As a rule of thumb, most driveways and patios in the South East benefit from a professional clean once a year, usually in spring or autumn. Shaded, north-facing or tree-lined properties tend to green up faster and often need it twice a year to stay looking their best.
Spring or autumn?
Both work well. A spring clean lifts off the moss and algae that built up over a damp winter, ready for the summer. An autumn clean clears the leaf-fall and grime before the wet months set in, so it doesn't sit there feeding new growth. Plenty of people pick whichever fits around a garden tidy-up.
Signs yours is due
- The surface has gone green, black or generally dull and lost its colour.
- It feels slippery underfoot, especially by the back door or on steps.
- Moss and weeds are showing in the joints of the block paving.
- You're selling or letting, and the outside needs to photograph well.
What speeds it up
Overhanging trees, north-facing aspects, damp shaded corners and heavy pet use all make a drive or patio green up faster. If that's your garden, a clean twice a year keeps on top of it far more easily than letting years of growth build up.
Want a fixed price for yours?
Send a photo of your driveway or patio and your postcode on WhatsApp, and Mark will send you a fixed price the same day.
Common questions
Is it worth cleaning a driveway every year?
Yes - an annual clean stops moss and algae getting a real grip, keeps the surface safe underfoot and means each clean is quicker and easier than tackling years of build-up at once.
What's the best time of year to clean a patio?
Spring and autumn are both ideal - spring to freshen it for summer, autumn to clear leaf-fall and grime before winter. We work all year round, so send a photo whenever suits you.