteriorated joints may be affected. We inspect the patio first and can discuss repointing where existing joints are in poor condition.
Do you use chemicals to clean patios?
Not automatically. Many patios can be cleaned effectively without additional treatment. Where algae, lichen, black spot or other stubborn organic growth requires it, we may recommend an appropriate cleaning or biocidal treatment.
Can you remove weeds from between the slabs?
Yes, weeds and loose growth within joints can be removed during the cleaning process. However, cleaning doesn't permanently prevent new seeds from germinating in the joints later.
Can you repoint my patio after cleaning?
Yes, we can carry out suitable repointing and minor restoration work as part of a patio cleaning project. We'll identify obvious problem areas and include agreed work in your quotation.
Can you seal my patio afterwards?
For suitable paving, yes. The patio needs to be properly prepared and sufficiently dry before patio sealing, so the work is weather dependent. We'll advise whether sealing is appropriate for your particular surface.
Do I need to be home?
Usually not, provided we have agreed access and have access to the water supply and anything else required for the job. We'll confirm this with you beforehand.
What areas do you cover?
We're based in Hedon and cover all of Hull and East Yorkshire, including Beverley, Cottingham, Willerby, Anlaby, Hessle, North Ferriby, South Cave, Hornsea and surrounding areas. Locations we serve.
Get a Free Patio Cleaning Quote
If your patio is looking tired, green or heavily weathered, send us a few details and we'll take a look.
Photos are particularly useful because they allow us to see the paving, its condition and the type of staining or growth we're dealing with.
Tell us:
- What you'd like cleaned — patio, paths or surrounding paving.
- Approximate size — measurements are helpful if you have them
- Type of paving - don't worry if you don't know.
- What's causing the problem — green growth, moss, weeds, black spot, damaged pointing or anything else.
- Any restoration you're considering - repointing, repairs, treatment or sealing.
- Access — anything we should know about getting equipment to the area
- Your postcode — so we know where the property is
- A few photographs if possible
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Our Promise to You
We believe exterior cleaning should be straightforward: turn up when we say we will, do the job properly and charge a fair price.
